Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Only complaints I have are as follows:
1. Head doesn't rotate 180 in both directions which is often needed to get the CLS sensor to see the controller. The brave can perform some DIY corrective surgery (a youtube video shows how) and correct much of this but sad that is even necessary.
2. US warranty would be good but I now have 4 SB800s and not one has failed nor I have heard much about them failing.
3. The menu's to change settings and power output for other CLS stobes when using this as the controller are a bit tedious to access and change.
The SB900 fixes the 180 degree left and right rotation and some of the menu hassle but it is much more expensive and way too bulky.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash is simply AMAZING! It is well worth the price and the best flash on the market in my opinion. I use this unit with both my D2X and D80. I just set to TTL-BL and it will balance fill flash the exposure perfectly every time. If I need a faster shutter speed, I just put it in shutter priority and set it and forget it. The flash will adjust the output according to the shutter speed, aperture, ISO, focal length and the results from 3D matrix metering to make a perfectly balanced exposure every time with CPU lenses. With the quick recycling adapter which is included, it recycles very quickly (I use NiMH batteries). This flash works just as flawlessly in wireless mode as well. If I could give 10 stars I would. Don't hesitate and get this flash, you won't be disappointed.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is a great strobe. I can't compare it to the 400 or 600 as I have not used them. I use to be a pro photojournalist about 15 years ago. MAn has equipment come a long way. This strobe is easy to use. Slide it on and go. Yes, it can get technical if you want to do a lot of different things. It is great for the average photographer or the pro. I did not find the manual to be all that bad like other reviewers. I read every manual cover to cover. Once you figure out the symbols that will make navigation much quicker. Play around with it and see what happens. I almost always leave the diffuser on to help soften the light. It is pricey but ggod things cost $$$$s. I always buy one or two steps up from what I think I will need and I am glad I did with this. It has features I may never use, but the one time I need it I am going to be glad I have it. Prior to this, my favorite strobe was the Vivitar 283 (liked it better than the SB-16)

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash has very fast recycling especially with the fifth battery attachment.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

While the Nikon higher end cameras do come with an adequate flash, once you are in the field and taking photographs, nothing can compare with using the SB-800. Its fast cycle time and its ability to automatically detect the camera settings makes this an invaluable addition to any photographers equipment. These flashes can be used on a wide range of settings and it will take time to master but is well worth the time. As a matter of fact, experimenting with flash settings as you learn the flash is an excellent excuse to get out and take more pictures with your digital camera.

The SB-800 really is one of the best, if not the best flash available on the market today. I highly recommend this unit for anyone who seriously needs a high quality flash unit to complete their camera setup.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Another GREAT product from Nikon, I have 4 SB-800 units. I use them as remotes at weddings with the 175f clamp. Check out Nikon's speed of light DVD. Units are very simple to use & setup, only downside is no battery indicator.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Easy to use, quick recycle, consistent light output, and enough flexability to cover any on camera situation I have run into.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I've had mine for only two months, but I'm out using every chance I get. I was torn between the cost of the 800 and the slightly cheaper 600, but now I'm grateful for the purchase. The greater flexibility and features is worthwhile, even if you're a first-time user.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I have used The Nikon SB600 for a number of years achieving good results but with new camera purchase upgraded to the SB800. Current shoot results are proof of a good decision.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I love the TTL use of this flash.
Nothing can match it so far for me.

It is like you have an assistant that make manual flash faster than you can press the shutter.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Have had Nikon Equipment for 30 years. With my recent purchase of a D70s my flash equipment, slaves etc. are almost worthless. REad the reviews of this Flash, and could not honestly believe how happy everyone seemed to be with the performance. It truly is that good and with the added fifth battery is even better and faster. Took 300 shots Friday at a late afternoon/evening outdoor weddng and was quite pleased how the combination worked to provide outstanding coverage edge to edge. Now will have to consider a 600 for a remote slave.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

When I checked "Professional" I consider myself a novice professional. That's someone who is getting paid for some work while doing and learning with each shoot. The SB800 on my D80 has made this jump from serious amateur to "novice" professional a rewarding experience. The frustration of having to wait for my previous camera's built-in flash to recycle is now gone. The drain on battery is very low. I would highly recomment this product to compliment any of the Nikon DSLR's that are compatible for auto use.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Great flash with massive amounts of flexiblity. I use it with the fifth battery option and get super fast recycling times and long life between battery charges. Excellent flash for fill and directional lighting with my D200

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I have used much bigger and more expensive lighting for years. The SB 800 is a great sorce of lighting for most situations. I use it most often for event and wedding candids. I prefer it to my expensive and heavy Quantom Q Flash. I also recommend the Gary Fong Cloud Lightsphere (love it)!!! It is a great addition to this flash.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Provide better lighting effects than the SB-600 that I perviously used. It has a more powerfiul flash and mor special effects to improve your pictures.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is my second one. I use it off camera wihn Nikons advanced lighting. Works great!

