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Rent NowVivitar DF-286 DSLR AF Flash (Nikon i-TTL)
High-Output Shoe-Mount Flash i-TTL Metering, 360-Degree Bounce & Swivel, AF Assist & Built-In Wireless Slave
The Vivitar DF-286 is a powerful, dedicated hot-shoe speedlight designed natively for Nikon’s DSLR and mirrorless camera systems. Outfitted with full i-TTL automatic exposure metering, this high-output flash delivers a formidable guide number of 194 feet (ISO 100 at the 85mm setting), providing the robust light-gathering power needed to illuminate large spaces, freeze fast-moving action, or act as a bright daytime fill-flash. Whether you are an enthusiast shooting family events or a photographer building a portable studio, the DF-286 balances strong output with automated, user-friendly communication.
Designed for complete directional lighting control, the flash head features comprehensive bounce, swivel, and zoom capabilities. The head can tilt vertically at 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, and 90° to soften light off ceilings, and it swivels 270° horizontally to bounce light off walls. To streamline your workflow in dim environments, an integrated red autofocus-assist beam helps your camera lock focus on subjects quickly. Complete with a built-in wide-angle diffuser, a slide-out reflecting bounce card, and automatic shutter speed sync, this speedlight offers a versatile and affordable lighting solution.
Key Features & Lighting Performance
Dedicated Nikon i-TTL Communication: Syncs seamlessly with your Nikon camera body to automate exposure metering and automatically set correct shutter speeds when the flash is powered on.
Exceptional 194′ Guide Number: Delivers maximum output power (ISO 100 @ 85mm) to effortlessly handle long-distance subjects or cut through harsh midday shadows.
Directional Bounce & Swivel Head: Offers vertical tilt indexing up to 90° and horizontal swivel rotation up to 270° for highly adaptable, professional-looking bounce illumination.
Low-Light AF Assist Beam: Projects a targeted red focus beam to help your camera’s autofocus system lock onto subjects in pitch-black or low-contrast shooting scenarios.
Built-In Light Modifiers: Features an integrated slide-out wide-angle diffusion panel to broaden the light beam for wide lenses, alongside a white reflecting card to add catchlights to your subject’s eyes.
Viewfinder Readiness Indicator: Syncs directly with your camera’s internal optics to display a flash-ready light right inside the viewfinder so you know exactly when the unit is fully recycled.
Red-Eye Reduction Support: Activates pre-flash pulses to minimize the occurrence of red-eye when taking portraits or group photos.
Technical Specifications
Flash Classification: Dedicated hot-shoe mount speedlight
Camera Compatibility: Nikon i-TTL system compliant
Guide Number: 194 feet / 59 meters (at ISO 100 / 85mm zoom position)
Bounce Tilt Angles: 0°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
Swivel Rotation Angles: 270° Horizontal
Recycle Time Range: Approx. 0.3 to 10.0 seconds (depending on power level and battery quality)
Power Requirements: 4 x AA Batteries (Alkaline or NiMH rechargeable)
