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  • Page 1 Canon / Nikon / Sony INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Nissin Macro Flash MF18 is a flash system for taking close-up photos of small subjects using a flash to eliminate shadows, allowing you to enjoy photography. This instruction manual is intended mainly for Canon or Nikon or Sony digital camera, with the latest TTL flash control system, and features Nissin’s original rotating color display, easily guiding its...
  • Page 3 Simple Operation When attaching MF18 to the camera, the basic flash exposure operation is fully controlled by the camera. It is the same idea as when you use the built-in camera flash, but it is placed on the hotshoe of the camera instead of using the built-in flash.
  • Page 4 • Remove the batteries when not in use for a longer period of time. • Do not use the Nissin MF18 to pick up whole camera system when it installed on your camera. To pick up the whole camera system, you should hold the handle of camera body or the lens.
  • Page 5 Components External service box Battery magazine Adapter Rings x 6 (Included) 52 / 58 / 62 / 67 / 72 / 77 mm (Canon, Nikon) 49 / 55 / 62 / 67 / 72 / 77 mm (Sony) *49 / 55 / 82 mm (purchase for optional) Lock ring Expansion button Lock pin...
  • Page 6 Menu Screen For Main Modes MF18 Flash Modes and Functions - to be set on the flash unit. …  Auto mode …  TTL mode …  Master mode …  Fine Macro mode …  Manual mode …  Setting mode page 11 Full Automatic Mode Flash light is fully controlled by the camera for the most proper exposure.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Advanced Functions For Canon: Functions by Flash setting page 21 FE. Lock Lock Flash exposure can be locked at the main subject while moving the framing. page 22 1st curtain synchronization The flash fires immediately after the first curtain has fully opened. page 22 High speed shutter synchronization Flash synchronizes to the faster shutter speed than regular synchronization speed.
  • Page 8 Basic Operation Inserting batteries Usable batteries - Alkaline batteries, NiMH batteries. Remove the battery magazine and insert 4 x size AA batteries as shown in the picture. The battery magazine is specially designed so that every battery is placed in the same direction to avoid the confusion in poor light condition.
  • Page 9 Basic Operation Mounting MF18 on the Camera Turn off the power switch of both MF18 and the camera. Loosen the lock ring of MF18 so the hotshoe mounts easily. Slide the mounting foot of MF18 into the hotshoe of the camera from the back.
  • Page 10 Removing MF18 from the Camera Loosen the lock ring and slide the mounting foot of MF18 off the hotshoe of the camera. Make sure to turn the lock ring all the way to completely clear the lock pin off the hooking slot on the hotshoe.
  • Page 11 To turn on MF18 again, press the camera’s shutter button halfway or press any button of the flash unit. In case the MF18 is not in use over 30 minutes, the unit is completely turned off. To turn on MF18 again, take the first step of turning the flash unit on.
  • Page 12 In all those camera’s modes listed above, MF18 will automatically and fully work in E-TTL / iTTL / P-TTL automatic flash control system. Set MF18 to the camera’s hotshoe and press the on / off switch to power on. Display screen automatically shows the Full Automatic Mode.
  • Page 13 ) are shown in camera’s view finder and the display panel of the camera. Press the shutter, and MF18 is fired. The result is immediately shown on the camera’s LCD monitor. Flash power is automatically controlled by the camera and the most proper exposure is obtained on your picture.
  • Page 14 In all those camera’s modes listed above, MF18 will automatically and fully work in E-TTL / iTTL / P-TTL automatic flash control system. Set MF18 to the camera’s hotshoe and attach the flash head to the len with suitable adapter ring. Press the on / off switch to power on.
  • Page 15 Setting Mode and Function The TTL flash exposure compensation value 0.0Ev is shown as a default setting. TTL flash exposure compensation is provided in 19 steps by 0.3 Ev increment from -3.0 ・ ・ ・ 0 ・ ・ ・ to +3.0 Ev. Select the EV compensation value you desire.
  • Page 16 (Aperture priority), (Manual), MF18 provides wireless Master / Remote (slave) wireless flash system. The Ring flash placed on the camera is called “Master”- Group A and B. The flash unit placed off the camera is called “Remote (Slave) Flash”. Multiple number of flashes can be set and controlled in Groups A or C;...
  • Page 17 Setting Mode and Function In the main page Canon, Nikon Navigate the cursor and adjust the value according to Master the instruction at the bottom bar. Channel Cursor Navigation / - EV Value Adjust Channel Select Select Channel: Ch1, Ch2, Ch3 & Ch4 Sony Master +/- EV (EV compensation)
  • Page 18 Setting Mode and Function The flash unit has two modes for adjusting the amount of light produced by the flash: An automatic mode (TTL mode) and Manual mode (M Mode). Selecting TTL (Canon, Nikon) 1. Select the Channel from Ch1 to Ch4. Master 2.
  • Page 19 Setting Mode and Function Fine Macro Mode The Fine Macro mode provides the setting of power ratio from 1/128 to 1/1024 with 1/6 EV steps. (*Remark: Fine Macro mode is not available for all shutter functions) Cursor navigation Value adjustment Select Fine Macro in main menu, press Fine Macro To set the desired power ratio of both Side A and B, navigate...
  • Page 20 Setting Mode and Function Manual Mode The Manual mode provides the setting of power ratio from 1/1 (full) to 1/64 -2/3EV OFF (Side A or B)with 1/3 EV steps. Cursor navigation Value adjustment Select Manual in main menu, press set Manual To set the desired power ratio of both Side A and B, navigate to adjust the power ratio OR...
  • Page 21 Setting Mode and Function Custom settings A variety of custom settings enable you to customize your MF18. Press to enter the Custom setting page. Select the item to be customized and set the value to customize. 6 custom settings are prepared.

