Nikon Z and the Canon R cameras can struggle some with the IR beam assist but it's still supported. You're speaking as a wedding photographer but my Z9 and SB-900 don't have any difficulty focusing on Hummingbirds in dim early morning light. The problem is with flash units that don't emit a strong enough IR beam to go through the IR cut filter. The SB-5000 has a stronger beam and is compatible with mirrorless systems as do those ( Unified flash control units ) .
Yes, the SB-5000 is compatible with the Nikon Z in camera menu settings. The Autofocus Assist Lamp in all the Speedlights do not work with the Z cameras. That's because it uses low visibility red patterns to throw on subjects, and the Z system autofocus sensors are on the the blue/green photosites rows, and are sensitive to blue/green light, not red.
@@ShutterSpeak It's difficult having a conversation like this since you no longer use Nikon flash units. All Nikon flash units monitoring a scene independent of TTL will access all flash modes. Some flash units with an LED don't help. What I was attempting to say was that my Z9 focuses in low light using the Autofocus Assist Lamp of the SB-900. The flash unit doesn't allow Flash Modes requiring independent scene assessment (strobe away from camera or Manual mode, Auto External Flash ).
@@19Photographer76 I am not aware of any auto focus assist lamp other than the red illuminator on the front of the SB-900. As I mentioned, red illuminators do not work with Z cameras.
Hi. Thanks for this video, it was very informative and useful. I am using a Nikon Z6_II with the Nikon Speedlight SB-700 and now know that it is capable of HSS.
I bought nikon flashes because I didn't know any better. My first flash was the SB600 which I purchased about 12 years ago. Then the SB700, which is a much easier flash to use. Then I got the SB5000 as I had the radio adapter, the SB5000 also allows you to connect a battery pack. I will I went with a more affordable brand to begin with. I will say the nikon flashes are built like tanks, and I never had any issue with one.
Thank you very much, you solved my problem. I use the Visico 5 system flash but it didn't sync with my Nikon Z6. I was thinking of changing my team. Thank you very much for your help, greetings from Chile.
I have the Nikon z6111, i have Godox V1 pro F, Ive tried this setting in menu , it still doesn't work or allow me to go past 1/200 without a black shadow across the screen.? Any thoughts?
@@ShutterSpeak Thanks for the reply. The flash works perfectly on the Nikon, just not the high sync speed. I originally bought the flash for my fuji xt4...hence the V1pro F. So if I invest in the Pro N it will work if i use on board flash placed directly on the camera in high sync mode? Thanks :)
@@CalmCozyFeeling It should work but I would ask around in some of the online forums. The Nikon Z 6III is new so I have not personally tested it. However, I know for sure that flash works in HSS on other Nikon cameras (with the N version).
I’m new to mirrorless and thought that the viewfinder and back screen are wysiwyg. Why wasn’t your screen all black when you first increased the shutter speed to 1/500 before you even took the picture? It seemed to behave just like an ovf.
When I did weddings for 18 years I usually use a 30th or a 16th of a second sink on tripod so I could get the background of the church to everyone see where they were getting it was standard in the industry for the film days and I think it would probably be the same if you doing weddings today with a mirrorless camera
Question. If you set your camera to those settings and snap the pic to get a black screen, how do you see the subject in viewfinder? If I set my camera to those settings I cannot see the subject to focus, the screen is black.
I am having the same issue. Not being able to focus my subject because the viewfinder is blacked out. So how can I focus subject in with those setting like he showed in his preview monitor? I thought in live view, but how to access that with the Z7ii? What am I missing?
Dont forget to turn the flash on. Seems obvious but most of the videos neglect to mention this and say you only need to put the flash setting in Auto FP.
Nikon flash have high-speed sync built into them the better ones like the sp800n the sp900 and I use power pack external power pack to somebody shot it it would recharge faster
Either your flash does not have high speed sync, it is too far from the subject, shutter too fast, iso too low... really could be any of these or a combination.
Westcott FJ80 flash The screen is excellent but the interaction with the unit is horrible to make a simple change you have to press the screen constantly, in a button flash unit the process is much simpler and faster. The only attractive thing is the screen, the rest leaves a lot to be desired
Thank you. I’ve just ordered my first HSS-capable flash and this is very useful.
Nikon Z and the Canon R cameras can struggle some with the IR beam assist but it's still supported. You're speaking as a wedding photographer but my Z9 and SB-900 don't have any difficulty focusing on Hummingbirds in dim early morning light. The problem is with flash units that don't emit a strong enough IR beam to go through the IR cut filter. The SB-5000 has a stronger beam and is compatible with mirrorless systems as do those ( Unified flash control units ) .
Yes, the SB-5000 is compatible with the Nikon Z in camera menu settings. The Autofocus Assist Lamp in all the Speedlights do not work with the Z cameras. That's because it uses low visibility red patterns to throw on subjects, and the Z system autofocus sensors are on the the blue/green photosites rows, and are sensitive to blue/green light, not red.
@@ShutterSpeak It's difficult having a conversation like this since you no longer use Nikon flash units. All Nikon flash units monitoring a scene independent of TTL will access all flash modes. Some flash units with an LED don't help. What I was attempting to say was that my Z9 focuses in low light using the Autofocus Assist Lamp of the SB-900. The flash unit doesn't allow Flash Modes requiring independent scene assessment (strobe away from camera or Manual mode, Auto External Flash ).
