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Old 01-27-2010, 02:42 AM
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Question Wireless Flash Question. SB-600 / D300s

Hi, I'm pretty new here and REALLY new to the world of flash.

I'm looking at a Nikon SB-600 and was just wondering if the onboard flash on my Nikon D300s can act as a master to the SB-600 so as to activate it wirelessly?

Or, do I need additional equipment?

Sorry if this is a dumb question, I just want to know what creative options will be available to me if I decide to go the SB-600 route.

Thanks for any help that you might be able to give. Even any useful links would be really appreciated.

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Daniel
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Old 01-27-2010, 02:50 AM
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Yes, the pop-up works as a commander. You have to flip it to commander mode in the custom settings, then it'll bring up the CLS menu where you can make adjustments.

edit: if you like fun and know how to read, check out Joe McNally's "The Hot Shoe Diaries."
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Old 01-27-2010, 02:58 AM
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Thanks Jamie, much appreciated. I had a feeling that was the case, but didn't want to fork out the $$$ and be disappointed.

btw... loving your equipment list... 70-200 f/2.8 VRII...... I'm saving hard for it. It looks awesome!
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Old 01-27-2010, 03:36 AM
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btw... loving your equipment list... 70-200 f/2.8 VRII...... I'm saving hard for it. It looks awesome!
It's magical.
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