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title: "Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras"
brand: "nikon"
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# Guide number 21 @ 18mm Flash range 2–66 ft 2x AA batteries, 2.5s recycle Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras

**Brand:** nikon
**Price:** 27.98 DT
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Light up your shots, not your gear — small flash, big impact!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras by nikon
- **How much does it cost?** 27.98 DT with free shipping
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## Best For

- nikon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted nikon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Reliable & ready:** Fast 2.5-second recycle time keeps you shooting nonstop
- • **Compact powerhouse:** Ultra-lightweight design fits every shoot and pocket
- • **Effortless bounce flash:** 4-step tilt up to 90° for natural, soft lighting
- • **Budget-friendly pro tool:** Top-tier flash performance without the premium price tag
- • **Seamless i-TTL integration:** Smart flash metering with Nikon Creative Lighting System

## Overview

The Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight is a compact, lightweight external flash designed for Nikon DSLR users seeking powerful, easy-to-use lighting. Featuring a guide number of 21 at 18mm, a versatile 4-step bounce head tilting up to 90°, and a flash range from 2 to 66 feet, it operates on two AA batteries with a quick 2.5-second recycle time. Perfect for beginners and pros alike, it offers seamless i-TTL compatibility and reliable performance in a pocket-friendly package.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Nikon announces the Nikon Speedlight SB-400, an intelligent and versatile external flash unit that provides i-TTL flash operation in a super-compact and ultra-lightweight body at an affordable price. With its powerful guide number of 21, the SB-400 is an ideal flash unit for beginners in digital SLR photography, but it is also useful for hobbyists and professionals looking for a handy i-TTL flash unit offering an effortless bounce flash function. The SB-400 has been specifically developed to provide photographers with an entry-level external flash unit which is compatible with i-TTL flash operation. When combined with cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the SB-400 is controlled in i-TTL and D40's M (manual) mode. The SB-400's flash head can be tilted in 4 steps--horizontal, as well as 60, 75, and 90 degrees--and has a flash shooting distance range of between 60cm to 20m (depending on the camera's ISO setting). Slow Sync, Red-eye Reduction and other flash modes can also be set on the camera body, enabling users to enjoy brighter and more natural lighting for better flash pictures. Product Description Nikon announces the Nikon Speedlight SB-400, an intelligent and versatile external flash unit that provides i-TTL flash operation in a super-compact and ultra-lightweight body at an affordable price. With its powerful guide number of 21, the SB-400 is an ideal flash unit for beginners in digital SLR photography, but it is also useful for hobbyists and professionals looking for a handy i-TTL flash unit offering an effortless bounce flash function. The SB-400 has been specifically developed to provide photographers with an entry-level external flash unit which is compatible with i-TTL flash operation. When combined with cameras that are compatible wih the Nikon Creative Lighting System, the SB-400 is controlled in i-TTL and D40's M (manual) mode. The SB-400's flash head can be tilted in 4 steps--horizontal, as well as 60, 75, and 90 degrees--and has a flash shooting distance range of between 60cm to 20m (depending on the camera's ISO setting). Slow Sync, Red-eye Reduction and other flash modes can also be set on the camera body, enabling users to enjoy brighter and more natural lighting for better flash pictures.1-Year Nikon USA Warranty.

