The SB-700 is for photographers looking for an on-camera Speedlight offering more power for greater depth-of-field control than the built-in flash, or an additional Speedlight for wireless multiple flash set-ups. This Speedlight will also satisfy the needs of photographers looking for a compact Speedlight that can be set up as a Commander or a Remote as well as those who want to upgrade from their existing or older Nikon Speedlight.

The Speedlight’s LCD design and layout enables easy-to-remember and intuitive operation, while the multi-step power zoom covers wide 24-120mm angle of view with FX-format cameras. The improved user interface of the SB-700 utilizes a large easy-to-read dot-matrix LCD panel making navigation and usage even easier.

The SB-700 includes support for Nikon’s advanced wireless TTL operation and can function as a wireless Commander with control over two separate groups of Speedlights, or as a Remote Speedlight when controlled by the SB-900 Speedlight or the built-in Speedlight set to Commander Mode in most Nikon D-SLR’s. The SB-700 also incorporates a high-speed recycling time of approximately 2.5 seconds for full power with NiMH batteries, and approximately 3.0 seconds with AA Alkaline batteries. The Quick Wireless Mode with A:B (light ratios) allows for quick setting of multiple flash units. This makes it easy and quick to control two remote flash units in i-TTL mode.

Additionally, the SB-700 also features enhanced Thermal Cut-Out detection that automatically detects heat build-up due to rapid flash firing. By increasing the recycling time if the temperature of the flash head rises above a certain threshold, the SB-700 protects the flash from damage due to overheating.

For improved durability, heat-resistance and ease-of-use, the SB-700 uses new hard plastic-type color filters for fluorescent or incandescent color temperature balancing. When using the supplied filters, the flash automatically recognizes which filter is being used and adjusts white balance accordingly on select Nikon D-SLR cameras. Additionally, the SB-700’s AF-assist illuminator is compatible with the complete line of AF systems used in Nikon D-SLR cameras.

Features:

• Portable, Versatile Speedlight Unit i-TTL Speedlight optimized for use with Nikon's Creative Lighting System (CLS).
• Complete Flash Head Positioning Freedom Bounce 90°up and 7°down with 360° rotation elevates creative lighting freedom.
• Wireless Flash Control Wireless Commander Mode controls up to 2 remote Speedlight groups and an unlimited number of compatible Speedlights. When used as a remote speedlight up to 3 Groups can be selected. Four wireless channel options help manage wireless conflicts in multi-photographer environments.
• Choose From 3 Light Distribution Patterns Using the simple slider switch on the back of the SB-700, you can optimize light quality by selecting Standard for general illumination, Center-weighted for portraits or Even, for groups or interiors.
• Color Filter Identification Automatically identifies mounted hard type color filters and adjusts camera white-balance.* *With select Nikon digital SLRs
• Automatic Format Identification Automatically senses the FX or DX-format camera in use and optimizes light distribution.
• Firmware Updating Allows uploading of performance enhancement developments.* *With select Nikon digital SLRs
• Nikon’s Precision i-TTL Flash Control Delivers precise flash exposures and seamless fill-flash performance—even in challenging lighting situations.
• Hot Shoe and Wireless Operation Use on-camera, as a wireless master, commander or remote light source.
• Versatile Auto Power Zoom Coverage Smoothly covers lenses as wide as 24mm and up to 120mm in FX-format.
• Streamlined Controls and Menus Convenient Rotary Select Dial sets key functions quickly and a prominent Master and Remote control switch simplifies wireless operation.
• Flash Tube Overheat Protection To prevent overheating, flash recycle time increases when SB-700 detects heat build-up.
• Flash Value (FV) Lock Locks in a specific flash output on the main subject, regardless of aperture, composition or the lens’ zoom position.* *With select Nikon digital SLRs
• Drip-Proof Mounting Foot Cover (Water Guard)* Provides enhanced moisture protection. *Optional

Includes:

• SB-700 AF Speedlight
• AS-22 Speedlight Stand
• SW-14H Nikon Diffusion Dome
• SZ-3TN Incandescent Filter
• SZ-3FL Fluorescent Filter
• SS-700 Soft Case

• Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry.

• 28/92 (ISO 100 ft.) (at the 35 mm zoom-head position in Nikon FX-format at Standard light distribution, 20°C/68°F)

• 24 mm to 120 mm (in FX-format)

• 2 ft. to 66 ft. (varies depending on the cameras image area setting ISO sensitivity, zoom-head position, and lens aperture in use).

• TTL, Distance-priority manual flash, Manual flash

• Cameras compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting system are compatible with the SB-700.

• Camera’s sync. modes: Slow-sync, Red-eye reduction, Redeye reduction in slow-sync, Rear-curtain sync flash Shooting functions: Auto FP High-Speed sync, FV Lock flash.

• -3.0 to +3.0 EV in increments of 1/3 steps in the i-TTL mode.

• The flash head tilts up to 90° or down to -7° and rotates horizontally 180° to the left and right

• Approx. 160 flashes with AA Alkaline, Approx. 2.5 seconds (Full power manual) with AA NiMH, 250 flashes, approx. 2.5 seconds.

• SB-700 is fully recycled: Rear ready-light lights up and front light blinks Insufficient light for correct exposure (in i-TTL, operations): front and rear ready-lights blink for approximately three seconds after shooting.

• Provides secure attachment of SB-700 to camera’s accessory shoe using locking plate and mount pin to prevent accidental detachment.

• Approx. 2.8 × 5.0 × 4.1 in (71.0 x 126.0 x 104.5 mm)

• Approx. 15.9 oz. (450 g) with four 1.5V alkaline AA batteries.