Nikon SB-900 - Manual (Page 83)

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Flash modes and functions
Flash photography with color filters
Two types of color filters are supplied with the SB-900 for taking flash pictures
under fluorescent lighting and for use with incandescent/tungsten lighting.
The optional Color Filter Set SJ-3 is available. (kF-11)
Four types of color filters for changing the color of the light from the flash are
optionally available.
For more details on photo examples with color balanced using color filters, see
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Corresponding light source for each type of color compensation filter differs slightly.
FL-G1 provides a greater compensation effect than FL-G2, and TN-A1, greater than
TN-A2. Select the appropriate filter according to the results. •
Using color filters
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Notes on using color fi lters
These filters are consumable items. When they fade in color or
deteriorate, replace them with the backup filters provided.
Do not use these filters when taking pictures with repeating flash, as
the heat can damage them.
The heat generated from the flash head can deform color filters.
However, this will not affect their performance.
Scratches on the filters will have no effect on performance unless the
filters fade in color.
To remove dust or dirt, wipe the filter lightly with a soft, clean cloth. •
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Filters Purpose
Fluorescent fi lters (FL-G1, FL-G2)
Balance the color of light from the fl ash to
match that of fl uorescent lighting
Incandescent fi lters (TN-A1, TN-A2)
Balance the color of light from the fl ash to
match that of incandescent or tungsten lighting
Color fi lters (Optional)
Create interesting effects by changing the color
of the light from the fi lters