Review: Fantastic flash in a very small and versatile package - one to chase - I actually paid almost double what it originally sold for before Nikon decided to pull the plug on it. And it is worth every penny of it. I take photos for both personal and professional purposes. I own more cameras and lenses that I care to admit publicly, including several "high end" flashes. Why this one? Two sets of reasons: First set (somewhat unique): One of my workhorses is a retro-style Nikon DSLR camera model called the Df. This camera has the look and all the knobs and levers that old SLRs did but the guts of the most modern (digital) DSLR. Built like a tank, it still has menus you can use if you are so inclined, but you can also look at it and or tweak all the dials and knobs. Like an older SLR it does NOT have a built-in flash. I do NOT want to go against this combination of simplicity and power by putting a gigantic high end flash on top of it that is 2X+ longer and heavier and much more complex than this one is. Second set of reasons: It has virtually all the features I look for in an separate flash unit: - great power (high number) - great battery life - highly reliable - very quick recycle time - batteries that are cheap, long lasting, readily available (easily found on on-a-pinch) - automatic control with complete camera interoperability - adjustable head !!! (up / down / etc) - includes a very attractive, compact and durable case to protect it when not in use. What it lacks, I can do without most of the time: and that is remote commander-style master/slave control of other flash units. Which I only use on special glamour shots. Nikon made a huge mistake discontinuing it, but you can fix that - however you'll have to either buy it used or if you want it new (like I did) you must order it from a merchant in desertcart or elsewhere that gets it from Japan where it is still for sale. The desertcart seller I used, got it me in relatively short time and in perfect condition. Which for whatever reason included hand folded origami "thank you" notes. (a nice touch) Of course if you or someone you know will be traveling to Japan, have them get you a copy. The price is higher than original because in a Capitalist system, high demand drives the price up but in my mind it is still a value purchase. Everyone in the know wants this flash. It combines extreme functionality in a very very small package. The model Nikon put out to replace it has been neutered, so your real options for external flashes are still much more expensive. Larger too. Most of the time I shoot natural light with no flash. But when I do need a flash, this is the one I use. And it fits in just about every pocket of my clothes so all I have to do is pick it up and stash it. Even when I'm NOT carrying a bag. Now imagine all this at half the price (its original price). Nikon, wake up and smell the coffee. Bring this item back into regular markets.
Review: Nikon SB-400 Flash: Small Wonder - There's a lot to like about the Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight Flash . It may be small and compact, but that's where the beauty of this small wonder starts. It's the beginning, entry-level unit of the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS), and though limited in many functions that the larger Nikon Speedlights offer, such as the SB-700 or flagship SB-910, this unit make up for it in size and surprisingly good results for an on-camera accessory flash unit. If you look at the product description, this SB-400 is listed as being made "for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras" but there's more to it than that: it also works quite with the Nikon Coolpix P7100 along with a number of other Nikon digital cameras, as verified on Nikon's website. I've personally used it with my P7100 and D5000, along with the aging D200, and the performance has been excellent with each of these, primarily because of the i-TTL mode. The SB-400 was made to work with contemporary Nikon DSLRs made since 2004. It's small and it's not cheap, but its performance is surprising. Pros: * Excellent construction quality; the SB-400 has a metal hot shoe * Uses just two AA cells; excellent battery life * Fast recycling, about 2 ½ seconds * Shooting range 2 ft. up to 66 ft. * i-TTL fill-flash with CLS-compatible cameras * Bounce capabilities: 4 steps, to 90 degrees Cons: * No sideward head tilt In Use: The first thing that you'll note about the SB-400 when unboxed is the precision feel to the unit. I was surprised to see that it had a metal hot shoe, as so many flashes today have gone to plastic. There's also a lock lever on the rear, and it has indicators so that you'll know if you forgot to lock it. There's an excellent little zippered soft case that will store your flash and keep it from getting dinged up in your camera bag. The flash uses only two AA batteries that can be purchased almost anywhere, and though I'm not carefully measuring it, I get about 200 flashes per pair of batteries. I'm getting a recycle time of just over 2 ½ seconds with a pair of Sanyo eneloop Ni-MH 2000 mAH rechargeable batteries. The tilt head is excellent, and if you're using your Nikon in horizontal (landscape) mode, it offers four vertical positions of 0, 60, 75 and 90 degrees. But if you're holding your camera in the vertical (portrait) mode, then you'll have to shoot with the flash straight on or bounced off of a wall. It's a tilt head, and doesn't have a swivel head like the more costly Nikon SB-700 offers. The angle of coverage on the SB-400 is 18mm (DX-format) and 27mm (FX-format). For reference, this is the equivalent of about a 28mm lens on 35mm film camera. The flash coverage is excellent and generally well distributed. Tinting the head for a bounce effect will give you a softer effect, but if you need more, using a bounce card or the OM-400 Omni-Bounce Flash Diffuser for Nikon SB-400 will work, and there are similar devices. Suggestion: For many, the SB-400 may be all that's needed as an excellent step upwards for Nikon DSLR owners who need more than their built-in flash offers, but some may be perhaps looking for more. As stated earlier, this flash is the beginning, entry-level unit of the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS). It supplements my aged Nikon SB-600 in that respect, but in truth I use the SB-400 far more on a day-in, day-out basis. For those wishing to explore Nikon CLS and what can be done with it, I might suggest the Nikon Creative Lighting System Digital Field Guide by photographer Benjamin Edwards. This well-written guide offers an excellent overview of the creative control of flash at the photographer's command, and with Nikon's Creative Lighting System, flash control can be almost instinctive, and the possibilities can be endless and limited to the users own creativity. And there are enough creative tips, along with excellent full-color images and diagrams that can make use of the SB-400 even easier to understand. Summary: The Nikon SB-400 is an unpretentious, high-quality flash with all the features that many will actually use. But do you actually need one of these, considering that the built-in flash on contemporary Nikon DSLRs (and the P7100) are so good? Maybe not, but consider the SB-400 if you want an easy-to-use bounce flash, if you want faster recycle times than your camera may offer, and excellent coverage with your ultra-wide lenses. You'll also get more shots per camera battery charge, since your camera's built-in flash uses 2-4 times as much power; using the SB-400 means you don't use the built-in flash. Other flash features can be gimmicks that may even interfere with taking pictures, and will slow you down rather than get the job done. Considering all that this small wonder does, it's a 5-star recommendation. 5/6/2012

