Manual Flash Mode - Nikon SB-5000 Reference Manual

Manual Flash Mode

In manual flash mode, aperture and flash output level are manually
selected. This allows for control of exposure and flash-to-subject distance.
• The flash output level can be set from M1/1 (full output) to M1/256 to
suit creative preferences.
• Monitor pre-flash and the indication of insufficient flash output for
correct exposure are not available in manual flash mode.
Manual flash mode LCD example
C
Flash output level
Effective flash output
distance (▼)
C-5
Effective flash output
distance (numerical
indicator)