Overview & Legacy
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The Nikon SB-800 was introduced in 2004 as a high-end successor to the SB-80DX.
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It supports i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash and is part of Nikon’s Creative Lighting System (CLS), offering advanced wireless master and remote operation capabilities.
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Discontinued by Nikon, it remains popular on the secondhand market and is still highly regarded by professionals for its performance-to-size ratio.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Guide Number | 38 m / 125 ft at ISO 100 (35 mm); up to 53 m / 174 ft at 105 mm |
| Zoom & Coverage | Automatic zoom 24–105 mm; 14/17 mm with built-in adapter or 14 mm via diffusion dome |
| Power Source | 4× AA batteries (alkaline, NiCd, or lithium) |
| Recycling Time | Approx. 6 s (alkaline); 2.9–4 s with Ni-MH or SD-800 pack, depending on battery type |
| Features | CLS master/remote control, FV Lock, high-speed sync (with compatible cameras), AF-assist, modeling lamp, IGBT circuitry |
| Build Quality | Compact, sturdy metal foot (from SB-80DX), durable construction |
| Weight & Size (no batteries) | Approximately 350 g (12 oz); dimensions ~70.6 mm × 127.4 mm × 91.7 mm |
| Weight | 2 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 8 × 6 × 4 in |
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