Nikon Speedlight SB-5000

Nikon entered the radio controlled flash arena in 2016. The Japanese brand's first homegrown radio-controlled device was the SB-5000 portable flash.

Flagship of the series

The model is positioned as the flagship of the Speedlight series with all the ensuing events. The flash guide number "floats" in the range from 35 at the minimum zoom value (24mm) to 55 at its telephoto position (200mm). Like most peers, the "head" of the device rotates 180° left and right, rises 90° up and tilts within 7° down. The head swivel design inspires confidence.

Remote control

From the start, full flash compatibility has been announced paired with Nikon D500 and D5 SLR cameras. And then, in order to issue commands for “ignition” via the radio channel, you will need to acquire a separate WR-R10 transmitter, which is connected via a 10-pin port on the front of the camera. In general, remote control by radio and optical signal is possible in Master and Slave modes. In the leading mode, the model can operate up to 18 pulsed light sources, united under the wing of 6 groups.

Ease of handling

A large-caliber screen with a whole scattering of useful information and a powerful cooling system add convenience in handling the flash, due to which, at full power, you can “click” about 120 frames with a 5-second interval. In addition, the manufacturer has supplied his offspring with a diffuser cap and two colour filters. In close conjunction with the flash, it seems possible to bring to life almost all photographic ideas than the Nikon Speedlight SB-5000 and is valued among the Nikonists.