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15-04-10, 17:39
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id be pretty sure the sb400 would work on the d50.....id stump up the extra cash and get the sb-600 sb400 is a pretty basic flash and quite limited.
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15-04-10, 19:24
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.... or buy the Metz 48, better spec than the SB600, at least as good a build quality as the Nikon, and cheaper.
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16-04-10, 14:38
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As an avid Nikon user (I have an SB 600 & 800 and a Metz) I have to agree with Duncan - The Metz 48 is a great flash.
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16-04-10, 17:23
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The SB-400 is compatable with the D50.
Initially it might be handy to compare it with the D50 pop-up unit. D50 pop-up at base ISO of 200 has a guide number of 15. The SB-400 at ISO200 has a guide number of 30 and has a tilting flash head that can be set for horizontal, 60, 75 deg and vertical. On the D50 it can only be used in i-TTL mode, so there is no manual option. Overall a step up from the pop-up flash but lacking the versatility of other Nikon system flash units. It all depends what you want from a separate flashgun in terms of power and versatility as to whether the SB-400 is a worthwhile purchase for you or not. If you require swivel/bounce head, ability to take stofen type diffusers, a range of manual power settings, or more power, then you will have to look at other units. SB-600, SB-800 (discontinued now but may be available used) SB-900, or model from someone like Metz. I mention Metz specifically as it is a company that has many years experience making professional flash units, so they are a company who's products can be relied upon. Don
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