Nikon Speedlight SB-30
February 21, 2002
Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce the introduction of the Nikon SB-30 Speedlight.
The new Nikon SB-30 houses a variety of flash functions within its compact body, and is designed for users of Nikon SLRs that do not have a built-in Speedlight who want a highly portable secondary Speedlight.
The SB-30 offers close-up shooting, a built-in wide flash adapter that offers coverage for a 17mm wideangle lens, TTL wireless slave flash capability, and an infrared remote commander. Flash output level compensation (±1/2EV) is also available for non-TTL auto flash mode and manual flash mode.
The SB-30's TTL wireless slave flash function works with COOLPIX digital cameras to double or triple the effective flash shooting distance.
The Nikon SB-30 is a significant addition to the Nikon Speedlight lineup, and offers photographers enhanced flash shooting flexibility for a broad range of applications.
Nikon SB-30 Major Features
- Compact and lightweight (92g, 58.5 x 83.5 x 36mm/3.2 oz., 2.3 x 3.3 x 1.4 in.)
- Speedlight can be folded down when not in use
- Four modes available -- Automatic Balanced Fill-Flash/Standard TTL Flash control, Non-TTL auto flash control, manual flash control and wireless slave flash control
- Flash output level compensation available in non-TTL auto flash mode and manual flash mode (-1/2, 0, +1/2EV)
- TTL Wireless Slave Flash function
- The built-in IR (infra-red) panel enables you to use the SB-30 as an infrared remote commander
- Built-in wide flash adapter provides flash coverage for 17mm wideangle lens*
- Guide number: 16/52 (ISO 100, m/ft. at 28mm)
- Macro shooting (with tilt-forward)
- Power switch (OFF/ON/STBY)
- *Depending on scene conditions, periphery of image may be underexposed.
Nikon SB-30 Specifications
| Electronic construction | Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry |
|---|---|
| Flash exposure control | TTL automatic control with Nikon F5, F100, F80, F65 or FM3A; Non-TTL automatic control; Manual control: full, 1/8 and 1/32 output |
| Guide number (ISO 100, m/ft.) | 16/52; 10/32 (with built-in wide flash adapter) |
| Flash coverage | 28mm; 17mm with built-in wide flash adapter |
| Power switch | ON/OFF/STBY button provided |
| Film speed range in TTL auto flash mode | ISO 25 to 800 |
| Recycling time | Approx. 4 sec. (manual at full) |
| Number of flashes | Approx. 250 (manual at full) |
| Power source | One CR123A-type 3V lithium battery |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 58.5 x 83.5 x 36 mm/2.3 x 3.3 x 1.4 in. |
| Weight (without batteries) | Approx. 92g/3.2 oz. |
| Accessory supplied | Built-in infrared panel |
- All specifications apply when fresh batteries are used at normal temperature (20°C/68°F).
- Specifications and design are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
- The information is current as of the date of publication. It is subject to change without notice.