Nikon's New R1C1 and R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight Systems Bring Simplicity and Automation to Close-Up Flash Photography
Latest Additions to Nikon's i-TTL Wireless Creative Lighting System
Simplify Lighting for Close-Up Photography and Prove Versatile
for Much More
MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikon Inc.
(http://www.nikonusa.com) today introduced two new Wireless Close-Up
Speedlight Systems -- the R1C1 and the R1 -- both designed to seamlessly fit
within Nikon's i-TTL Wireless Creative Lighting System. Comprised of the
SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander, two SB-R200 Wireless Remote Speedlights
and a host of useful accessories and mounting adapters all neatly packaged in
one complete kit, the R1C1 offers photographers using Nikon i-TTL capable
SLRs, including D2x(TM), D2hs(TM), D2h(TM) and F6(TM) a compelling new way to
get outstanding results with their close-up photography while bringing an
amazing level of simplicity and automation to the lighting process. The R1
shares all of the components of the R1C1 with the exception of the SU-800
Wireless Speedlight Commander. The R1 is designed to take advantage of Nikon
i-TTL digital SLR cameras that feature a Wireless Commander built into the
camera's on-board Speedlight system, such as the D70(TM), D70s(TM) and the
newly announced D200(TM).
The R1C1 and the R1 systems greatly enhance the versatility of Nikon's
Creative Lighting System, currently consisting of the SB-800 and SB-600
Speedlights. They offer photographers a myriad of choices and options in
creating customized lighting solutions, ranging from a compact, portable
lighting set-up for close-up photography to more elaborate lighting
arrangements using several i-TTL enabled speedlights. Regardless of the
complexity of the lighting arrangements, Nikon's i-TTL technology promises an
astounding level of simplicity in achieving the desired lighting effects and
accurate exposures. Photographers can shed all cords and cables and the need
to calculate flash and distance ratios, because, when used with a compatible
Nikon camera, i-TTL technology is capable of making all exposure calculations
in real time, wirelessly, during the exposure to deliver consistently accurate
flash exposures in virtually any situation.
Packaged as complete systems, the R1C1 and the R1 Wireless Close-Up
Speedlight Systems are designed to produce automated creative close-up
lighting solutions without any clutter or hassle of connecting cables. The
system outfits come in a sturdy and fitted system case that includes all the
accessories and adapters a photographer may need to begin capturing
beautifully illuminated pictures immediately.
The R1C1 consists of two SB-R200 Wireless Remote Speedlights, the SU-800
Wireless Speedlight Commander, and an SX-1 Attachment Ring that is used to
attach the two SB-R200s to the front of the lens. Additionally, the outfit
contains a comprehensive assortment of accessories to help users master and
enjoy close-up flash photography, including the SW-11 Extreme Close-Up
Positioning Adapter, SJ-R200 Color Filter Set, SW-12 Set Diffuser, SW-C1
Flexible Arm Clip and a set of five adapter rings to ensure the SX-1
Attachment Ring can be mounted on virtually any Nikkor(R) lenses designed for
close range photography.
For photographers who want to use an SB-800 or the built-in Speedlight of
D200, D70s and D70 cameras as a commander, the R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight
System, which comes without the SU-800, is ideal.
Components of the R1C1 and R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight Systems are
also available individually, offering photographers versatility and creative
control. The SB-R200 Speedlight is a highly capable lighting tool with a
guide number of 14/46 (ISO 200, m/ft.). In addition to attaching it to the
front of the lens for close-up photography purposes, photographers can also
hold it in their hand while shooting for off-camera directional lighting, or
freely position it by using the AS-20 Speedlight Stands, supplied with both
the R1C1 and R1 systems. The SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander, also
available individually, adds versatility to the Nikon Creative Lighting System
by providing wireless flash output level controls for the SB-800, SB-600 or
new SB-R200 remote Speedlight units when mounted on Nikon SLR cameras that are
compatible with Nikon's Creative Lighting System. These include the D2X,
D2Hs, D2H, D200, D70s, D70 and D50(TM) digital SLR cameras, as well as the F6
35mm film SLR camera.
The Nikon R1C1 and R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight Systems will be
available in December 2005 for an estimated selling price of $680.00* and
$430.00* respectively. The Nikon SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander and SB-
R200 Wireless Remote Speedlights will also be available individually in
December 2005 for an estimated selling price of $265.00* and $155.00*
respectively. For more information about Nikon's Creative Lighting System and
Nikon's Speedlights, please visit http://www.nikonusa.com.
