Key Features
Compact, Lightweight Speedlight Unit
Perfect for anyone looking for more power and coverage than a built-in flash.
Flash Coverage
As wide as 18mm on Nikon DX-format digital SLR cameras.
Convenient Operation
Powered with two AA-size (1.5V) batteries.
Bounce Capabilities
Reduces background shadows and diffuses light for more pleasing results.
Simple, Intuitive Operation
Put it on, turn it on and shoot!
Great Flash Exposures Easily
Utilizing Nikon's i-TTL intelligent flash technology for accurate flash exposures.
Fast 2.5-second Recycling Time
Keeps you shooting quickly.
Versatile Shooting Range From 2 ft. up to 66 ft.
Provides flash power for distant subjects, group shots and close-up pictures.
Price (when new)
$119.95
Year Introduced
2006
Commander Function
No
Remote Function
No
Guide Number
21m/69ft. (at ISO 100, 18mm zoom-head position, 20°C/68°F) to 30m/98.4ft. (at ISO 200, 18mm zoom-head position, 20°C/68°F)
Electronic Construction
Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
Flash Exposure Control
i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash with CLS compatible cameras, Manual, Manual Flash (with Nikon Creative Lighting System digital and 35mm SLR cameras), Shooting options: FV Lock Flash, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction in Slow-sync, Rear-curtain sync, Slow-sync
Lens Coverage
18mm (DX-format), 27mm (on a Nikon F6)
Bounce Function (Tilt)
Flash head tilts up to 90° with click-stops at 0°, 60°, 75°, 90°.
Minimum Recycling Time
2.5 sec. (approx.) with Ni-MH batteries
3.1 sec. (approx.) with Oxyride™ batteries
3.9 sec. (approx.) with Alkaline batteries
4.2 sec. (approx.) with Lithium batteries
3.1 sec. (approx.) with Oxyride™ batteries
3.9 sec. (approx.) with Alkaline batteries
4.2 sec. (approx.) with Lithium batteries
Flash Duration
1/300 sec. at M 1/1 (full) output. (Approx.)
Power ON/OFF
Turn the SB-400 on and off using the ON/OFF switch.
Required Power Source
Two 1.5V or lower (Alkaline-manganese, Lithium, Oxyride) batteries, Two 1.2V 2600mAh (Ni-MH rechargeable) batteries
Optional Power Supply
None
Flash-ready Indicator
Blinks: insufficient light, insufficient battery power, incompatibility of camera with SB-400 or overheating.
Ready Light
Back
Minimum Number of Flashes / Recycling Time
210/2.5-30 sec. (1.2V Ni-MH)
90/4–30 sec. (1000mAh NiCd)
150/3.1-30 sec. (1.5V Oxyride™)
250/4.2-30 sec. (1.5V Lithium)
140/3.9-30 sec. (1.5V Alkaline-manganese)
90/4–30 sec. (1000mAh NiCd)
150/3.1-30 sec. (1.5V Oxyride™)
250/4.2-30 sec. (1.5V Lithium)
140/3.9-30 sec. (1.5V Alkaline-manganese)
Wireless Communication Channels
No Channels
Wireless Groups
None
Dimensions (mm)
(66 x 56.5 x 80mm)
Dimensions (inch)
2.6 x 2.2 x 3.1 in.
Weight (grams)
(128g)
Weight (lbs)
4.5 oz
Supplied Accessories
SS-400 Soft case
