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Nikon 1 SB-N5 Speedlight

Product Number: 3617

Now:: $149.95

Overview

Throw light on your world

When you need more light, or are looking to add a creative touch to illumination, use the new Nikon 1 Speedlight. Plug this compact i-TTL compatible flash unit into the Nikon 1 V1 camera's multi-accessory hot shoe. Angle the flash up, down, left or right and bounce light to precise advantage. The flash can double as a continuous light source illuminating for six seconds during both Motion Snapshot and Smart Photo Selector modes. Extra batteries not required—the camera powers the SB-N5 Speedlight.

Plug into hot shoe and go

Flash that's compact and ready to use in an instant

Working in an environment that's dimly lit or full of backlighting? Shed light on your subject. Make important details pop, let subjects stand apart from their backgrounds. Plug this compact i-TTL compatible flash unit into the Nikon 1 V1 camera's multi-accessory hot shoe and go!

More expression through creative flash options

Lighting just as you like

Looking to put even more expression to photos with the addition of creative light variety? Play it up! Experiment and invent novel looks using the new Nikon 1 SB-N5 Speedlight and bend the light just as you like. With ease, swivel the Speedlight up, down, left or right and bounce light where and how you desire.

Continuous light source option for long exposure needs

Keep images illuminated

If you're working in less than adequate light while creating a Motion Snapshot or using Smart Photo Selector, attach the Speedlight and keep everything exposed properly. The SB-N5 Speedlight steps up to serve as a continuous light source for up to six seconds.

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Tech Specs

Supported cameras	Interchangeable lens format cameras with multi accessory ports
Capture illuminator	When flash is used with compatible cameras, lights for about six seconds during buffering in Smart Photo Selector and Motion Snapshot modes
Capture-illuminator status indicator	Yes
Supported Flash Modes	i-TTLManual flash
Other Functions	Thermal cut-outFirmware update
Dimensions (Approx.)	W: 2.0 in.(50mm) H: 2.8 in.(70.5mm) D: 1.6 in.(40.5mm)
Weight (Approx. without batteries)	(Approx.) 2.5 oz. (70g)
Guide Number	8.5m/27.9ft. (at ISO 100, 20°C/68°F) to 12m/39.4ft. (at ISO 200, 20°C/68°F)
Electronic Construction	Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
Flash Exposure Control	Options available using camera controls: Flash mode: Fill flash (Front-curtain sync)Front-curtain Slow-syncRear-curtain syncRear-curtain Slow-syncFlash compensation
Effective flash range (i-TTL)	2 to 66 ft (0.6 to 20m) (varies with ISO sensitivity, bounce angle, and aperture)
Bounce Function (Rotate)	Vertical: Flash can be rotated up 90° from horizontal with stops where the flash is pointing directly ahead and at 60°, 5°, and 90°Horizontal: 180° right to 180° left, with stops where the flash is pointing directly ahead and at 30°, 60°, 75°, 90°, 120°, 150°, and 180°
Flash Duration	1/4000 sec. when fired at full power
Power ON/OFF	Turn the flash on and off using the ON/OFF switch.
Flash-ready Indicator	Lights up: recycled and ready to fire.Warning indicator: Blinks (see the camera Reference Manual for more information)

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