Nikon Speedlite SB-800 - Manual (Page 64)

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Slow-sync flash mode, Red-eye reduction control,
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Slow-sync flash
The flash is controlled at a slow shutter speed to obtain the correct exposure
for both the main subject and background in low-light situations or at night.
• Available with cameras providing slow-sync. You cannot set the slow-sync function on
the SB-800 directly, but must set it on the camera. For more information, refer to your
camera’s instruction manual.
• Since slow shutter speeds are normally used, use of a tripod is recommended to
prevent camera shake.
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Red-eye reduction
To prevent the center of your subject’s eyes from appearing red in color
pictures, the SB-800 fires three flashes at reduced output just before the
picture is taken.
• Available with cameras having red-eye reduction control. You cannot set red-eye
reduction on the SB-800 directly, but must set it on the camera. For more information,
refer to your camera’s instruction manual.
• After setting your camera to red-eye reduction, make sure that “N” appears on the
SB-800’s LCD panel.
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Red-eye reduction with slow-sync flash mode
In this mode, red-eye reduction is combined with slow sync.
• Available with cameras having red-eye reduction with slow-sync. You cannot set this
mode on the SB-800 directly, but must set it on the camera. For more information, refer
to your camera’s instruction manual.
• After setting your camera to red-eye reduction with slow sync, make sure that “N”
appears on the SB-800’s LCD panel.
• Since slow shutter speeds are normally used, use of a tripod is recommended to
prevent camera shake.