Flash problem

the_doctor199 · 19 Jun 2009

I'm pretty sure there is a simple solution to this, but I cant seem to get it!

When I press the shutter on my d700, it takes a second for the image to be actually taken, it only happens when im using the flash though, it works fine if the flash isn't attached. Anyone know what is causing the delay?

The flash is a sb-600.

purpleclouds · 19 Jun 2009

Maybe the batteries are taking their time recycling the flash?

the_doctor199 · 19 Jun 2009

purpleclouds said:
Maybe the batteries are taking their time recycling the flash?

Woops - should have mentioned that it isn't a recycle, it happens on the first photo I take as well.

the_doctor199 · 19 Jun 2009

Just took the external flash off and tried it with the pop up attached and I have the same problem :s Camera works as normal though when there is no flash being used.

Anyone any ideas?

mr bizzare · 19 Jun 2009

I sounds to me that you are set in rear curtain mode, this is where the flash fires as the shutter is about to close. press the flash button on your camera and look what it says on your LCD, if is displays " Rear " then change it with you command dial.

Strangways · 19 Jun 2009

Does it only happen on one setting like Aperture Priority?

mr bizzare · 19 Jun 2009

No, it's a flash mode

the_doctor199 · 19 Jun 2009

mr bizzare said:
I sounds to me that you are set in rear curtain mode, this is where the flash fires as the shutter is about to close. press the flash button on your camera and look what it says on your LCD, if is displays " Rear " then change it with you command dial.

I was sure i checked that! Thats it sorted now, I knew it was something simple!

Thanks for your help!

mr bizzare · 19 Jun 2009

No problem i've done the same myself.