Nikon Speedlight SB-600 TTL Flash

In my nearly 40-years of experience with Nikon products, I have always been pleased with the quality & durability of camera bodies & lenses. This is my first Nikon flash unit, purchased specifically because it electronically integrates with my new Nikon D5000 DSLR. To date, this flash unit functions precisely as expected.

I particularly like the ability to increase or decrease the flash output by merely pushing a "+" or "-" button for 1/3-stop increments. This is quite handy for macro-photography of light-colored or dark-colored subjects.

The built-in, drop-down wide angle, prismatic diffuser allows corner-to-corner flash coverage with my wide-angle zoom Nikkor lens. as with any flash, illumination drop-off is apparent at distance, but the automatic exposure coordination of flash output, (camera) ISO selection, & aperture (f-stop) is quite helpful, resulting in far less bracketing.

The illuminated control panel is great for day or night use. The unit internally shifts light pattern to match angle selection of Nikkor zoom lenses (TTL accomodation), or full manual output can be quickly selected.

Overall, I know that I made the correct choice in purchasing the SB-600.