Small flash for Z7
May 27, 2019 09:03:06 #
crbuckjr
Loc: Naples FL
I want a pocketable flash for my new Z7. SB-300 comes highly recommended but is no longer made. (I checked the UHH site, but didn’t find any.)
Appreciate any advice on reliable sources for a used SB-300.
Appreciate any advice on reliable sources for a used SB-300.
May 27, 2019 09:15:34 #
I Googled “sb-300 speedlight” and Nikon still has some for sale for $149. Unless you have an issue with the price, that is definitely one way to go!
May 27, 2019 12:31:27 #
crbuckjr
Loc: Naples FL
Thanks...you are correct......my senior moment.......I have seen comments that the SB-400, which is not being made, is a better choice than the SB-300.
Do folks agree with that?
If so, can you recommend a reliable source for a SB-400?
sorry for the senior moment......appreciate any help/advice
thanks
Do folks agree with that?
If so, can you recommend a reliable source for a SB-400?
sorry for the senior moment......appreciate any help/advice
thanks
May 27, 2019 12:35:38 #
May 27, 2019 13:41:34 #
crbuckjr
Loc: Naples FL
I just went to B n H...talked with live chat in used dept and he says they don't have any......where did you find it?
May 27, 2019 13:44:49 #
May 27, 2019 13:47:57 #
alx
Loc: NJ
crbuckjr wrote:
Does anyone know if KEH is a reliable vendor???
DEFINITELY RELIABLE! Great to deal with.
May 27, 2019 14:17:00 #
MY mistake...the flash was listed as REFURBISHED, not used! I also read the fine print, and it said they were sold out but expect another one soon. Guess that was my senior moment...
May 27, 2019 14:45:36 #
crbuckjr
Loc: Naples FL
ok....re are even.....no problem.....based on KEH recommendation I am going that direction...thanks
May 27, 2019 19:58:10 #
Don't even consider the SB-300. It's a weak flash with a long recycle time. It uses AAA batteries which is probably why it has a 5 second recycle time. The SB-400 is a better flash. I have one that I used for a few years. It uses AA batteries and has one-half the recycle time of the SB-300. I needed a flash with more capabilities so I got an SB-700 and now an SB-5000.
You might quickly become disappointed with either the SB-300 or SB-400. Their heads won't swivel from side to side. That means you can't bounce flash off the ceiling when you have the camera in portrait orientation. Try to go with at least an SB-500. Its head can swivel vertically and from side to side for bounce flash in any orientation.
You might quickly become disappointed with either the SB-300 or SB-400. Their heads won't swivel from side to side. That means you can't bounce flash off the ceiling when you have the camera in portrait orientation. Try to go with at least an SB-500. Its head can swivel vertically and from side to side for bounce flash in any orientation.
May 28, 2019 07:20:36 #
crbuckjr wrote:
Does anyone know if KEH is a reliable vendor???
Yes they have always sold me quality items in remarkable (used) condition at great prices. Never had an issue of any kind. Good Luck
May 28, 2019 07:58:45 #
May 28, 2019 10:28:24 #
May 28, 2019 11:17:55 #
Take a look at the Godox 350 for Nikon. Small, powerful enough for many situations, well built and inexpensive. I replaced my Nikon SB800s with a couple of them plus one larger Godox. Very easy menu system, too.
May 28, 2019 12:11:26 #
crbuckjr wrote:
I want a pocketable flash for my new Z7. SB-300 comes highly recommended but is no longer made. (I checked the UHH site, but didn’t find any.) Appreciate any advice on reliable sources for a used SB-300.
crbuckjr... This is not a SB300 or SB400, but you might want to consider a Godox V350N, which is a fairly compact flash. Not sure if there are any used ones floating around, as its fairly new yet. You can get a new one on B&H for $84.90
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1341876-REG/godox_tt350n_ttl_mirrorless_camera_flash.html
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