A Chinese company Debao, has released a wireless Speedlight commander for Nikon called Debao SU-800. The Debao SU-800, which is an alternative for the Nikon SU-800 Speedlight transmitter is a lot better and much cheaper product than the original Nikon version.
Debao SU-800 is almost an exact copy of the Nikon SU-800 wireless Speedlight commander currently selling with a price tag of $100 while the Nikon SU-800 available at $250.
In addition, the Debao SU-800 offers a longer range coverage than the Nikon’s version, you can see the comparison of two products below.
Debao SU-800 Speedlight Commander for Nikon
Debao SU-800 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.
Debao SU-800 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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Anyone know if the build is good on Debao SU-800 SU800 Wireless ? Thanks,
How do I get support for the debao su 800 I just bought?
Need assistance.
You have to ask for manufacturers site.
Beware the Debao Su – 800
BEWARE ! they offer Zero None not even a response for any technical service at all, my unit quit after only 30 shots and after repeated attempts No Response from technical service. SAVE YOUR MONEY!