## Features

- Compact, lightweight Speedlight unit
- 18mm angle of coverage with Nikon DX format digital SLR cameras
- Bounce capabilities in 4 steps up to 90 degrees; flash shooting distance range from 2 and up to 66 feet
- Approximate guide number of 98.4 feet at ISO 200 (at 18mm zoom head setting)
- Operates on two AA-size (1.5V) batteries; fast 2.5 second recycling time

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000KKPN5C |
| Audio Recording | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #397 in Shoe-Mount Flashes |
| Brand | Nikon |
| Built-In Media | Soft Case SS-400 - 1-Year Nikon USA Warranty |
| Camera Flash | Hotshoe |
| Color | black |
| Compatible Devices | Nikon Digital SLR Cameras |
| Compatible Mountings | Nikon |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,024 Reviews |
| Exposure Control Type | FV Lock Flash, Manual, Manual Flash (with Nikon Creative Lighting System digital and 35mm SLR cameras), Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction in Slow-sync, Slow-sync, i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash with CLS compatible cameras |
| Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 to 1/320 seconds |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00018208048069, 04960759025456 |
| Has Self-Timer | No |
| Included Components | Soft Case SS-400 - 1-Year Nikon USA Warranty |
| Iso Range | 100-200 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.1"D x 2.6"W x 2.6"H |
| Item Part Number | FSA03701PL |
| Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Light Sensitivity | ISO 100-200 |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 4806 |
| Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/320 seconds |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Shutter Speed | 1/200 |
| Model Name | 4806 |
| Model Number | ['SB-400'] |
| Mount Type | Hot Shoe Mount |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
| Product Dimensions | 3.1"D x 2.6"W x 2.6"H |
| UPC | 018208048069 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Optical Pulse |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Nikon
- **Camera Flash:** Hotshoe
- **Compatible Mountings:** Nikon
- **Flash Sync Speed:** 1/200 to 1/320 seconds
- **Included Components:** Soft Case SS-400 - 1-Year Nikon USA Warranty

## Images

![Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OJQnqQijL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic flash in a very small and versatile package - one to chase
*by X***N on November 18, 2014*