  • Page 22: Fe. Fe. Lock

    To reset the customized value or conditions, select Reset, choose “Yes” and All the memorized data is cancelled and MF18 is reset to the default value and condition. Other shutter functions by camera setting...

  • Page 23: 1St Curtain Synchronization

    A:B 1:2.8 desire . High speed shutter synchronization Setting MF18 synchronizes to the highest shutter speed set on the Shutter camera. To capture subject with softening off the back ground in daylight synchronization photography, the shutter speed is to set at higher than the regular synchronization speed.

  • Page 24: 2Nd Curtain Synchronization

    Setting Mode and Function For Canon (Shutter functions setting by flash) 2nd curtain synchronization Setting In 2nd curtain sync., the flash fires just before the 2nd curtain Shutter closes. By using this function at slow shutter speeds, a moving subject will appear with moving marks behind. Refer to the operation manual of the camera for details.

  • Page 25: 1St Curtain Synchronization

    Setting Mode and Function For Nikon (Shutter functions setting by camera) For Nikon cameras, the shutter functions need to be set 1st Curtain at the camera and the icon indicates the current setting. Select the TTL in the main menu and press Set the shutter function in the camera.

  • Page 26: 1St Curtain Synchronization

    A:B 1:2.8 desire . High speed shutter synchronization Setting MF18 synchronizes to the highest shutter speed set on the Shutter camera. To capture subject with softening off the back ground in daylight synchronization photography, the shutter speed is to set at higher than the regular synchronization speed.
  • Page 27 Replace the batteries when recycle time becomes longer than 20 seconds by main batteries only. X-terminal MF18 has X-terminal contact to support a flash synchronization. The external flash can be triggered by the MF18 through X-terminal. A standard sync-cable in the market is usable.
  • Page 28 Guide Number table Guide No. at manual exposure mode (ISO 100 in meters) Flash Power Level Full 1/16 1/32 1/64 1/128 11.31 5.66 2.83 1.41 Remarks: Please be aware that calculating the f-number by dividing the guide number by the distance will not result in correct f-numbers when the distance is shorter than approx.
  • Page 29 Specifications Usable cameras Canon ETTL, Nikon iTTL flash system SLR, Sony ADI/P-TTL and hotshoe type Compact digital cameras-ref. Nissin official website for camera models. Guide No. 16 / 53 (ISO 100 m/ft) Flash energy 83 Ws at full power Illumination coverage 80°...
  • Page 30 Warranty In case of the following reason of the defect, it may void the warranty. 1. The product is not used in accordance with the instruction of the owner’s manual. 2. The product is repaired or modified by the one who is not an authorized repair service.
  • Page 31 Nissin Japan Ltd., Tokyo https://www.nissin-japan.com/ Nissin Marketing Ltd., Hong Kong http://www.nissindigital.com Design and Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. MF18.Rev.0905.1.3...

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