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D2Xs D2Hs D200 D70s D50 Nikkor Lenses COOLPIX Lineup Capture NX
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Dramatic close-up
lighting made easy Capture NX Software:
master post-production
Explore fine details with
flexible, wireless control
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Steady shots — night or day
System diagram pp20-21
Remote control accessories
need a Nikon Speedlight. I always have one on my camera, with Lighting is a vital component of all images, but the past pleasingly radiant ambient light. Your camera will
another ready for side-lighting or other handheld effects. Each
complexities of flash photography have made many photogra- automatically set itself to this mode if the shutter
Speedlight makes a dramatic difference to the finished image. For the Auto FP High-Speed Sync stops the action © Joe McNally
above image, I used one SB-800 for side-lighting and a soft-focus filter phers — even seasoned ones — hesitant to explore its full speed rises above the camera’s standard flash sync
Shutter speed: 1/3200 sec.
on the lens for a dreamy look. potential. Not any more. Working photographers around the speed of 1/250 second.
As a professional wedding photographer, I face moving subjects, world are discovering how Nikon’s Creative Lighting System
unpredictable shooting situations and limited prep time, so speed and brings simplicity and real-world usability to flash photography. Maintain the exposure: Flash Value (FV) Lock
intuition are vital to my success. That’s why I depend on the Nikon The key is Nikon’s breakthrough i-TTL flash control technology.
Creative Lighting System. It’s easy to use and The FV Lock (Flash Value Lock)
With this at its core, Nikon Speedlights offer consistently accu-
offers so many options, along with consistent maintains the same flash value
rate flash exposures that can adjust to nearly any lighting situa-
exposure and performance. I have to be for correct exposure during a
ready for that special moment at all times. The tions you face. Nikon Speedlights communicate with your Nikon
sequence of photographs,
Creative Lighting System helps me do that. D-SLR to perform all the complex lighting calculations for you.
allowing you to zoom in on your
http://www.gordonnash.com Nikon’s exclusive monitor pre-flash offers precise feedback infor- Original exposure
subject, change the composi-
mation, registering everything from available light and shadows
tion or adjust the aperture, all without altering your
Camera setting data: to color temperature and reflective surfaces within the scene.
Camera and intended exposure. That way you can concentrate on
Speedlights: D200 The camera also integrates information from its built-in database Main subject’s exposure stays the same © Joe McNally
(built-in Speedlight as
capturing your subject without worrying about adjust-
of over 30,000 actual scenes to determine the ideal exposure -– regardless of any compositional changes.
commander) and SB- ing the lighting.
800 (remote unit) all within a millisecond before each shutter release. Whether on
Lens: AF 85mm f/1.8D
Shutter speed: 1/125 sec.
top of the camera or used as a wireless remote unit, Nikon’s
Aperture: f/2.2 Creative Lighting System offers the most dependable and con-
Exposure mode: Aperture-Priority Auto
Flash mode: i-TTL sistent flash exposure in the business.
Image quality: RAW
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Multiple Speedlights
Make lighting work for you with wireless multiple Speedlights
Joe McNally — Photojournalist (U.S.A.) Speedlight tips: colored gels
There have been many difficult lighting situations in my career
Selecting the right colored gel fil-
where the Nikon Creative Lighting System literally amazed me
ter is important, especially when
by sorting out a proper exposure. The System offers incredibly
you want the flash to appear nat-
high accuracy in most shooting scenarios. Milliseconds before
ural alongside ambient light. For
each shot, the camera meter and Speedlight speak to each
the outrigger canoe photograph
other, relaying and calculating massive amounts of lighting
(shown left), an amber gel filter
information — exposure variance, RGB, reflectance, distance
added extra warmth to the main
and contrast, to name a few — all of which are constantly
subject while blending seamlessly
shifting and changing. I’ve always said that no camera system
with the sunlight
will ever solve every problem, but Nikon cameras and the
and overall
Creative Lighting System do a phenomenal job of sorting
color of the
through the data to give you accurate exposures. This is a
image.
major reason to use Nikon.
