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from Irvine, CA. on 11/7/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I am just a casual user, not a photographer,
However, the SB-600 is very useful for me when I want to use a high shutter speed.
Also,this flash has quite powerful feature like a multi sync with built in flash and has a quicker recycle time.
It makes for a great value as well.
Do not forget to purchase with a diffuser at ABE'S of MAINE :).
from Lafayette, LA on 10/27/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great entry low to mid line flash which lacks only in one CLS feature but can be overcomed by using a remote command master flash unit which must be purchased or available on Nikons' higher ended cameras.
from Grand Rapids, MI on 10/6/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great product to use for that stubborn lighting situation. Can't beat the price points!
from Illinois on 10/1/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I use two SB-600 speedlights as just one part of the highly versatile Nikon Creative Lighting System. Along with an SB-800, the two SB-600s provides a reliable, effective and very portable lighting system that takes up about as much room as a shoe-box! I use all three as an off-camera, completely wireless system. The more I use it, the more I like it. Camera = D700
from Boston, MA on 9/8/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I bought this Nikon SB-600 flash, but the price is a bit high, if I compare the price of Nikon SB-600 to the price of the Metz 48 AF-1. Metz is also a name brand, and its flash, Metz 48 AF-1, has more functions at the same price. Also Metz flash is software upgradable via mini-USB port. Probably because this is my first flash for DSLR, so I want to stick with Nikon brand first.
from Germantown, MD on 8/2/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I've used Nikon flashes for about 25 years and this is the best one yet. It's powerful, relatively small and the easiest to use of any so far.
from North Carolina on 7/28/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great product, easy to use. Love it
from Lawrence, NY on 7/26/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Still learning, but you probably should get a diffuser since diretc flash still appears too harsh
from Portland, OR on 7/22/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I use this light primarily as a hair/background light and general fill flash. It is fairly easy to use and works well with the Nikon system and compliments the more powerful sb-900 units. It functions well as a stand-alone or slave to the Nikon cameras and commanders. The only downside is that the menu options are not very intuitive. Once learned, it does its work perfectly.
from Burleson, TX on 7/21/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
This is my second SB-600. Works just as good as the first one. I would surely buy another! Wish it had a standard optical slave built in though...
from Rockland, ME on 7/21/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
In expanding my portfolio, I recently attended a wedding photography workshop (I'm mostly accustomed to outdoor/nature) and needed a hotshoe flash for my D300. Although my experience with interior lighting is limited, the SB600 made it easy to look like I knew what I was doing. It didn't take much effort to customize the settings for the application and fast paced shooting was not hindered by recycle time. And I have the additional advantage of already having a slave when I'm ready to add a master flash.
from Pittsburgh, PA on 7/20/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I had previously owned this Nikon SB 600 F;ash and it was stolen along with my camera. The flash did not work automatically with my previous camera but it still gave me some great pictures. My new SB 600 works very well with my Nikon D60 and so far I have nothing negative to say about it.
from Pembroke Pines, FL on 7/15/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great flash. Use it with my Nikon D90 and have had no issues thus far.
from sOUTH cAROLINA on 7/14/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I use this as a back-up but I have been Very pleased with the results. Its not as powerful as the other flashes I use but for small groups and
children its great....I am very happy with this product.
from stockton,cal on 7/13/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight is a necessary Addition for anyone who is just getting started with DSLR photography and on a budget,Great product and very easy to use and lightweight and Excellent quality,works great on my nikon D-40 {VERY HAPPY WITH IT!!}.
from PA on 7/13/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Easy to learn how to use it and the pictures taken with this flash are great!
from Atlanta, GA on 7/7/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
First of all, I'm delighted with Abes of Maine. [...]Regarding the SB-600 itself, I'm upgrading from the SB-400 because I needed more power, greater rotation flexibility (e.g. if I wanted to take a shot in portrait mode), and I wanted to be able to use a Gary Fong diffuser. So far, I'm loving the power of the SB-600 and the ability to rotate it in any direction I need. I have nowhere near the knowledge to fiddle with the various settings (yet) but in default mode, it does everything I need. At least one reviewer (kenrockwell [dot]com) states that most people won't need more flash than this (such as the SB-800 or 900).Battery life is excellent, using 2900 mAh NiMH rechargeable batteries. Common sense says you want to have a at least 1 set of spares handy, though, if you'll be using the flash a lot.Great buy.
