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Nikon SB-50 DX Speedlight

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$11.21 $14.95 In stock

Category: Lighting & Studio

The Nikon SB-50 DX is a compact, versatile Speedlight designed specifically to support Nikon SLR and early digital SLR cameras. Engineered to complement 35mm film SLRs as well as Nikon D-series digital cameras (such as the D1 series and D100), it offers 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash capabilities, dynamic fill-flash features, and an integrated tilting flash head for creative bounce lighting. With its lightweight form factor, built-in wide-angle flash adapter panel, and built-in slave trigger function, the SB-50 DX serves as an easy-to-pack primary or supplementary wireless bounce flash for classic Nikon camera setups.

Key Features and Specifications

* TTL Flash Control: Compatible with Nikon’s 3D Multi-Sensor Balanced Fill-Flash, Matrix TTL, and Standard TTL flash measurement systems (on supported camera bodies).
* Flexible Bounce & Tilt Head: Flash head tilts upwards from 0° to +90° and downwards to -18° for bounce lighting control and close-up photography.
* Built-in Wide-Angle Panel: Built-in flip-down wide-panel diffuser extends flash coverage to match lenses as wide as 14mm.
* Wireless Slave Mode: Features a built-in optical slave sensor to allow off-camera slave triggering from another speedlight or camera popup flash.
* Built-in Diffuser for Pop-up Flashes: Includes a unique fold-out diffuser panel designed to soften light when used alongside a camera’s built-in pop-up flash.
* Power Source: Powered by two CR123A (3V) lithium batteries for lightweight operation and fast recycling performance.

Condition and Included Accessories

* Included Accessories: Soft carrying pouch included.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Matthew X. ★★★★★

Picked this up for my Nikon D100 and the TTL metering is spot-on every time. The compact size makes it easy to carry around, and it bounces light nicely for indoor portraits.

Avery S. ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised how well this flash pairs with my older film SLR — the TTL metering is spot-on for indoor portraits. The bounce head swivels smoothly, making it easy to soften shadows without extra gear.

Adam O. ★★★★★

The auto-zoom on this SB-50 DX locks right onto my D70's lens setting, so I don't waste time fiddling with manual adjustments. It's small enough to toss in my bag without adding noticeable bulk, yet it pumps out plenty of light for indoor portraits.