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I have been mostly a natural light sports photographer, but adding the SB-800 has added to my bag of tricks. I wish I did it earlier.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

i find it overall to be inconsistent especially using fast re cycle. it needs an external battery pack. i-ttl with the d200 built in flash is a pain for quick shots unless youve got a lot of time on your hands. for a new user, the instruction book is torture.
it is built well and lasts and using 2-3 of them on location can solve some lighting needs with the right amount of patience. Metz and Quantum may be good options.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This product is junk. If you use an external battery, it gets hot and melts and is not covered by warranty.

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Overall Rating


Features


Ease of use


Value for your money


Design


Meets expectations


Excellent Speedlight,


Review:

The SB-800 is an excellent flash. I've used it for portrait
work and it gives me great results. I've used the 800 with
two 600's (I wouldn't buy another SB-600 since spending the
extra money for the SB-800 is well worth it) shooting through
umbrellas in wireless mode and have been delighted with the
results. Wireless is fantastic since you can move the
umbrellas around the subject and have total freedom.

The SB-800 recycles quickly as well and lasts a long time on
the five AA batteries.

Problems I encountered with this item:

none

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Took it out of the box, put in batteries, put it on my new Nikon D200, and used the automatic TTL settings to bounce off the ceiling and also the 90 degree bounce off the attached bounce card. After only a few tries, the shots of my children were so beautiful that my wife didn't mind how much I'd spent on the equipment. The weight is not bothersome. Recycling speed is impressive compared to my older equipment. I'm just a hobbyist but it is giving me what I'd hoped for. I'm looking forward to really wringing it out.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The additional features and included accessories made this flash worth the cost difference over the SB-600 (for me anyway).

I use the included diffuser on a regular basis, and the included tungsten/flourescent filters have helped me to get an accurate color rendition in some challenging lighting situations.

Nikon's flash metering system is great, and the SB-800 works extremely well with my D50. If you can afford it, you won't be disappointed.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is my 2nd SB800 which I use with my other 800, SB28, and SB 25. Using the creative llighting system w/ SU4's allows for all 4 flashes to be used as a portable studio set-up. Not as powerful as real studio strobes but very light and easy to transport: great for location setups. With Photoflex light modifiers very flexile system.

I use high capacity rechargable NiMH batteries which allow for very fast recycle times. The biggest draw back to this flash (as with most high tech flashes) is the owners manual is not easy to follow, has no actual multi-flash examples, and gives just a tech review of flash functions and setup. The only way to learn all the possible uses and setings is to experiment.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Highly recomended to any amateur and profesional photographer for its simplicity and high efficiency. Very recomended to be used with the Nikon D-80 Digital Camera.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I have used Nikon products over the years for one reason: dependability. Like other Nikon products, this flash is durable and reliable, performing its job consistently. The multiple flash capability is great, and requires no extra-cost triggers.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Used primarily in Commander mode with an SB600 remote, and for off-camera fill flash using a cord. The unit works just fine in every application so far, and while it's not totally intuitive, it's not difficult to set up and use.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I mostly use the SB-800 for fill flash outdoors in sunshine and for bounce flash indoors. The diffuser, which is supplied with the unit and fits over the flash's head, works as well as the Sto-Fen diffuser I bought for my old SB-600. On the whole, the SB-800 works very well and reliably. Because I often photograph little kids who, I swear, can move like lightening, I really like the extra battery attachment that makes the unit recycle very fast. My main complaint is that the user's manual is not easy to decipher. However, if I sit down with the manual, my D-200 and its manual, and the SB-800 all fired up and ready to go, I can usually make a particular function work. Granted, it's much like trying to get straight answers from a politician, but eventually I can figure it out. So, hey Nikon, hire somebody who knows how to write a technical manual in language normal people can understand!