from Los Angeles on 7/5/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
great flash. used in conjunction with a sb-900 for a home-studio setup with an umbrella kit. excellent for use as a wireless slave. lightweight and compact design will make this my travel flash, as the sb-900 is definitely larger in every regard. dont miss wireless commander capability since i use a D300. will purchase at least one more when prices come back down a bit.
from Austin TX on 7/2/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Nikon's creative lighting system is unmatched You cannot find a better flash product for the money.
from Manhattan Beach, CA on 6/29/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Good product, just like anytings else from Nikon
from bakersfield, ca on 6/10/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
great little flash and i love it. i have two of these babies. they work great and put out a good amount of flash. the only downside is that they do use up your double A batteries and i highly recommend getting rechargeable batteries. sometimes it is a bit slow on the recycling... but that is it
from indianapolis, in on 6/9/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
used with D3.
from Plano Texas on 6/7/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great shots using 200MM focal length! Love the remote operations with the D90, this really goes along way to removing shadows. Remote work allows for interesting lighting opportunities.
from Daytona Beach, FL on 6/2/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The SB 600 is the right product at the right price to permit on camera or wireless flash. Nikon did it right with the CLS system, permitting the use of multiple flash units to satisfy almost any lighting requirement.
from International on 5/30/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Although this unit is made in China it appears to have the same build quality as its big brothers.
Only having just received the unit I have yet to fully put it through its paces.
Although it works reasonably well in a multi-flash setup there are two restrictions.
First is the placement of the infrared sensor with the potential for restricting the placement of the flash.
The second is the lack of a light sensitive trigger, thereby requiring it to be used with the Nikon proprietary system. These are the reasons for only four stars.
Incidentally I purchased two of these units from Abe's and providing how well they work in the field may secure more.
from charlotte, nc on 5/26/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Use with d80. Works great for fill or as slave.
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from idaho on 5/20/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I love using this thing off camera. It allows so much creativity. I can't wait to save up for a 2nd flash.
from Durham, NC on 5/12/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Have only had the flash for a few weeks but it has performed well in every setting. Lots of great features, that I'm still learning, but easy to use straight out of the box.
from St.Louis MO on 5/12/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great speedlight,can't beat the price..Wokrs great with Nikon creative lighting.
from Florida on 5/8/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Works great with the D90. Commander mode is excellent. Quality pictures most of the time. Other times it's me. NiMh batteries last a long time. Very powerful. I use it a lot in the home studio. Soft box, umbrella reflector and shoot thru's, main light, hair light, background - works great.
from Greenbrier, Tennessee on 2/25/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
THis is the most versatile flash I have ever owned. I'm still in awe of the countless features of the SB-600
from Atsugi, Japan on 2/25/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
This is the lowest priced Nikon flash that will work using the Nikon CLS system. It's easy to set up for wireless off-camera work.
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from Dallas, TX on 2/25/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
See Ken Rockwell's review of this product. It has most of the features of the SB-800 [...]
from Keller, Texas on 2/24/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The flash AMAZING for the PRICE. TOTALLY worth what I paid for it, and does what I need it to do. The only thing that kind of bothers me is the recycling time between shots. It takes a little longer than I like and really slows down the shots Im trying to get.
Otherwise a GREAT product.
from Tucson, AZ on 2/22/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The unit works well. It is easy to use, particulary in automatic mode. Separately available Diffusion Cover softens lighting, reducing shadows and unnatural subject lighting.The unit appears to be ruggedly built and well deigned. I use with a Nikon D300.
from Cary, NC on 2/17/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
It's an awsome flash!
I love it.
from Central WI on 2/16/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I bought this flash to shoot a wedding with.
Perfect pictures The swivel and bouncing of this flash greatly improves the overall results of all pictures taken.
I would diffently recommend this flash:)
from Anaheim, CA on 2/15/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Impressive battery life. Really Fast Recycling time.
from Sfo on 2/10/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Good price..good product
from Clermont,Fl on 2/10/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I had a SB-800 it works great in large spaces,I needed 2 more flashes for off camera shooting.I purchased 2 SB-600's cheaper then purchasing 1 sb-800.They do 90% of what an 800 does. There perfect for use on light stands.They are easier to use then the 800.
from Sunny Florida on 2/10/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
i-TTL works great on-shoe with the D90, even direct close ups are rarely washed out. Commander mode is a plus but needs to "see" the camera.
