Electronic construction: Automatic Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) and series circuitry
	Guide number: (at 18mm zoom-head position, 20 degrees C/68 degrees F) 30m/98.4ft. (ISO 200, m/ft
	Angle of coverage: Light distribution covers an 18mm lens when mounted on a Nikon DX format digital SLR camera (27mm lens when mounted on an F6 35mm SLR)
	Flash shooting distance range: 2 to 66 feet (Varies depending on the ISO sensitivity, zoom-head position, and lens aperture in use)
	Flash mode: i-TTL, M (manual with the D40 only )
	Compatible cameras: All cameras compatible with Nikon Creative Lighting System
	Flash exposure control set on the camera: Slow-sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction in slow sync, rear-curtain sync flash, FV lock flash, manual flash (with Nikon Creative Lighting System digital and 35mm SLR cameras)
	Bounce capability: Flash head tilts up to 90 degrees with click-stops at 0, 60, 75, 90 degrees.
	Power Source: Two AA batteries (1.5V or lower)
	Number of flashes/Recycling time (at full output with fresh batteries): Alkaline-manganese (1.5V) 140/3.9 sec. Lithium (1.5V) 250/4.2 sec. Oxyride (1.5V) 150/3.1 sec.Ni-MH rechargeable (1.5V, 2600 mAh) 210/2.5 sec.
	Ready light: Lights up when the SB-400 is recharged and ready to fire; blinks to indicate: insufficient light; insufficient battery power; incompatibility of camera with SB-400; overheating
	Flash duration: Approximately 1/1,300th second at full output
	Mounting foot lever lock: Provides secure attachment of SB-400 to the camera accessory shoe with a mount pin to prevent accidental detachment
	Dimensions (W x H x D): Approximately 2.6 x 2.2 x 3.1 inches
	Weight (without batteries): Approximately 4.5 oz.
	Included accessory: SS-400 Soft case
	Specification Conditions: Performance specifications are applicable when fresh batteries are used at normal temperature (20 degrees C/68 degrees F)

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.

The SB-400 will is on sale worldwide from December 2006, including a SS-400 softcase.

* ISO 100, m, at 18mm zoom-head position, 20°C/68°F