Nikon SB-5000 Reference Manual
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Functions
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Taking Close-up Photographs
When the flash-to-subject distance is less than approx. 2 m (6.5 ft), tilting
down the flash head is recommended to ensure sufficient illumination of
the lower part of the subject in close-up photography.
down the flash head is recommended to ensure sufficient illumination of
the lower part of the subject in close-up photography.
• The bounce-down icon appears
when the flash head is tilted down.
• When using a long lens, be careful
that the light from the flash is not
obstructed by the lens barrel.
obstructed by the lens barrel.
• Vignetting may occur in close-up flash
photography due to the illumination
pattern, lens in use, focal length
setting, etc. Therefore, make test shots
if taking an important picture.
pattern, lens in use, focal length
setting, etc. Therefore, make test shots
if taking an important picture.
Bounce-down icon
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Effect of the built-in wide panel
With the built-in wide panel, the flash from the SB-5000 is diffused. This
softens shadows and prevents glare on faces, etc.
softens shadows and prevents glare on faces, etc.