from New York City on 2/9/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I just got the SB-600 about a month ago. I really do love this flash. I may like it better than my SB-800, but I won't go there now. The 600 really is everything you need, except for the fact that it has no optical slave built in. That is my only qualm with this light. I actually wrote a blog entry last week explaining how to correct this. Just go to [@] There is a great adapter that you can get to add this feature to your SB-600. I can now use this flash with my studio strobes, on camera built-in flash and pretty much any thing else that flashes. To avoid redundance I will shut up now, but MAN this is a great speedlight. I RECOMMEND IT HIGHLY.-[...]
from New Hampshire on 2/9/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I bought the SB-600 for my Nikon D-50 because I was tired of having crazy shadows behind my kids pictures. This definately did the trick, I went with the 600 over the 400 because I like to take pictures in portrait and landscape, and the 600 swivels so I could still do that easily. It does make the camera much heavier, but the picture quality is SO much better it is worth it. Everyone has such a warmer glow with this flash than the built in. I would highly recommend this flash.
from Belo Horizonte, MG on 2/8/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Very good item !
from ohio on 1/28/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Used for taking my son's senior portraits. Easy to use,versatile. It's a bit heavy.
from Miami,Fl on 1/25/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Easy to use flash unit. Nice to be able to use flash off camera. More powerful than I expected
from Dallas, TX on 1/19/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The SB-600 is a great flash for indoor and portrait photography. It will also do the job as fill flash in scenic and most outdoor situations. It is not as powerful and feature packed as the SB-800 and 900 but at almost half the price from the closest one it is still the best deal in my mind. The manual is weak in information and if you want to use it in a multiple flash wireless setting it can be a little frustrating at first; however, it does work and once you figure it out is a great match for the D80 and above (it will also work with the D70 but that one is being phased out). I own two and I am happy with them.
from Chelmsford,MA on 1/18/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
It is just what I needed! I needed a better flash because I will be taking some pictures at my job of groups in a large room and the bounce will help greatly! Really reduces red eye.
from Dallas, Texas on 1/13/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Reliable
from Los Angeles, CA on 1/12/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Used it first time at a friends house and noticed a difference in picture quality immediately. Great product. Highly recommended.
from Atlanta, GA on 1/11/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great predictable flash. Works on camera or off-flash with my Nikon D80
from Charles Town, WV on 1/11/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I have a new grandbaby and this flash helps me get the perfect pictures of him. I love this flash.
from Chestertown, Maryland on 1/11/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
A great all around flash, easy to use and easy to adjust. Couldn't recommend it more highly.
from Los Angeles, Ca. on 1/9/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great for taking pictures especially at night.
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from Concord/Walnut Creek, CA on 1/6/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Not only does this unit provide excellent light source, it also assist in dim light autofocus. You will notice that the camera will focus much faster when using this unit. I recommend getting a STO-FEN Omni bounce diffuser on this unit. It works the same way as the diffuser that comes with the more expensive SB-800. If you are using this unit on a D40/60/70/80/90, the unit seem to perform best when the camera is set to "P" mode rather than auto mode.
from Santa Barbara, CA on 1/6/2009
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I bought this flash to replace a built in D80. So portraits are just perfect !
Probably it would be good to have a built-in bouncer (like a small white card), but you can buy variety of those for your exact needs.
Also tested it in remote mode triggering it with a built in flash - worked perfectly !
from ny, ny on 12/21/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Quick cycle time, battery saving feature, a little difficult to adjust position in a rush, good price considdering the sb800 is [$] more. This flash will do for the budget concious non pro.
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from Monroe County Pa. on 12/16/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
This flash freezes the motion and helps give crispness to the images
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from Stratton, CO on 12/13/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great for the extra lighting needed for sports/events including in a gymnasium!
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from Marietta, Ohio on 12/8/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Use mainly for family get togethers, weddings, graduations. Excellent! Very please with overall quality and versatility.
Daughter's Wedding
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from League City, Texas on 12/3/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I have used this flash to take portraits as well as spot photography, and it hasn't let me down yet. The integration with the SB-600 and the D70 and D90, both of which i own is flawless.
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from Naples, FL on 12/1/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The SB-600 is a flashlight of the latest technology.There is no over- or underexposure anymore. Compared to my old one it is easy to use on my Nikon D300 and is always getting it right. Actually it's a nobrainer as long as you do general photography inside and outside.
In big rooms you just change the camera setting from ASA 200 to ASA 400 to be sure to have enough light.