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© Joe McNally All images aside from product shots by Joe McNally
Turn good shots into great shots with Simply set everything to Nikon's Timing is crucial for location shooters. Here’s how one photographer captured an aspiring dancer in 24 hours,
exclusive i-TTL for consistently accu- and how the Nikon Creative Lighting System provided the speed and flexibility he needed.
Advanced Wireless Lighting rate exposures in even the most dif-
You can accomplish a lot with just one Speedlight, but ficult lighting situations. It's just as
sometimes an image would benefit from more artistic illumina- easy to explore alternate exposures
tion. Adding more Speedlights not only adds depth to the scene by adjusting the flash exposure com-
but also character and charm to your subject. One of the great- pensation of individual Speedlight Group A illuminates the main subject from
est benefits that is singular to Nikon’s Advanced Wireless groups. Or if you like, turn off a the side
Lighting is that controlling dozens of Speedlights is just as easy Speedlight group, or set everything
as controlling your on-camera Speedlight. And because it’s wire- to manual — all via the LCD panel on the Master Speedlight, all
less, setting up your Speedlights can be done quickly and possible without ever leaving your camera. Multiple Speedlight
smoothly no matter where you’re shooting. From the Master control has never been this intuitive and fluid. No other lighting
Speedlight located on top of your camera, you can control the system comes close.
Bounce flash Seamless flash with mixed ambient lighting Directional light for a dramatic exposure
flash output of three groups of wireless remote units, adding
The illuminated space needed to be large enough for This shop had mixed light sources: fluorescent light Shooting at sunset can offer beautiful ambient light,
any number of Speedlights to each of these groups. the dancer to move freely. Four SB-800 units were along with sunlight from the window. To give the scene but in a narrow window of time. For a dramatic effect,
Group C: attached to the ballet bar to bounce light off the wall. a natural look, a diffuser is attached to an SB-800 and two sets of SB-800 remote units illuminate the dancer
Illuminates
background Two more SB-800 units bounced light off the floor. By tilted toward the ceiling, with an additional wireless from the front and the rear. After a few angle adjust-
bouncing light off the cream-colored wall and the remote SB-800 illuminating the dancer from outside the ments, there was a large enough volume of light to
On-camera wooden floor, the lighting achieved natural warmth. window. emphasize the dancer's shape appropriately.
Commander
Group B: Bounced
Group B: Illuminates Group A: Illuminates off the floor On-camera Dancer
middle ground main subject Dancer Dancer
Master/Commander
You can control up to 4 groups of Speedlights, includ- Control it all from here. Set the flash mode,
On-camera
Add Group B to ing the Master and 3 remote i-TTL Speedlight groups, turn Speedlight groups on or off and con- Commander Group A: Illuminates Group B: Illuminates
emphasize the middle to achieve complete control of your lighting environ- trol the flash exposure compensation for up Group A: Bounced off the wall from the rear from the front
ground and Group C Group A: Illuminates from
ment. All groups can be controlled from the Master, to 4 Speedlight groups from the Master outside window On-camera Commander
for the background and there is no limit to how many you can use. Controller SB-800's LCD panel.
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Close-up Speedlights
Dramatic close-up lighting made easy
Wil Meinderts, Jan Vermeer and Danny Ellinger — Nature Speedlight tips: close-up
photographers at Foto Natura team (The Netherlands) lighting
Nikon’s Wireless Close-up Speedlight System is flexible, consistent and amazingly easy to The SX-1 and SB-R200 Speedlights
operate. You can expect superb performance straight out of the box, with their small offer exciting creative possibilities
diffusers providing beautifully soft light. Whether attached to the camera or handheld, for multiple lighting.
the two SB-R200 units included are capable of a wide range of lighting situations, but The SU-800 can also be bought
add an SB-800 or additional SB-R200 units, and you seamlessly separately, and features simpler
control nearly every aspect of lighting – even in poorlylit loca- operation and a wider range of
tions. The 105 mm VR Macro lens is ideal for this type of shoot- options than the SB-800. And
ing, especially when insects are your subjects, but for any seri- because there’s no distracting pre-
ous macro photographer, the R1C1 is a must-have tool. flash with the SU-800, some pho-
http://www.fotonatura.com tographers prefer it when shoot-
ing people and
Camera setting data: animals.
