Nikon SB-400 User Manual download pdf (Page 18)

Effective usage of Speedlight

Notes on bounce flash

For a simple bounce flash technique, tilt the flash head upward and

bounce the flash light off the ceiling. Note that the flash should not

directly illuminate the subject.

60º 75º 90º

1-2m

Lightproof white paper

• The recommended distance between

the flash head and reflective surface

(ex. ceiling) is 1 to 2m (3.3-6.6 ft.).

• Note to prevent the flash light directly

illuminating the subject.

• In color photography, select white or

highly reflective surfaces to bounce

the light off. Otherwise, your pictures

will come out with an unnatural color

cast similar to that of the reflecting

surface.

• When the distance between the flash

head and reflective surfaces is long,

use some A4-size white paper to

bounce the light off. Check that the

bounced light rightly illuminates the

subject.

White ceiling

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Nikon SB-400 User Manual Page 18