Nissin MF18 - User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Type C / N
DIGITAL TTL MACRO FLASH
Nissin Japan Ltd., Tokyo
http://www.nissin-japan.com
Nissin Marketing Ltd., Hong Kong
http://www.nissindigital.com
MF0611 REV. 1.2
Design and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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UNIQUE FUNCTION
Before using this flash unit, please read this instruction manual and refer
your camera owner’s manual carefully to get a better understanding of
proper operation to enjoy flash photography.
The color display automatically rotates to allow
for easy operation in both the horizontal and
vertical positions.
Nissin Macro Flash MF18 is a flash system for taking close-up photos of small
subjects using a flash to eliminate shadows, allowing you to enjoy photography.
This instruction manual is intended mainly for Canon or Nikon digital SLR, with
the latest TTL flash control system, and features Nissin’s original rotating color
display, easily guiding its operations.
It works automatically with Canon ETTL / ETTL II or Nikon i-TTL auto-flash
systems. The provided adapter rings make it available for use with different
lens. Please note that MF18 is not usable with other branded cameras for TTL
operation.
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Please refer Nissin’s compatibility chart shown in its home page for details.
http://www.nissin-japan.com or http://www.nissindigital.com/download.html
SIMPLE OPERATION
When attaching MF18 to the camera, the basic flash exposure operation is fully
controlled by the camera. It is the same idea as when you use the built-in
camera flash, but it is placed on the hotshoe of the camera instead of using the
built-in flash.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
MF18 provides advanced flash functions including 1st curtain synchronization,
Rear curtain synchronization and High speed shutter synchronization are
supported.
Compatible cameras
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Summary

Safety, Components, and Modes

Safety Instructions

Details critical warnings and cautions for safe and proper use of the flash unit.

MF18 Flash Modes

Lists and explains primary flash modes: Auto, TTL, Wireless, Fine Macro, Manual, Custom.

Advanced Functions

Introduces advanced features for Canon and Nikon, including FE Lock and synchronization modes.

Detailed Mode Operations

Full Automatic Flash Control

TTL Flash Exposure Compensation

Wireless and Macro Operations

Wireless Mode (Master)

Guide to setting up and using the MF18 as a master unit for wireless flash control.

Fine Macro Mode

Instructions for using the Fine Macro mode with its specific power ratio settings.

Manual and Custom Settings

Manual Mode

Custom Settings

Advanced Custom Settings

Advanced Features and Troubleshooting

Rear Curtain Synchronization

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions for common issues like flash not charging or incorrect exposure.

Nissin MF18 Specifications

General

Flash Modes	TTL, Manual, Multi
Power Source	4x AA batteries
Color Temperature	5600K
TTL Support	Yes
AF Assist Light	Yes
Guide Number	18 (ISO 100, in meters)
Flash Coverage	24mm (35mm equivalent)
Compatible Cameras	Canon, Nikon, Sony
Wireless Function	Yes
Wireless Mode	Optical slave