Camera and Speedlight:
D200 and R1C1
Lens: AF-S VR Micro
105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
Shutter speed: 1/125 sec.
Aperture: f/13
Exposure mode: Aperture-Priority Auto
Flash mode: i-TTL
Image quality: RAW
portraits. And with no wires to get in the way, you can handhold drama. below
Flexible, dependable On-camera Commander
the Speedlights to make quick adjustments or to follow moving flash control. Can be
subjects, such as insects. From medical applications to food pho- handheld, clamped on a stand or attached to Location: Turtle Bay Resort © Joe McNally
tography, the R1C1 and R1 will make you see things differently. the lens using the SX-1. The lighting angle
can be adjusted by tilting the flash head. R1C1
Both the R1C1 and R1 contain a comprehensive assortment of Reveal depth and space from ordinary objects
R1C1 comes equipped with the SU-800, SU-800 Commander on
accessories, including the SW-11 Extreme Close-up Positioning top of camera
two SB-R200 Speedlights, and more. To create a sense of fantasy from simple ornamental Diffuser SW-12
Adapter, the SJ-R200 Color Filter Set, the SW-12 Set Diffuser, the
glass, one SB-R200 was placed underneath, emphasiz-
SW-C1 Flexible Arm Clip and a set of five adapter rings to ensure
ing the thinly carved rabbit relief. To draw out the blue,
the SX-1 Attachment Ring can be mounted on virtually any Nikkor Nikon Wireless Close-up a second SB-R200 was placed behind the glass and
lens designed for close-range photography. Whichever set is right Speedlight System angled downwards, with the extreme close-up position-
Group B: Diffused from
behind using Extreme
for you, both make mastering close-up flash photography simple, ing adapter SW-11 and diffuser SW-12 helping to create Close-up Positioning
Adapter
fascinating and fun. R1 the illusion of a dual-tone blue background. The result: Group A:
R1 comes equipped with two a dreamlike image of a rabbit running across the field at Diffused from below
SB-R200 Speedlights, and more. night.
© Noriyuki Yuasa
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Which Speedlight is right for you?
Speedlights
Ultimate flash performance: Nikon Creative Lighting System Close-up Speedlight Commander Kit R1C1 (SU-800, two SB-R200s and all the accessories)
compatible Speedlights Close-up Speedlight Remote Kit R1 (Two SB-R200s and all the accessories)
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Flash Accessories Your file, your vision
Speedlights
Capture NX
Expand the possibilities of your flash photography Capture NX software: master post-production
Capture NX
Capture NX software: master post-production
■ Enhancing the color of the sky using Color Control Points Capture NX: Versatile Functions
Browser (NEW) Color Aberration Control
Completely redesigned to sort, organize, compare, tag and
improve images with more speed and agility.
Batching
This simple, timesaving process automatically applies one or
more enhancements to a series of images.
Edit List (NEW) Original image Enhanced image
1. 2. 3. For easier, more intuitive photo editing, the Capture NX Edit List
helps you to track, cancel or add new modifications. Advanced Noise Reduction
Place a Color Control Point on the sky. Sliders for Saturation, Hue and Brightness will To repeat the effect in another area, duplicate the Markers 16-bit image compatibility (available for RAW and 16-bit TIFF
appear. Adjust these as you wish. Control Point and place it somewhere else. Now it’s possible to create multiple versions of your original NEF files only)
image, all within the original image file, saving you time as well D-Lighting for pulling out more detail in both the highlights and
as memory on your computer. Want to have a dozen versions of the shadowy areas of your images.