Contents of Nikon R1C1 & R1 Wireless Close-Up Speedlight Systems
Two Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System configurations are available:
Nikon Wireless Close-Up Speedlight System R1C1 and Nikon Wireless Close-Up
Speedlight System R1 (identical to R1C1 but SU-800 is not included). The
system includes:
- SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander: (not included in the R1 outfit).
Includes the SS-SU800 Soft Case
- SB-R200 Wireless Remote Speedlight (2): Includes (2) AS-20 Speedlight
stand, (2) SS-R200 Soft Case, (2) SJ-R200 Filter Set, and (2) SZ-1 Color
Filter Holder
- SX-1 Attachment Ring: Enables SB-R200(s) to be attached to the front of
the lens. Accepts up to eight SB-R200 Speedlights (maximum four when
attached to camera or up to eight off-camera)
- SG-3IR IR Panel for Built-in Flash: Prevents pre-flash light from built-
in Speedlight (D200, D70s or D70) from influencing exposures in extreme
close-up situations
- Adapter Ring Set: Enables SX-1 to be attached to lenses with filter
attachment sizes of 52mm, 62mm, 67mm, 72mm, and 77mm
- SW-11 Extreme Close-Up Positioning Adapter (2): Angles the SB-R200's
flash light toward the optical axis to create lighting effects when
taking extreme close-up shots
- SW-12 Translucent Diffuser Panel: Provides the ability to bounce and/or
soften light
- SW-C1 Flexible Arm Clip: Used to mount SW-12 Diffuser to the SX-1
Attachment Ring. Clamp design allows mounting to other objects, adding
flexibility
- SS-MS1 Close-up Speedlight Outfit Case: Houses complete System and
included accessories plus space for an additional SB-R200 Speedlight
SB-R200 Wireless Remote Speedlight: Major Features
- Supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System
- Functions only as a remote Speedlight unit
- Supports i-TTL (for automatic balanced Fill-Flash), D-TTL, TTL, Manual
- Accurate i-TTL flash control achieved through flash exposure monitoring
control
- Guide Number of 10/33 [ISO100, m/ft], 14/46 [ISO200, m/ft]
- Advanced Wireless Lighting available
- Auto FP High-Speed Sync; use with fast shutter speeds achieves effective
blurring of out-of-focus background elements
- FV lock holds flash value, enabling recomposition prior to shooting
- AS-20 Speedlight stand (supplied)
- SS-R200 Soft Case (supplied)
- SJ-R200 Color Filter Set (supplied)
- SZ-1 Color Filter Holder (supplied)
Note: The SB-R200 cannot be attached to the camera's accessory shoe.
SU-800 Wireless Speedlight Commander: Major Features
- When using i-TTL compatible Nikon SLR cameras and Speedlights, user can
divide the Speedlight units into three groups and control the flash
output independently for each group
- Features a Commander function that can trigger wireless remote flash
(SB-800, SB-600, or SB-R200) units without a master flash unit
- One-touch switching between close-up and Commander modes
- Easy-to-use close-up flash operations. Two types of operations: Dual-
light close-up flash and Triple-light close-up flash
- Easy-to-view LCD panel
- Compact and lightweight
- SS-SU800 Soft Case (supplied)
- When using the SU-800 with cameras not compatible with i-TTL flash
control, only close-up flash operation (using cords) is possible in use
with the optional SC-30 TTL Cord.
About Nikon
Nikon, At the Heart of the Image(TM). Nikon Inc. is the world leader in
digital imaging, precision optics and photo imaging technology and is globally
recognized for setting new standards in product design and performance for its
award-winning consumer and professional photographic equipment. Nikon Inc.
distributes the Nikon Total Imaging System of consumer and professional
digital SLR cameras, Nikkor optics, Speedlights and System Accessories; Nikon
Coolpix(R) compact digital cameras; Coolscan(R) digital film scanners; 35mm
film SLR cameras; Nikon software products and Nikon sports and recreational
optics. At the heart of every Nikon camera is Nikon's Exclusive Feature
System, making it easy for anyone to take amazing digital pictures. Through
the Nikon Spirit Initiative(TM), the company, plays an active role in
supporting aspiring and advanced photographers through a variety of
philanthropic organizations, educational programs, events and workshops. For
more information, dial (800) NIKON-US or visit http://www.nikonusa.com, which
links all levels of photographers to the web's most comprehensive photo
learning and sharing communities.
*Estimated selling prices listed are only an estimate. Actual prices are
set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
SOURCE Nikon Inc.
