Nikon SB-500 AF Speedlight

The Nikon SB-500 AF Speedlight is a versatile lighting solution designed specifically for Nikon’s i-TTL metering system. Packed with powerful features, this portable unit empowers photographers to capture stunning images and videos with ease. Here’s what makes the SB-500 a must-have addition to your gear:

Guide Number of 79′:

Delivers a powerful flash output with a guide number of 79′ at ISO 100, ensuring excellent illumination for various shooting scenarios.

Flexible Adjustments:

Fine-tune flash output through the camera’s flash exposure compensation settings, allowing precise control over your lighting.

90° Upward Tilt:

The flash head tilts upward 90°, offering versatile bounce capabilities for flattering and natural lighting effects.

180° Horizontal Rotation:

Rotate the head 180° to the left and right, providing flexible swivel options for creative lighting angles.

Adjustable LED Levels:

Features a 100 lux LED light with quarter, half, or full power output levels, making it ideal for both video recording and close-up still photography.

Optimal White Balance:

Transmits LED and flash color information to the camera, ensuring accurate white balance settings for your shots.

Wireless Functionality:

Functions wirelessly as a commander unit or remote slave, providing seamless compatibility with cameras, flash units, and wireless controllers in Nikon’s Creative Lighting System.

Multiple Channels and Groups:

Offers four wireless channels in Commander mode and two wireless groups (A and B), allowing for advanced lighting setups and creative control.

Intuitive Controls:

Easily access essential functions, including test firing, pre-flash monitoring, and LED modeling flash, enhancing your shooting experience.

Quick Recycling:

Fast recycle time of as little as 3.5 seconds ensures you’re always ready to capture the next moment.

Thermal Cut-Out Function:

Built-in thermal cut-out function protects the flash, ensuring safe and reliable operation during extended use.

Firmware Updates:

Stay up-to-date with the latest features and enhancements by updating the firmware through the camera body.