Flash shooting support functions, Power zoom function, D –57 – Nikon SB-900 User Manual

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D–57

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Flash modes and functions

Flash shooting support functions

Power zoom function

The power zoom function automatically adjusts the zoom position to match the
lens focal length.

Zoom positions to be automatically adjusted differ depending on lillumination
pattern. For more details, refer to “Specifications.” (kF-17)
The available zoom positions to be automatically adjusted at standard
illumination pattern intensity are between 17 mm and 200 mm in FX format, and
12 mm and 200 mm in DX format, without steps.

▲ Power zoom function activated

Setting the zoom position manually

When you want to change the zoom position to one that does not match the focal
length, you should adjust the zoom position manually.

A small “

” above the “ZOOM” indication appears on the LCD panel while

manually setting the zoom position.

Press the [ZOOM] button, then turn the selector dial to set the zoom position.
Turn the selector dial clockwise to increase the value, and counter-clockwise to
decrease the value.
You can also adjust the zoom position by pressing the [ZOOM] button. In this case, the
value increases every time you press the [ZOOM] button. Note that the zoom position
changes to the widest position next to the most telephoto position.

Canceling the power zoom function

The power zoom function can be canceled in the custom setting. (kC-23)
When the power zoom function is canceled

The zoom-head can be manually adjusted, but the zoom position indicator does
not change even if the lens is zoomed, a lens is changed, or the power turned
on or off.
An “

”appears on the LCD panel.

See “Setting the zoom position manually” above for setting the zoom position.



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