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Main parts
The main parts of the SB-800 Speedlight are
identified and discussed in the following
sections. Figures and explanations of each
part and feature are included so you have a
clear understanding of how each is used.
✦ Flash head. This is where the
flashbulb is located. Inside is a
mechanism that zooms the flash-
bulb back and forth to provide
flash coverage for lenses of differ-
ent focal lengths. The flash head is
adjustable; it can be tilted upward
to 90° and downward to 7°. It can
also be adjusted horizontally 180°
to the left or 90° to the right.
12 Part I ✦ Using the Creative Lighting System
Flash head lock
release button
Flash head lock
release button
Battery
compartment
lid
Light sensor
for TTL wireless
flash
Digital sensor
for automatic
non-TTL flash
Flash head
External power
source terminal
AF assist illuminator
1.1 The front of the SB-800 Speedlight
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