I actually paid almost double what it originally sold for before Nikon decided to pull the plug on it. And it is worth every penny of it. I take photos for both personal and professional purposes. I own more cameras and lenses that I care to admit publicly, including several "high end" flashes. Why this one? Two sets of reasons: First set (somewhat unique): One of my workhorses is a retro-style Nikon DSLR camera model called the Df. This camera has the look and all the knobs and levers that old SLRs did but the guts of the most modern (digital) DSLR. Built like a tank, it still has menus you can use if you are so inclined, but you can also look at it and or tweak all the dials and knobs. Like an older SLR it does NOT have a built-in flash. I do NOT want to go against this combination of simplicity and power by putting a gigantic high end flash on top of it that is 2X+ longer and heavier and much more complex than this one is. Second set of reasons: It has virtually all the features I look for in an separate flash unit: - great power (high number) - great battery life - highly reliable - very quick recycle time - batteries that are cheap, long lasting, readily available (easily found on on-a-pinch) - automatic control with complete camera interoperability - adjustable head !!! (up / down / etc) - includes a very attractive, compact and durable case to protect it when not in use. What it lacks, I can do without most of the time: and that is remote commander-style master/slave control of other flash units. Which I only use on special glamour shots. Nikon made a huge mistake discontinuing it, but you can fix that - however you'll have to either buy it used or if you want it new (like I did) you must order it from a merchant in Amazon or elsewhere that gets it from Japan where it is still for sale. The amazon seller I used, got it me in relatively short time and in perfect condition. Which for whatever reason included hand folded origami "thank you" notes. (a nice touch) Of course if you or someone you know will be traveling to Japan, have them get you a copy. The price is higher than original because in a Capitalist system, high demand drives the price up but in my mind it is still a value purchase. Everyone in the know wants this flash. It combines extreme functionality in a very very small package. The model Nikon put out to replace it has been neutered, so your real options for external flashes are still much more expensive. Larger too. Most of the time I shoot natural light with no flash. But when I do need a flash, this is the one I use. And it fits in just about every pocket of my clothes so all I have to do is pick it up and stash it. Even when I'm NOT carrying a bag. Now imagine all this at half the price (its original price). Nikon, wake up and smell the coffee. Bring this item back into regular markets.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nikon SB-400 Flash: Small Wonder
*by J***N on May 6, 2012*