■ Correcting skin tones using the Color Picker
one image in a single file? No problem! You’ll never have to Most features, found in Nikon Capture 4, including some not
search your computer to find other versions — they’re all there shown here, are also included in Capture NX.
with the original, and just a click away. Capture NX System Requirements
Lens Correction Tools (some functions available for RAW Windows
files only) (NEW) CPU 1.0GHz Pentium® III or higher (2.0GHz Pentium® 4 or higher recommended)
OS Windows® XP Home Edition, Windows® XP Professional, Windows® 2000 Professional
Vignette Control automatically reduces the effect of marginal illumi- RAM 256MB minimum (1.0GB or more recommended)
nation, Color Aberration Control reduces color-fringing effects, and Hard Disk 200MB required for installation
Distortion Control reduces pincushion and barrel distortion effects. Display 800 x 600 pixels (1024 x 768 or higher recommended) with 16-bit color (High Color/
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GPS cable/Wireless transmitter
Battery pack/Remote control/
Power when you need it Steady shots — night or day
Battery packs and power management Remote control accessories
Multi-Power Rechargeable Li-ion Rechargeable Li-ion Rechargeable Li-ion Rechargeable Li-ion Quick Charger Quick Charger Remote Cord Remote Cord Remote Cord Extension Cord Connecting Cord
Battery Pack MB-D200 Battery EN-EL4a Battery EN-EL4 Battery EN-EL3e Battery EN-EL3a MH-21 MH-18a MC-36 (0.85m) MC-30 (0.8m) MC-22 (1m) MC-21 (3m) MC-23 (0.4m)
for D200 for D2 series for D2 series for D200, D70s*, D50* for D70s, D50 for D2 series for D200, D70s, D50 for D2 series, D200 for D2 series, D200 for D2 series, D200 for D2 series, D200 for D2 series, D200
Runs on either six LR6/AA- These rechargeable batteries provide extended life and consistent power, even in cold Enables charging of Enables charging of Enables remote firing of a Enables remote firing of a Useful for making connections to For use with MC-30 or MC-22. Connects two cameras for simul-
size alkaline, FR6/AA-size conditions. Used together with your Nikon D-SLR, the camera’s fuel gauge accurately rechargeable Li-ion Battery rechargeable Li-ion Battery camera, and setting of Interval camera with trigger-lock function a shutter-triggering device, such taneous or synchronized shutter
lithium, or 1.2V R6/AA-size displays the remaining charge, number of shots since last charge, and current battery life EN-EL4a/EL4. EN-EL3e/EL3a. Timer and Long Time Exposure. by keeping the shutter release as those activated by an infrared release.
Ni-MH batteries, or one or status. The EN-EL4a/EL4 even gives notice when calibration is necessary. Incorporates illuminated LCD button depressed — useful for sensor to take pictures of
two EN-EL3e rechargeable *Compatible except fuel gauge function panel. bulb shooting. wildlife after dark.
Li-ion batteries. Features
two command dials, shutter
release button and AF start
button for vertical shooting.
Eyepiece Magnifier Eyepiece Adapter Magnifying Eyepiece Bellows Focusing Extension Bellows Bellows Spacer Slide Copying Adapter Macro Copy Stand
Right-Angle Viewing DG-2 DK-22 DK-18 DK-17M Attachment PB-6 PB-6E PB-6D PS-6 PB-6M
Attachment DR-5/DR-6
for D2 series, D200, D70s, D50 for D200, D70s, D50 for D2 series for D2 series Renders reproduction ratios from Attaches to the PB-6 for an Enables a D2 series camera to Used with the PB-6 and a Nikkor Attaches to the end of the PB-6
for D2 series, D200, D70s, D50 about 1:1 to nearly 11x life-size, astounding magnification of 23x move on the PB-6 rail without lens to make duplicate slides. to convert it into a miniature
The DG-2 provides 2x magnifica- Enables attachment of Eyepiece Attached to a D2 series camera,
Provides an upright, unreversed image for right-angle viewing. depending on the lens in use life-size when using a 20mm interference and allows horizon- Cropping of the original slide is copy stand or specimen stage.
tion of the central area of the Magnifier DG-2 to the camera’s the DK-17M magnifies the finder
Individual eyesight adjustments are possible. The DR-5/DR-6 and whether the lens is mounted wideangle lens in reverse posi- tal/vertical changeover any- possible.
