The Nikon SB600 is a moderately priced Nikon fill flash that can improve your photography. It is compact, offers TTL (through the lens) control and can be operated wirelessly. The SB600 has a shooting range of 2 to 66 feet.
Instructions
1. Install 4 lithium AA batteries in the SB600. Use lithium batteries as opposed to the alkaline ones because they last much longer and perform much better. Mount the flash to the camera body and lock it in place by sliding the lock switch on the bottom back of the flash to the right.
2. Turn the flash on by pressing the power button and holding it in for a second. Test the flash by pushing the button labeled "Flash." Do not fire the test the flash at your eyes.
3. Set the camera's picture mode to "P (Program)" and choose "Matrix Metering" or "Center Weighted Metering" in the Menu system of the camera. Look at your camera's manual if you don't know choose the metering mode.
4. Select "Flash" mode on the flash. Press the "Mode" button. Pushing this button changes the flash mode; depending on your camera, the flash will have different modes available.
5. Adjust the flash and take your picture. Generally, if you are using the flash for portrait photography, you do not want the flash pointed straight at your subject, as it will create harsh fill light and red eye. Aim the flash up and bounce it off the ceiling to get a softer, more natural fill.
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