I have Nikon D80 which according to my SB600 manual is compatible with CLS. My manual states "BL" will always appear together with "TTL" what does this mean?...does this mean if I set my camera on "spot" metering the SB600 LCD screen will display "TTL" and if camera set on "matrix" metering the SB600 LCD screen will still display "TTL" instead of TTL-BL? But even though the SB LCD screen does not show "TTL-BL" as long as the camera is set to "matrix" metering the SB is operating as "TTL-BL"?
@1234gulp The SB600 will not work wirelessly (off camera) with the D3100. Still, good results are available with the flash mounted on the hot shoe and bounced of ceilings and walls. Holding down the zoom and "-" keys at the same time for about 3 seconds will allow you to switch between manual and iTTL. Although in your application with the SB600 on camera I'd rather shoot in iTTL.
@noorhma The D90 does allow you to program what happens when the FV lock button is pushed. You'll want to check your "controls" settings to ensure that the button is programmed to "FV lock."
I have the Nikon D5000. I purchased the SB-600. Can my camera take advantage of the CLS features? Is my camera a commander? What do I need? Do you lessons on how to work the flash? Your help is appreciated.
Since I created this video Nikon came out with the Nikon D3000 and D5000. I don't believe that either can act as a CLS commander. If you want off camera flash to adjust flash power to match your camera's exposure settings then you'll need the SU800 wireless commander. It sits on your camera's hotshoe and controls other Nikon CLS flashes (SB-600, SB-800, and SB-900).
If you're willing to give up iTTL and switch to manual, there are many less expensive options for wireless triggers and flash.
Enjoyed the video! Do you know how to get the SB-600 to fire while using a reversed lens? I can't get it to fire wireless when I'm using my 50mm. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Please dont say rtfm its why I watch all these videos I struggle with manuals. I do need to find out from the manual how to assign the fn button to flash value.
@pedalman iTTL on the D3 should be the same, I only tested on the D300 and D70. Nikon's iTTL is getting better with every iteration of camera. You should try shooting with subject centered and off center to see if one provides a better exposure. Thanks for the feedback.
Yes, your SB-600 and D60 should work together with Nikon's iTTL feature. Your camera buttons might be a little different than what I show in the video. Check your owners manual if you have questions. Thanks for your feedback.
@XXB4XX - Yes the SB600 will work in both iTTL and iTTL BL on your Nikon D60's hotshoe. I don't believe that the D60 has commander mode to use your SB600 off camera.
I have Nikon D80 which according to my SB600 manual is compatible with CLS. My manual states "BL" will always appear together with "TTL" what does this mean?...does this mean if I set my camera on "spot" metering the SB600 LCD screen will display "TTL" and if camera set on "matrix" metering the SB600 LCD screen will still display "TTL" instead of TTL-BL? But even though the SB LCD screen does not show "TTL-BL" as long as the camera is set to "matrix" metering the SB is operating as "TTL-BL"?
theproudmama22 2 months ago
Darn! I have been using ittl all this time and I didnt know abot the spot and matrix use with the flash.
prmass1 6 months ago
i have my nikon d3100 and i bought sb 600 how can i set it manually ?
1234gulp 10 months ago
@1234gulp The SB600 will not work wirelessly (off camera) with the D3100. Still, good results are available with the flash mounted on the hot shoe and bounced of ceilings and walls. Holding down the zoom and "-" keys at the same time for about 3 seconds will allow you to switch between manual and iTTL. Although in your application with the SB600 on camera I'd rather shoot in iTTL.
nikonspling 10 months ago
how come when i press the FV lock in my d90 it wont fire...?
noorhma 1 year ago
@noorhma The D90 does allow you to program what happens when the FV lock button is pushed. You'll want to check your "controls" settings to ensure that the button is programmed to "FV lock."
nikonspling 10 months ago
Thanks so much for helping me to understand how to get more from my Speedlight SB600. Thanks also for the link to your website; I will surely visit.
Hello from Ireland.
MrTruthhurts777 1 year ago
help pls... what's the difference between TTL ang i-TTL flash?! thank you.............
MrKorean30 1 year ago
What a fantastic explanation of the iTTL and how to use it. Thank you so much.
You have a great website too, but if I can just suggest you include a search button to your site it would be much easier to navigate... thanks again.
cbrman1 1 year ago
Excellent video
eliev04 1 year ago
I have the Nikon D5000. I purchased the SB-600. Can my camera take advantage of the CLS features? Is my camera a commander? What do I need? Do you lessons on how to work the flash? Your help is appreciated.
mathteacherjeter 1 year ago
Since I created this video Nikon came out with the Nikon D3000 and D5000. I don't believe that either can act as a CLS commander. If you want off camera flash to adjust flash power to match your camera's exposure settings then you'll need the SU800 wireless commander. It sits on your camera's hotshoe and controls other Nikon CLS flashes (SB-600, SB-800, and SB-900).
If you're willing to give up iTTL and switch to manual, there are many less expensive options for wireless triggers and flash.
nikonspling 1 year ago
Enjoyed the video! Do you know how to get the SB-600 to fire while using a reversed lens? I can't get it to fire wireless when I'm using my 50mm. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
claymcnamara 1 year ago
Does all this work roughly the same on a D3 ?
Please dont say rtfm its why I watch all these videos I struggle with manuals. I do need to find out from the manual how to assign the fn button to flash value.
Thanks good video.
pedalman 2 years ago
@pedalman iTTL on the D3 should be the same, I only tested on the D300 and D70. Nikon's iTTL is getting better with every iteration of camera. You should try shooting with subject centered and off center to see if one provides a better exposure. Thanks for the feedback.
stevesr71 2 years ago
Yes, your SB-600 and D60 should work together with Nikon's iTTL feature. Your camera buttons might be a little different than what I show in the video. Check your owners manual if you have questions. Thanks for your feedback.
carole3840 2 years ago
Awesome video and some great tips!
I have a nikon d60, will the sb600 work as meant to? As in iTTL etc..
XXB4XX 2 years ago
@XXB4XX - Yes the SB600 will work in both iTTL and iTTL BL on your Nikon D60's hotshoe. I don't believe that the D60 has commander mode to use your SB600 off camera.
nikonspling 1 year ago