finder image. Eyesight adjust- eyepiece. DK-22 is for cameras image approximately 1.2 times.
allows you to set the reproduction ratio to either 1:1 or 1:2. in normal or reverse position. tion. With this combination, the where along the rail. Two
ment provided. Useful for critical with a rectangular eyepiece. Diopter adjustment range is
Focal range of compatible lenses continuously variable extension PB-6Ds are needed when using
The DR-5 is for cameras with a circular eyepiece (D2 Series); the focusing in close-up photogra- DK-18 is for cameras with a cir- widened at both the (+) and (-)
is from 20mm to 200mm. The range is from 83mm to 438mm. the PB-6; three are needed when
DR-6 is for cameras with a rectangular eyepiece (D200, D70s, phy. Requires an eyepiece cular eyepiece. sides.
lens extension covers the range using the PB-6E.
D50). An eyepiece adapter is required when attaching the DR-5 to adapter.
from 48mm to 208mm, for pro-
D2 series cameras. ducing frame-filling images of
even the tiniest subjects.
Magnifying Eyepiece Eyepiece Correction Eyepiece Correction Antifog Finder Eyepiece Rubber Eyecup Macro Adapter Ring Adapter Ring Focusing Stage Auto Extension Rings *
DK-21M Lenses DK-20C Lenses DK-17C DK-17A DK-19/DK-20/DK-21 BR-2A BR-3 PG-2 PK-11A**, PK-12 and PK-13 auto
for D200 for D200, D70s, D50 for D2 series for D2 series for D2 series, D200, D70s, D50 Enables reverse-mounting of A handy adapter that converts Simplifies close-up focusing extension rings fit between the
lenses. The BR-2A also increas- the bayonet mount of reverse- when using a tripod-mounted camera body and lens singly or in
The DK-21M magnifies the D200 An easy-to-use viewing and Five correction lenses from –3 to A transparent plastic plate with Improves viewing comfort and
es the working distance for nor- mounted lenses to the 52mm camera. combinations. When attached to an
finder image by approximately focusing aid which enables near- +2m-1 for circular-eyepiece cam- a special surface coating that prevents stray light from enter- PB-6 Compatibility Chart
1.1 times. and farsighted photographers to eras. reduces fogging. ing the viewfinder and washing
mal or wideangle lenses. thread used for filters and (For D200, D70s, D50) AI Nikkor lens, the lens retains
Depending on the camera used, cer-
Compatible with lenses having a hoods. automatic diaphragm and meter
view the finder image accurately out contrast. DK-19 is for D2 tain accessories may be required
52mm-sized front attachment. coupling functions. This gives you when using the PB-6. Auto Extension
Normal image without having to wear eye- series, DK-21 is for D200, and
freedom to compose, focus and Rings can increase lens extension.
glasses. DK-20 is for D70s/D50.
meter at the brightest, fullest aper-
D2 series PK-12 or PK-13;
ture position without having to stop two PB-6Ds
down the lens manually before (depending on
shooting. (Exposure meter does not camera position)
work with D70s or D50.) D200 PK-12 or PK-13
D200 with PK-13 and
* G-type lenses cannot be used.
MB-D200 two PB-6Ds
With DK-21M Reproduction ratio ** Cannot be used with AF-S lenses.
The reproduction ratio, which indicates the relationship between sub- the reproduced image is the same size as the subject, the reproduction ratio is one-to-one (1:1 or 1x). If
Interchangeable Focusing Screens ject size and the size of the image on an image sensor, is determined the image is two times larger, the ratio is 2:1 or 2x. Nikon equipment for close-up photography offers a
by the distance to the subject and by the lens’ focal length setting. If wide range of reproduction ratio capabilities.
