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Flash shooting support functions, Fx/dx selection, D –62 – Nikon SB-900 User Manual

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D–62

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Flash modes and functions

FX/DX selection

When mounted on a camera that can select an image area between FX-format (36
× 24) and DX-format (24 × 16), the SB-900 automatically selects the suitable light
distribution angle, in accordance with the camera’s image area setting. For details,
see your camera user’s manual.

Automatic switching between FX-/DX-format

Based on information from the camera, the light distribution angle is automatically
switched according to the FX-format (36 × 24) and DX-format (24 × 16).

Icon on the LCD panel shows the status of the format set.

: DX-format

: FX-format

t

/

indication with power zoom on

LCD icon varies according to the camera in use.

/

icon appears: D3, D700

icon appears: D300, D60, D40 series

Neither

nor

icons appear: Cameras not equipped with

/

image

area selection

Manual switching of light distribution angle

When manual zoom position setting is activated, the light distribution angle can be
switched manually in the custom setting. (kC-23)

Icon on the LCD panel shows the format set.

: DX-format

: Power zoom function is canceled in the custom setting

: FX-format

: Power zoom function is canceled in the custom setting



Flash shooting support functions