There's a lot to like about the Nikon SB-400 AF Speedlight Flash . It may be small and compact, but that's where the beauty of this small wonder starts. It's the beginning, entry-level unit of the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS), and though limited in many functions that the larger Nikon Speedlights offer, such as the SB-700 or flagship SB-910, this unit make up for it in size and surprisingly good results for an on-camera accessory flash unit. If you look at the product description, this SB-400 is listed as being made "for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras" but there's more to it than that: it also works quite with the Nikon Coolpix P7100 along with a number of other Nikon digital cameras, as verified on Nikon's website. I've personally used it with my P7100 and D5000, along with the aging D200, and the performance has been excellent with each of these, primarily because of the i-TTL mode. The SB-400 was made to work with contemporary Nikon DSLRs made since 2004. It's small and it's not cheap, but its performance is surprising. Pros: * Excellent construction quality; the SB-400 has a metal hot shoe * Uses just two AA cells; excellent battery life * Fast recycling, about 2 ½ seconds * Shooting range 2 ft. up to 66 ft. * i-TTL fill-flash with CLS-compatible cameras * Bounce capabilities: 4 steps, to 90 degrees Cons: * No sideward head tilt In Use: The first thing that you'll note about the SB-400 when unboxed is the precision feel to the unit. I was surprised to see that it had a metal hot shoe, as so many flashes today have gone to plastic. There's also a lock lever on the rear, and it has indicators so that you'll know if you forgot to lock it. There's an excellent little zippered soft case that will store your flash and keep it from getting dinged up in your camera bag. The flash uses only two AA batteries that can be purchased almost anywhere, and though I'm not carefully measuring it, I get about 200 flashes per pair of batteries. I'm getting a recycle time of just over 2 ½ seconds with a pair of Sanyo eneloop Ni-MH 2000 mAH rechargeable batteries. The tilt head is excellent, and if you're using your Nikon in horizontal (landscape) mode, it offers four vertical positions of 0, 60, 75 and 90 degrees. But if you're holding your camera in the vertical (portrait) mode, then you'll have to shoot with the flash straight on or bounced off of a wall. It's a tilt head, and doesn't have a swivel head like the more costly Nikon SB-700 offers. The angle of coverage on the SB-400 is 18mm (DX-format) and 27mm (FX-format). For reference, this is the equivalent of about a 28mm lens on 35mm film camera. The flash coverage is excellent and generally well distributed. Tinting the head for a bounce effect will give you a softer effect, but if you need more, using a bounce card or the OM-400 Omni-Bounce Flash Diffuser for Nikon SB-400 will work, and there are similar devices. Suggestion: For many, the SB-400 may be all that's needed as an excellent step upwards for Nikon DSLR owners who need more than their built-in flash offers, but some may be perhaps looking for more. As stated earlier, this flash is the beginning, entry-level unit of the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS). It supplements my aged Nikon SB-600 in that respect, but in truth I use the SB-400 far more on a day-in, day-out basis. For those wishing to explore Nikon CLS and what can be done with it, I might suggest the Nikon Creative Lighting System Digital Field Guide by photographer Benjamin Edwards. This well-written guide offers an excellent overview of the creative control of flash at the photographer's command, and with Nikon's Creative Lighting System, flash control can be almost instinctive, and the possibilities can be endless and limited to the users own creativity. And there are enough creative tips, along with excellent full-color images and diagrams that can make use of the SB-400 even easier to understand. Summary: The Nikon SB-400 is an unpretentious, high-quality flash with all the features that many will actually use. But do you actually need one of these, considering that the built-in flash on contemporary Nikon DSLRs (and the P7100) are so good? Maybe not, but consider the SB-400 if you want an easy-to-use bounce flash, if you want faster recycle times than your camera may offer, and excellent coverage with your ultra-wide lenses. You'll also get more shots per camera battery charge, since your camera's built-in flash uses 2-4 times as much power; using the SB-400 means you don't use the built-in flash. Other flash features can be gimmicks that may even interfere with taking pictures, and will slow you down rather than get the job done. Considering all that this small wonder does, it's a 5-star recommendation. 5/6/2012

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great speedlight that fills a need for the non-professional
*by B***R on April 21, 2007*

This is a simple flash that just fills a need for somebody who wants better results than the built-in flash of a Nikon dSLR camera without extra complexity. It does what it does, and quite well. The only controls on the unit itself is a on/off switch and a bounce angle. The camera's iTTL function does the work, and I have no complaints about the results. Just a perfect solution to get a softer, more diffused lighting for indoor photography by allowing you to bounce the light rather than direct illumination. The body is quite compact, and when mounted to my D80 body does not throw off the balance in my hands. It even is compact enough to fit inside of some camera cases while still attached to the body. It is also versatile in that you can improvise a bounce-diffuser for low-cost. Just cut a piece of 4x6 inkjet photo print paper to the same width of the flash, fold it in a "L" shape and mount it to the flash with a rubber band above and just behind the strobe. When the flash is pointed up to bounce, some of the light gets reflected forward by the paper behind the light and fills the subject a little better. Does the same as $40+ aftermarket reflector/diffusers. The SB-400 by no means will do the same job as a SB-800, because that flash is made to give more options for the professional in more demanding situations. But for somebody wanting a flash for simple indoor photography (perhaps not a large public hall) where there is a desire to bounce the flash for better photos, or shoot from a little bit longer range, this does the job for not a great deal of money. It would be better if the light could swivel as well as be angled upward for more bounce options. If that's important to you, then the SB-600 or SB-800 might be the right choice.

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