Reproduction ratios using 50mm lens
SPEEDLIGHTS (Pp.0-0)
SPEEDLIGHTS (pp4-12) VIEWING
VIEWING ATTA (Pp.0-0)
ATTACHMENT CHMENT (p18) TEN-PIN REMOTE ACCESSORIES (p17) CLOSE-UP ACCESSORIES (p19)
STRAPS
SPEEDLIGHTS
SPEEDLIGHTS (pp4-12)
(Pp.0-0) VIEWING
VIEWING ATTA (Pp.0-0)
ATTACHMENT CHMENT (p18) TEN-PIN REMOTE ACCESSORIES (p17)
POWER SOURCES (p16) WIRELESS TRA NSMITTER (p16) SOFTWARE (pp13-15) CAMERA CASE
LENS AND BODY CAPS
Rechargeable Multi-Power Battery Pack
Li-ion Battery MB-D200 Capture NX
EN-EL3e Wireless Transmitter Extended Range
WT-3/3A Antenna WA-E1 Camera Control Pro CF-D200
PictureProject Front Cap
Quick Charger AC Adapter Rear Cap LF-1
MH-18a EH-6 Body Cap BF-1A
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NIKKOR LENS LINEUP N I K O N D I G I T A L S L R S
You want performance. You need consistency. You’re searching for the best image quality in the business. You’re looking
DX Nikkor Lenses in the right place. Professionals and passionate amateurs around the world understand that Nikon means quality and
dependability. Which digital SLR is right for you?
AF DX Fisheye-Nikkor AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor AF-S VR DX Zoom-Nikkor AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor
10.5mm f/2.8G ED 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED (2.0x) 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED (3.2x) 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED (3.0x) 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED (3.8x) 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED (11.1x) 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED (3.6x) Professional digital SLR: Integrated
like no other
● 12.4 effective megapixels for 4,288 x 2,848 pixel images ● Exclusive Nikon DX Format CMOS
AF Zoom-Nikkor Lenses imaging sensor and high-speed 4-channel independent data output ● Continuous shooting at
5 fps (Full Image) or 8 fps (6.8 megapixel High-speed Crop Image) ● High-speed, high-preci-
sion 11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors ● LCD monitor with 170 degree of view-
ing angle ● i-TTL flash control supports the Creative Lighting System ● Quick startup and
short 37-millisecond shutter release time lag
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor AF Zoom-Nikkor AF Zoom-Nikkor AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor AF-S Zoom-Nikkor AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor
17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5D IF-ED 24-85mm f/2.8-4D IF 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED
(2.1x) (1.9x) (3.5x) (5.0x) (2.5x) (2.9x)
Dependable high-speed
professional digital SLR
● 4.1 effective megapixels for 2,464 x 1.632 pixel images ● Exclusive Nikon DX Format JFET
imaging sensor LBCAST ● Image-processing engine with refined ASIC ● Continuous shooting
AF Zoom-Nikkor AF Zoom-Nikkor AF Zoom-Nikkor AF VR Zoom-Nikkor AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor at approx. 8 fps for up to 50 consecutive JPEG or 40 RAW (NEF) ● High-speed, high-precision
70-300mm f/4-5.6D ED 70-300mm f/4-5.6G 80-200mm f/2.8D ED 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED
(4.3x) (4.3x) (2.5x) (5.0x) (2.0x)
11-area AF system with 9 cross-type AF sensors ● 3D Color Matrix Metering II featuring 1,005-
pixel RGB sensor ● i-TTL flash control supports Creative Lighting System
A dimension ahead
● 6.1 effective megapixels; Nikon DX format CCD ● Continuous shooting at 3 fps up to 144 pic-
AF Micro-Nikkor AF-S VR Nikkor 300mm AF-S Nikkor
200mm f/4D IF-ED f/2.8G IF-ED 300mm f/4D IF-ED tures* ● Advanced digital image processor ● High-performance System LSI ● Top shutter-
speed up to 1/8,000 second and flash sync speed up to 1/500 second ● Built-in Speedlight sup-
AF-S Nikkor ports Creative Lighting System
400mm f/2.8D IF-ED II * When using JPEG NORMAL – Large setting and a SanDisk SDCFH (Ultra II), SDCFX (Extreme III) or Lexar Media
80X WA CompactFlashTM card
AF-S Teleconverter
TC-14E II
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