The Chinese made Debao SU-800 is almost an exact copy of the Nikon SU-800 wireless Speedlight commander that sells for a fraction of the price ($100 vs. $250). In addition, the Debao SU-800 offers a longer range coverage than the Nikon’s version (see comparison at the bottom of this post).
Features:
- Functions as a wireless commander for the SB-R200, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700 and SB-600 Speedlight units.
- Supports the Nikon Creative Lighting System (CLS) and compatible CLS cameras.
- Controls an unlimited number of Speedlights for up to three groups.
- Offers 4 independent channels for competitive shooting environments.
- Provides wireless control up to 35m.
- Built-in AF assists illuminator for critical focus in low-light situations.
- is available also on Amazon and on eBay.
Compatibility:
- Cameras: D3000、D3100、D5000、D5100、D7000、D7100, D40, D50、D60、D70、D80、D90、D300、D600、D700、D800、D1X、D2X、D3、D3s、D3X、D4
- Flashes: SB-R200, SB-910, SB-900, SB-800, SB-700 and SB-600
- Yongnuo flash, Metz flash, Nissin Flash which supports CLS
Nikon SU-800 vs. Debao SU-800 comparison:
| Nikon SU800 | Debao SU800 | |
| Transmission mode | Infrared Communication | Infrared Communication |
| Transmission power | 13W | 20W |
| Wireless control distance | 20M | 35M |
| Wireless communication channels and wireless groups | Four: 1, 2, 3 and 4 ChannelsThree: A, B and C | Four: 1, 2, 3 and 4 ChannelsThree: A, B and C |
| Display | LCD, Ready-light | LCD, Ready-light |
| TTL Mode | i-TTL、DTTL | i-TTL、DTTL |
| Supports CLS | Yes | Yes |
| Supports HHS | Yes | Yes |
| Supports RPT | Yes | Yes |
| Supports AF assists | Yes10m | Yes 15m |
| Horizontal rotation angle | Don’t Support | -130 ~ 130 degrees |
| Recycle time | 0-4S | 0-2S |
| Supports continuous shoot | No | Yes |
| Required power source | One 3V CR123A lithium battery | 2 x AA battery |
| Supports for manual flash | No | S1 Model manual flash |
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