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I had been using the SB-600 for the past 2 years as a professional, and have just upgraded to the 800. It is WAY better, the higher power alone is worth the extra price. I was finding my 600 not strong enough for group portraits, but I just finished my first on-location family session with the 800, and I couldn't be happier. Recycle time isn't too bad; could be better (could always be better, no matter what flash), but I take LOTS of shots, one right after another, so occasionally I take some when the flash isn't ready yet. The 800 is also MUCH easier to read and decipher than the old 600, I never knew what the heck my 600 was doing.

If you're comparing the two, but price is holding you back, you won't regret getting the 800, it's worth every penny... if you get the 600 you'll be getting the 800 eventually anyway ;)

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Can't believe I waited so long to purchase one.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I am enjoying these. Much better than SB-600, spend the extra $ You will want more than one of these, then you'll want an SU-800, so start budgeting for that now, and get it over with.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I have had great results with this flash in both iTTL mode and manual. It is a bit bigger than the SB-600, but not by much. So this is still a pretty small flash, but I like that. It is super versatile and works great with the CLS.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

It really can make the difference between getting the shot or missing it, especially in low light situations.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is a great flash. It's pretty powerful, though not like a studio strobe, and has loads of features. I think its way more useful than an SB-600 and its worth the extra bucks. I have two of these and i love them! The myth that the SB-800 recycles slower isn't true when you use the same amount of flash. The SB-800 CAN take longer to recycle only when it cranks out MORE power than the SB-600 can. Yeah its heavier but what do you expect when you've got four batteries in there? As fill flash, it recycles instantly. I really like these flashes and I'm glad to have them. They work very well when used with Nikon's Creative Lighting System. I only wish that they didn't preflash as much as they do with the D70 but thats the fault of the camera, not the flashes, because they can operate without when using the SU-800 speedlight commander, which also works very nicely.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The flash is great; but if you wish to use off camera (wireless), do your research on the Internet for Instructions. The default values for the flash do not coincide with the default values of Nikon cameras when useing as a wireless remote. I was going to return flash unit until I found help on the Internet. Have not had long enough to fully evaluate, but seem to be excellent flash unit.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I initially bought one SB-800 with my Nikon D200 and was impressed with the results (recognizing the inherent limitation of single point flash). But as a serious amatuer without professional facilities (roomy studio and storage space) I opted to expand my lighting capabilities with two more SB-800s, as well as an SU-800, so I can run all three flash units off-camera in three channels. You don't NEED the SU-800 with the D200, but it adds range and flexibilty beyond the excellent capabilitis of the camera. Initially the manual looks a little daunting but setting time aside to quietly reading it with an SB-800 and the camera and it fell into place fairly quickly. I spent the following weekend experimenting and found the results surprisingly good for my first foray into multi-flash since migrating from an OM2 based 35mm film rig to a Nikon D200 based digital outfit. Once you grasp the basics the Creative Lighting System (CLS) is an astonishingly easy system to use considering the complexity of what is actually going on inside these very well thought-out devices. Of course you still have to invest time to understand the effects of light and shadow, but that's part of the journey called photography, not flash units per se.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

i just switched from canon to nikon, and i choose the sb-800 for my d200, this is an awsome flash. recycle time is amazing. and i also use it with "Gary Fong's Light Sphere II" i get nothing but amazing results.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is an excellent tool. Its weight is reasonable (not heavy nor light) Easy to use and something important is that it has the option to add an extra battery (with an external holder) in order to increase the recycling time and then shooting faster. Used with an extender arm, it provides to the camera a professional good looking.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Excellent flash

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Powerful product. Use more than one SB-800 wirelessly and you can still get TTL metering of output.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Always consistent lighting whether used by itself or with other SB-800s.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The first time I used it for a wedding the battery module didn't sit in the compartment correctly and it wouldn't let the shutter click, so I missed the ring bearer and the bride coming down the walkway. I modified the door for the module wire leading to the battery pak to stick out, but now I can't get the door open to get module after each use.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is the top of the line flash from Nikon. It's filled with features, and there is nothing better on the market. People usually use a flash when the lighting is poor. However, using a flash for everyday pictures makes the colors "pop". However, like any flash, there are many, many settings to adjust unless you just use the fully automatic mode.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash is an excellent value for the money. It does everything Nikon says it will, and does them all pretty well. The only problem I have had with it is the design of the battery cover. I broke mine while attempting to reinstall it. Probably my own fault. Fortunately I choose to keep the add on for the 5th battery in place all of the time, so this isn't a really big issue for me. Speaking of batteries, the SB-800 is a real power hog. Definitely use 2500 mah or better rechargable batteries, or a remote power supply with this flash. I would recommend it to anyone, and plan to purchase several more for use as remotely fired backlighting for weddings. They are much lighter and easy to work with than some other lighting options.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Great flash!