@@19Photographer76 I am not aware of any auto focus assist lamp other than the red illuminator on the front of the SB-900. As I mentioned, red illuminators do not work with Z cameras.
Hi. Thanks for this video, it was very informative and useful. I am using a Nikon Z6_II with the Nikon Speedlight SB-700 and now know that it is capable of HSS.
SB-700 supports HHS, but it is a joke. The flash power output beyond 1/300 s gives you a weak light
This was a HUGE help! Thank you so much!!
You're welcome!
Joe, Thanks for sharing this with us. Always look for your videos. Keep up the good work.
Thank you for watching and saying hello!
I bought nikon flashes because I didn't know any better. My first flash was the SB600 which I purchased about 12 years ago. Then the SB700, which is a much easier flash to use. Then I got the SB5000 as I had the radio adapter, the SB5000 also allows you to connect a battery pack. I will I went with a more affordable brand to begin with. I will say the nikon flashes are built like tanks, and I never had any issue with one.
Thank you very much, you solved my problem. I use the Visico 5 system flash but it didn't sync with my Nikon Z6. I was thinking of changing my team. Thank you very much for your help, greetings from Chile.
EXACTLY what I needed, thank you!!
Thanks for this! I had no idea why I lost my HSS when I switched to my Zii from my Nikon DSLR.
So clear and helpful!
Joe, Thanks for sharing, and always looking forward to your videos. Go Canes!
Wow this really helped me understand. Thank you!
Thank you for good information❤
Great specific info, step by step. Great job.
Thank you
Very interesting and informative to me.
Hello. I have Nikon z5 and I need Nikon trigger. What kind of trigger should i get?
Great video!! For some reason my camera will not go over the 1/200 any ideas as to why?
I had the same problem and realized I had to change my trigger (I use godox) setting to high sync as well.
I’ve seen complaints about banding when in HSS with the Z8 and Z9. Is this really an issue?
I've never experienced it. Have shot quite a lot of frames on the Z 9.
Does nikon D5100 have this? i can't seem to find it on my menu
Do you work for Westcott? Because I am 10 minutes into the video and still waiting for something besides a Westcott commercial.
Nope.
So the Nikon Flash SB-700 also has to be in High Speed Sync ? Someone posted it has to be set to Manual mode. Is that true ?
I have the Nikon z6111, i have Godox V1 pro F, Ive tried this setting in menu , it still doesn't work or allow me to go past 1/200 without a black shadow across the screen.? Any thoughts?
The V1 Pro Pro F is not for Nikon cameras... you would need a V1Pro N (N for Nikon)
@@ShutterSpeak Thanks for the reply. The flash works perfectly on the Nikon, just not the high sync speed. I originally bought the flash for my fuji xt4...hence the V1pro F. So if I invest in the Pro N it will work if i use on board flash placed directly on the camera in high sync mode? Thanks :)
@@CalmCozyFeeling It should work but I would ask around in some of the online forums. The Nikon Z 6III is new so I have not personally tested it. However, I know for sure that flash works in HSS on other Nikon cameras (with the N version).
@@ShutterSpeak Iv'e ordered it to test it out...will let you know :) thanks for your help.
I’m new to mirrorless and thought that the viewfinder and back screen are wysiwyg. Why wasn’t your screen all black when you first increased the shutter speed to 1/500 before you even took the picture? It seemed to behave just like an ovf.
You can change that in the menus
Very good information
Thank you
When I did weddings for 18 years I usually use a 30th or a 16th of a second sink on tripod so I could get the background of the church to everyone see where they were getting it was standard in the industry for the film days and I think it would probably be the same if you doing weddings today with a mirrorless camera
Question. If you set your camera to those settings and snap the pic to get a black screen, how do you see the subject in viewfinder? If I set my camera to those settings I cannot see the subject to focus, the screen is black.
Exactly!
I am having the same issue. Not being able to focus my subject because the viewfinder is blacked out. So how can I focus subject in with those setting like he showed in his preview monitor? I thought in live view, but how to access that with the Z7ii? What am I missing?
@@DRUIZMULTIMEDIA focus first at a lower shutter then increase the shutter
Exposure preview isn't showing???
Dont forget to turn the flash on. Seems obvious but most of the videos neglect to mention this and say you only need to put the flash setting in Auto FP.
ISO 64?
Nikon flash have high-speed sync built into them the better ones like the sp800n the sp900 and I use power pack external power pack to somebody shot it it would recharge faster
My photos come out completely black? Why?
Either your flash does not have high speed sync, it is too far from the subject, shutter too fast, iso too low... really could be any of these or a combination.
I find I can shoot photos faster since turning on High Speed Sync. I don't know why Nikon would turn it off by default.
My Godox V1 does the same in my Z9 without any "special setting" and a fraction of the price...
I owned three V1's - they all broke :-( I'm sorry but I can not recommend that brand. The special settings are required for every brand, btw.
Westcott FJ80 flash
The screen is excellent but the interaction with the unit is horrible to make a simple change you have to press the screen constantly, in a button flash unit the process is much simpler and faster. The only attractive thing is the screen, the rest leaves a lot to be desired
I have worked with Baby Yoda and found him to be a very wise model.
He knows much that is hidden.
Why spend time talking about low light shooting when your topic is about hss?
I guess I wanted to.