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Nikon SB 20 User Manual

Nikon SB 20
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Nikon SB 20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Bounce Angle90 degrees
Swivel Angle180 degrees
Power Source4x AA batteries
Tilt HeadYes
Swivel HeadYes
TTL Flash ControlYes
Manual Flash ControlYes
TypeElectronic Flash
Guide Number20 (ISO 100, m)
CompatibilityNikon SLR cameras

Summary

Foreword

Nikon F-401/N4004 Camera Users

Instructions for using the SB-20 with Nikon F-401/N4004 cameras.

Nomenclature

Basic Operation

Installing Batteries

Step-by-step guide for loading batteries into the flash unit.

Attaching Flash Unit to Camera Accessory Shoe

How to securely mount the flash unit onto a camera's hot shoe.

Adjusting Flash Head

Instructions on adjusting the flash head's zoom and angle.

Programmed TTL Auto Flash Shooting

Setting Flash Mode to TTL

Setting the SB-20's flash mode selector to TTL for auto flash.

Camera and Lens Setup

Configuring camera exposure mode and lens aperture for programmed TTL.

Executing the Shot and Powering Off

Turning on flash, checking readiness, taking the shot, and powering off.

Autofocus Flash Photography

Setting Camera Focus Mode

Selecting camera's autofocus mode (S or A) for flash photography.

Setting Lens Aperture for Autofocus

Adjusting lens aperture based on lens type for autofocus flash.

Confirming Focus Lock and Taking Shot

Verifying focus confirmation and executing the shot.

Setting Camera Shutter Speed

Determining Aperture

TTL Mode Aperture Settings

Determining aperture for TTL flash using film speed and distance range.

A Mode (for Non-TTL Automatic Flash Exposure Control)

A Mode Setup and Operation

Setting mode to A, aligning film speed, reading distance, and selecting aperture.

M Mode (for Manual Flash Exposure Control)

Manual Flash Setup and Operation

Setting mode to M, aligning film speed, and choosing aperture for manual flash.

Setting Light Output and Aperture

Adjusting light output and aperture based on distance and film speed.

Ready-Light Indications

Guide Number

Setting Power Switch

Power Switch Operation

Instructions for using OFF, STBY, and ON positions of the power switch.

Synchro-Sunlight Fill-in Flash Photography

Fill-in Flash in TTL Mode

Using TTL mode for fill-in flash photography with backlit subjects.

Fill-in Flash in A Mode

Using A mode for fill-in flash photography with backlit subjects.

Fill-in Flash in M Mode

Using M mode for fill-in flash photography with backlit subjects.

Diffusing the Light

Diffusing Light Techniques

Methods for diffusing light, including bounce flash and diffusers.

Synchronization with Motor-Driven Camera

Multiple Flash Photography

TTL Multiple Flash Photography

Connecting multiple flash units for TTL synchronized photography.

Avoiding "Red Eye"

Close-up Flash Photography in TTL Mode

Tips on Speedlight Care

Accessories

Flash Synchronization and Connection Accessories

Cords and adapters for connecting and synchronizing flash units.

Specifications

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