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This unit works with the Nikon cameras and auto-lenses to automaticaly adjust for the lens and focal distance to give well exposed snapshots. It is easily adjusted for advanced lighting procedures.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Coming from a Vivitar 283 that's so very easy to use and a Quantum X-2 that is much more advanced but also easy to adjust to; this flash has a learning curve with it because of the number of different settings if not using TTL! The controls on the back are very hard to navigate unless you have very small fingers. Shooting on any of the TTL settings is usually the easiest when getting use to the flash. Leaves a harsh shadow shooting vertical if pointed straight at subjuct even on TTL. Extreme light fall off on ends of images when using attached diffuser. The light output to the center with or without is strong. I use my flash with the Gary Fong diffuser system to create soft even and wide coverage lighting.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

An excelent Flash unit that can control other similar units (sb-800 and sb-600) to add dramatic remote lighting to a subject. Its heavy but its well constructed. Fill flash is second to none. The Nikon i-TTL flash system is the best out there.

Price is a great value considering all the functions it has. I would like to see a better difuser for the flash.

The fifth batery is a great thing to have if you need fast recycling time.

I recomend this unit to anybody who uses flash on a regular basis, or anybody that whants to learn to master flash photography. Its a great tool to start.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

It just goes so well with the d-series Nikons, it's like icing on the cake.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Love me use it remotely with my D200. I enjoy full remote control of the flash my camera. Amazing power during very bright days to fill flash.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Great flash works fine. takes a while to figure out all it can do.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash is easy to use, yet it is capable of so much.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The Nikon SB800 has met my expectations and more. It had suffered quite a fall but survived it well. For a photo burst of 3 frames in a row I would not recommend it since it has difficulty to keep up.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Excellent flash, easy to use, with more features than you'll ever need (but someone else will).

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Excellent product, excellent battery life. I have two SB-800s and I have mounted on tripods with umbrellas and shot product photos with excellent results.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is the best Nikon flash I've owned- I've had several previous models. If you just want to put it on your camera and shoot it is perfect and if you're advanced enough for the various intuitive features it's that also. You can even understand the manual, a Nikon first, it has a section for thos who just want to take pictures with a few easy few steps to follow. I have a D200 and DX lenses, I do not know how it reacts to other cameras and lenses.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Nice zoom, but I wish it had an auto-zoom head that worked for the N-55.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I no longer use monolites on location ,I use 4 nikon flashes ,wirelessly ,at this stage I have not found a situation that I cant handle

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash is very accurate in iTTL mode (indoor or outdoor)easy to use, has weak construction and is a litter weak in power when you need it

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is the first speedlight that has done everything that I was looking for and it has done it well.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Excellent flash. Very versatile. I use it in conjunction with my D70 in commander mode. I bought a second one to use as a fill-in. Very powerful. It is capable of reaching half way across a football field.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I've seven of them now with the SU-800 Commander to boot. I can control the light in almost any situation alone now where a lighting grip was a necessity before.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Photography just keeps getting better and Nikon leads the pack in producing winners. The SB800 is a perfect match for my D-80, with the two units communicating with each other for optimum results. With this combination, I am enjoying consistent, high quality photographs. It takes some of the pain out of retiring my beloved F5.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Much better then the Sigma DG500ST - easier to control and more compact built.

A little noisy - produces a high pitch tone from time to time.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Works well. As long as you have batteries charged works very well. Rechargable batteries seem to last a long time

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash works very well, and includes many of the 'extras' you might expect to have to buy separately. It works nicely with D series bodies and built in wireless remote. It isn't flawless so you do have to be careful under tricky lighting situations, or at least test first so you know what to expect!

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It's kinda like this... the 800 is everything a photographer needs. Get something less, and there's always going to be something you wish your 600 or 28 could do. Just get the 800. Unless you are a mega pro and can afford the amazingly nice Quantum QFlashes. Personally, I love my 800, it's amazing how much power it has. It does take a little while to recycle, but that is the way it is with batteries. If you want to speed up recycling time, DON'T use rechargables... use straight-up regular AA batteries. If you want virtually immediate recycling, rent a Quantum battery from your local pro shop for about $12 a weekend and go to town like a pro!