Since I own it now for less than a month I still want to test it under specific lighting situations like close ups. I'm optimistic that the SB-600 is handling these challenges as easy as the other stuff.
from Petersburg, IL on 11/30/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I cannot compare the SB-600 to other flash units because I don't own other flash units. And I probably never will. I find the SB-600 fully capable of handling anything I throw at it. I love being able to target the flash up or left or right, as circumstances call for. The more I use it, the easier it is to use.
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from Reston,VA on 11/30/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I use SB 600 to take family portraits and I been getting consistent excellent pictures. I would recommend this to anyone who has a good Nikon SLR camera. Must have.....
from Beltsville, MD on 11/25/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Delivers on all of its promises.
from Graham, North Carolina on 11/19/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I have just made the conversion from film to digital, and needed a flash to companion with my new Nikon D200. The flash looks like it will take full advantage of the capabilities of the camera, and seems to work very well. I have just started experimenting with the flash's wireless capability, but look forward to becoming proficient with this little feature. I am very pleased so far.
from Rocklin, CA on 11/17/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I love the consistant great performance...every time.
from Beltsville, MD on 11/9/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I'm saving my money to buy an additional SB-600.
from Pittsburgh, PA on 11/7/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The SB600 Nikon Flash is a great addition to my photography tools. It automatically calibrates for each and ever shot giving the subject the correct amount of light from closeups to distant shots. It did amazing on a 40-50 foot shot with my Nikon D50 on halloween evening which surprised me with the ability to throw that much light so far. Extremly happy I purchased the SB600.
Haunted Yard
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from Annville, PA on 10/22/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I bought this flash for my brother's evening wedding. I'm totally new to the world of SLRs and although I still haven't mastered how to use it, I can't imagine what my pictures would've looked like without it. It's a great flash at a great price!
from san gabriel, ca on 10/21/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
with technology now, it's just so easy to use. program the camera and use it. no more need for wires, use more than one flash at a time, just set it up and go.
from South Carolina on 10/18/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
The SB600 keeps up with My D80 when I shoot multiple shots in RAW......for awhile, than it will miss one or two before the recycle is fully charged. With fresh batteries, its recycle time is great, but if you are shooting lots of shots that require a flash, carry lots of extra batteries.
I use rechargeable batteries and they seem to loose power faster than non rechargeable ones.
I would like to have seen the extra battery slot that the SB800 has.
It does a remarkable job of lighting just what you want if you understand how to use it, which I am still learning how to do.
One of the most outstanding features I find with it is if you have it in TTL mode only, you will not get any blown out hot spots of peoples faces, it lights up what you are shooting without blowing out the shot, and that saves lots and lots of shots.
I would recommend this flash to any Nikon SLR user, it is a medium priced flash that holds up well, just carry lots of batteries.
The draw back of this unit is that you can't connect any outside power source, it is a stand alone unit.
from Huntington, NY on 10/18/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Very easy to use. The bounce flash capability is what sold me on this unit.
from Virginia on 10/17/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Most cost-effective flash out there
from Texas on 10/13/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I even use it on outdoor shoots to minimize/eliminate the shadows.
from Brunswick, Oh on 10/13/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Great flash for all uses. Improved photos over onboard flash
from Cleveland, OH on 10/13/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
This is an excellent flash. I strongly suggest storing the flash unit in its provided case. This is my second flash. The first was broken due to not properly storing and the sensor became cracked and damaged. This caused the flash not to work properly. I had the flash in my camera case and flash unit came in contact with the side of the camera body. The force and no protection caused the sensor cover to become damaged. It was cheaper to replace than have repaired.
from Fort Lauderdale, FL on 10/7/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
This flash is very versatile. Works very well in diverse lighting situations. I also use it off camera with the SC-28 TTL remote cord to improve the lighting effect and subject texture, good investment. I use it with the SJ-1 colored gel filters to balance the light color with ambient light, nice! Very natural color.I purchased this through Abe's of Maine.[...]
from Vernon, CT on 10/7/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
I used this when I took my first pictures with a new D40X. I found it quick to set up and use. No complications whatsoever. Pictures all came out perfect. No hot spots or overflash/underflash. I find the battery life to be very good. I see no way Nikon can improve it!
from Toronto, ON on 10/6/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Excellent product for its price
from San Antonio, Texas on 10/6/2008
Comments about Nikon SB-600 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight:
Use for shooting live performances - very fast! Took awhile to learn how/when to use bounce. Great product.