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Nissin MF18 TTL Macro Ring Flash for Canon Cameras, Open Box

SKU: NIMF18CAO

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Is the Nissin MF18 TTL Macro Ring Flash compatible with other camera brands?

Yes, the Nissin MF18 is available for Nikon and Sony camera systems in addition to Canon, highlighting its versatile design.

What is the benefit of high-speed sync (HSS) capability in the Nissin MF18?

The high-speed sync (HSS) capability allows you to shoot with larger apertures for a shallow depth of field, even in bright sunlight, with speeds up to 1/8000 second.

How does the Nissin MF18 help in low-light conditions?

The Nissin MF18 includes four built-in LED modeling lights that assist in focusing on difficult subjects quickly in low-light conditions.

Can the Nissin MF18 be used with an external power source?

Yes, it can connect to an external battery pack, such as the Nissin PS8 External Power Pack, to ensure rapid recycle times and support high-volume shooting.

What makes the Nissin MF18 suitable for professional macro photography?

Its ability to deliver soft, diffuse light with precise control, along with robust flash power for deep depth-of-field and high-speed sync, makes it ideal for professional macro photography.

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Nissin MF18 OB Specifications

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  • Guide Number

    52.5' (16m) at ISO 100 (50mm Position)

  • Color Temperature

    5600K

  • Display

    Yes

  • Mount

    Shoe Mount (Controller), Lens Mount (Flash)

  • Lens Compatibility

    52mm/58mm/62mm/67mm/72mm/77mm Filter Threads (via Included Adapter Ring)
    49mm/55mm/82mm Filter Threads (via Optional Adapter Ring)

  • Compatibility

    Canon

  • Ringlight Type

    Flash

  • Ring / Twin Light

    Ring Light

  • Output Control

    Canon TTL

  • Internal Power

    AA Batteries

  • Power Range

    1/1 to 1/1024

  • Recycle Time

    0.1 to 5.5 Seconds

Physical Details

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  • Dimensions

    Controller: 4.5 x 2.6 x 3.2" (11.5 x 6.5 x 8.2cm)
    Ring: 4.7 x 5.3 x 1.6" (12.0 x 13.4 x 4.1cm)

  • Weight

    Without Batteries: 15.7 oz (445.1g)

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About Nissin MF18 OB

Take your macro photography to the next level with the Nissin MF18 TTL Macro Ring Flash for Canon Cameras, an exceptional tool designed to deliver precision and versatility. This compact yet powerful macro ring flash is engineered specifically for Canon cameras, offering superior light control essential for capturing detailed close-up shots. Its bright color LCD display provides an intuitive user interface, featuring large, easy-to-read numerical values that simplify flash compensation and manual power adjustments, even under bright daylight conditions. This makes it an ideal choice for professionals, including dentists who require precise intraoral dental photography.

Unlike traditional LED ring lights that emit constant but weaker light, the Nissin MF18 delivers robust flash power, enabling the use of apertures ranging from f/16 to f/32 for maximum depth-of-field. This capability is particularly advantageous when working with 100mm+ long macro lenses. Fully compatible with Canon's TTL systems, the Nissin MF18 ensures seamless integration with your camera setup. Additionally, it is available for Nikon and Sony camera systems, highlighting its adaptable design.

One of the standout features of the Nissin MF18 is its ability to produce soft, diffuse light with remarkable control. The well-diffused ring generates balanced illumination that envelops your macro subjects, maintaining a consistent 5600K color temperature. This precision and consistency make it a preferred choice for medical professionals, engineers, forensic photographers, and commercial product photographers alike.

The Nissin MF18 is equipped with high-speed sync (HSS) capabilities up to 1/8000 second in both TTL and Manual modes (1/1 to 1/64), allowing you to shoot with larger apertures for a shallow depth of field, even in bright sunlight. For challenging low-light conditions, it includes four built-in LED modeling lights to facilitate quick focusing on difficult subjects. Furthermore, it can connect to an external battery pack, such as the Nissin PS8 External Power Pack, to ensure rapid recycle times and accommodate high-volume shooting needs.

Every version of the Nissin MF18 Macro Ring Flash, including the Sony multi-interface shoe version, features a durable metal hot shoe, underscoring its premium professional build quality. This compact, powerful, and versatile macro ring flash is an indispensable tool for both professionals and hobbyists, offering precise light control to capture stunning close-up macro images with ease.

Nissin MF18 OB Features

  • Color LCD With User Friendly Interface - The MF18's intuitive and bright color LCD display features large, easy to read numerical values that are easy to read, even in bright daylight
  • A Powerful Ring Flash - With a guide number of 16 (m) the MF18 delivers the power to achieve maximum depth of field for close-up nature photography and dental photography, i.e. f/32 with 100mm macro lenses
  • Precise Power Control - The MF18 offers Manual power from 1/1 to 1/64 in 1/3 EV steps, Fine Macro power from 1/128 to 1/1024 in 1/6 EV steps, TTL compensation -3.0 to +3.0 in 1/3 EV steps, Auto
  • LED Modeling Lights For Low Light Focusing - The MF18 includes 4 built-in LED modeling lights that help you to quickly focus on difficult subjects in challenging low light conditions
  • High-Speed Sync (HSS) TO 1/8000 - With high-speed sync you can shoot with larger apertures for a shallow depth of field, even in bright sunlight, i.e. f/2.8 @ 1/8000 second

Key Features

  • Explore Canon TTL macro with precise light output for stunning close-up shots.
  • Achieve consistent color accuracy at 5600K, ensuring true-to-life macro images.
  • Enjoy fast recycle times (0.1-5.5s) to capture every fleeting moment in macro.
  • Easily control the MF18's power range from 1/1 to 1/1024 for creative lighting.
  • The macro ring flash is lightweight at 15.7oz, perfect for on-the-go photography.
  • Mount easily to 52-77mm lenses (adapters included) for versatile macro lighting.

What's in the box:

  • Nissin MF18 TTL Macro Ring Flash
  • Adapter Rings
  • (Battery Not Included)
  • Nissin 1 Year Limited Warranty