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Used for more than two years and still going strong. The wireless mode is useful for a variety of off-camera setups. All it needs is a dedicated button to switch on the wireless mode.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Great outdoor to fill shadow and color works great with Nikon electronics. Also wireless helps with multi flash

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

very consistant output, easy to use

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I am more than pleased. I use a N90s with the MF-26 control back; as well as the D1H. I am enjoying not having to press multiple buttons to alter my flash output power. Although I haven't had to use it yet, but the fifth battery for faster recycling is a plus too. Since most of my work is portraiture, the diffusion dome, & coloured filters were a nice touch.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I've used this flash unit in all kinds of ways, and it always does exactly what it's designed to do. Learning to use off camera flash has made my portraits and outdoor work with models very easy. I have never used "portable studio" lights, just these flash units.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The Nikon SB-800 is one of the easiest to use and most flexible flash units in its class. I have three that I use remotely with an SU-800 controller and it let's me sit on my butt and control the flashes . The lights recycle damned near immediately when used with the fifth battery and I've never discharged a set of batteries to the point where the recycle time was unacceptable.

Great light. Great features. Easy to use. Very flexible for different situations. Just don't drop them very far. Repair is ridiculously expensive.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Works great wirelessly. I wish I had two more.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Very versatile. Great for fill light in portraits and produces an even light for low light subjects shot indoors. Used with other "slave" SB-800's and a few reflectors and diffusers, this flash becomes an easy to transport studio lighting kit. The SB-800 definately should be a top priority for your camera bag.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I like the light, but it's very difficult for me to figure out how to set it up, especially with my slave, too. I have yet to get them both to fire at the same time.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The 800 is a great flash...easy to use.
The head moves every which way making it able to be bounced at every angle. Recycles quickly...strong metal hot shoe...I'm happy with mine.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I have had this flash unit for almost 2 years. I only had one problem with it, where the flash was'nt synching correctly with my D70, but it could have been due to problem with the D70. I sent both camera and flash unit to Nikon for service and even though both were OUT OF WARRANTY for a few months, Nikon REPAIRED both camera and flash at NO CHARGE in less than 2 week turnaround time. NIKON cares about its quality and service. Excellent Product for all uses. The Built-In Diffuser on the flash head is an extra added help as well :) A++++++ Flash

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The SB-800 is hands down the finest on-camera flash I've ever used. It performs fantastically when mounted in the camera's hot-shoe, but it really shines when taken off the camera, mounted in the included pedastal. With its built-in optical slave, it integrates nicely as an additional light in any strobe package, providing that extra touch of background illumination or a quick kicker light.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Just finished a wedding using this flash, it was great. So much advanced than the older SB 26 & 28 models. Digital is here to stay..........

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This is an extremely good flash and I would highly recommend it. I was shooting shot after shot and the photos turned out well despite short recycling times. I'm sure you can buy something which helps increase the recycling time, but for now it's not that necessary as it does a good job. I also highly recommend the use of the lightspere diffuser with this flash [...] Flashes, regardless of make/model, all have that flash look (harsh shadows, dark backgrounds), which is why I didn't like using them before. But now whenever I use the flash, 90% of the time, my lightsphere is attached.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

This flash is a great dependable piece of equipment.
The only suggestion I have is the reposition of the slave sensor placed in one side of the flash (right side). The sensor should be placed in a central place where it can be activated by the main flash coming from any angle.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

I used it over the camera built-in flash

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Nice unit, the fifth battery lets it recycle just that much quicker.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

Performs very well. I'm especially impressed by the battery life I get from the unit with regular alkalines, even without using the supplemental battery. I had to resort to the internet to learn how to properly use it in slave and command modes, but once mastered, these are fun and useful features.

Comments about Nikon Nikon SB-800 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, Guide Number at ISO 100, m/ft. 56/184 at 105mm Setting, Gray Market.:

The flash is great for family and wedding photography.. TTL is also excellent.
Recycles fast...
.. Only complaint is that NIKON of all companies should have known better but they DID NOT build an indicator in it to tell you when the batteries are runnning low.
So when batteries ae low you will start getting inconsistent exposure.
On great feature in this flash is that if you have a D70 you can trigger it remotely.. the in built camera flash sends some signal.., Alsthough I have not found much use for the feature.