Nissin MF18 Macro Flash for
Nikon: Versatile tool ideal for a creative professional photographer, the Nissin
Macro Flash MF18 for Nikon is a round flash tube and LED modelling lamps, giving
even spread of light, with an impressive high power guide number of 16m@100
ISO particularly suited to portraiture, either in a studio or on location.. The
Nissin MF18’s flash head extends in diameter and will fit lenses from 49 to 82mm
with the 52, 58, 62, 67, 72 and 77mm adapter rings included and 49, 55 and 82mm
being available as optional extras. The power ratio can be adjusted down to
1/1024 in the Fine Macro mode while the wireless TTL function enables to add
slave flashes for high quality performance macro shooting. Compatible with the
Nissin PS300, the Nikon SD-8A and the Nikon SD-9 power packs, the Nissin MF18
for Nikon is powered by four AA batteries (not included) with a recycle time of
between 0.1 and 5.5 seconds and between 120 and 800 flashes depending on the
power output the optional Nissin Power Pack PS300 can also be used. Compare the
Nissin MF18 Macro Flash for Nikon to other
Nissin products.
Nissin MF18 Macro Flash For Nikon
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Features - Nissin
MF18 Macro Flash For Nikon i-TTL System |
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Unique Fine Macro mode for Precise Control |
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Compatible with 49 to 82mm Lenses |
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USB Port for Firmware Updates |
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External Power Pack Socket |
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i-TTL for Nikon Cameras |
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Rear curtain sync and High speed shutter |
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Colour and Auto Rotate Display |
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Wireless TTL with multi-function remote
control system |
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Specification -
Nissin MF18 Macro Flash For Nikon i-TTL System |
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Number of Flashes |
120-800 |
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Max Usable Diameter Size |
82 mm |
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Modelling Light LED |
4 units |
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Angle of Coverage |
80° x 80° |
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Vary-Power |
-0.3 to +3, 1/3 EV steps |
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Recycle Time |
0.1-5.5 seconds |
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Power Source |
4 x AA batteries |
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External power pack compatible |
Nissin Power Pack PS300 or Nikon
SD-8A/SD-9 |
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Dimensions (Main body) |
4.5 x 2.6 x 3.3" / 115 x 65 x 85 mm |
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Ring flash |
4.7 x 5.3 x 1.6" / 120 x 134 x 41 mm |
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Weight |
15.7 oz / 446 g |
Kit Content
Nissin MF18 Macro Flash For Nikon i-TTL System
Leather Case
User Operating Instructions Manual
Manufacturers Warranty
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Customer Reviews on Nissin MF18 Macro Flash For Nikon
Review by Mark Evans, 27/05/2012, Customer Rating:
I've only had this flash for a few days and have just had the chance to use it in earnest, in less than ideal conditions (at a moth trapping session, at night, in strong breeze), but the results were great. I was a little put out, when unpacking it to find only very basic instructions, not the detailed ones I'd hoped for. On fitting the batteries (not included) and switching it on, I found the colourful LCD screen lit up offering four main modes: Auto, TTL, Fine Macro and Manual. There were two other options on the menu screen: Custom Settings Mode and Wireless (master) mode, the latter being for the control of other flash guns, used as slaves.
Finding I couldn't work out the settings but just playing with the unit, I contacted Microglobe to enquire if there should have been a full instruction book included and received a prompt and helpful reply. There is no detailed instruction included, but they provided a link to Nissin's website, from which one can download full instructions in PDF, which prints off as eight pages of A4. I didn't follow the link, as I'd already, in the short time before the reply came, Googled Nissin MF18 instructions and got to the site that way.
Being way out of touch with the use of flash, I am amazed at how much control one has over these modern units. In TTL mode (the one I prefer) one can adjust the power of each side of the flash relative to the other, even to the point of having only one side firing. A nice touch is that the built in LED modelling lights also brighten and dim to the same ratio, giving an instant indication of how your setting will appear. The flash exposure compensation is easily adjustable and as with the A-B ratio, it is easily locked.
It's a nice piece of equipment which stores in a robust but not really field-practical storage case. In practice, once I'd read the instructions, I found it simple to use and as with everything, given use and practice, I'm certain it will become a very useful tool.
