Nikon D3s

Review this page for information about the Nikon D3s and its performance with PocketWizard radios.

General Nikon Operational Considerations

The following operational considerations apply to all Nikon cameras unless otherwise noted.

Flash Sync Speed - Custom Camera Setting

When using a Nikon camera and ControlTL radios, the camera's "Flash Sync Speed" setting must be set to the slower shutter speed of the two "Auto FP" options. This setting can be found in the "Bracketing/Flash" Custom Settings menu.

D3s Specific Operational Considerations

The following operational considerations apply only to the D3s.

Camera Firmware

For best results, use the latest camera body firmware. The latest firmware for the D3s is A:1.02 / B:1.02, available for download at Nikon Service & Support.

HyperSync Performance

Use the tables below to view the D3s' HyperSync performance with a specific flash. Find your desired light in the left-hand column, choose whether you want the "HyperSync Only" control enabled or disabled, and then select either "Highest Energy" or "Reduced Clipping" to download a PDF of the results.

Einstein

Einstein	HyperSync Only Enabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping
	HyperSync Only Disabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping

Elinchrom

Ranger RX S-Head	HyperSync Only Enabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping
	HyperSync Only Disabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping

AlienBees

AlienBees B1600	HyperSync Only Enabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping
	HyperSync Only Disabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping

White Lightning

White Lightning X3200	HyperSync Only Enabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping
	HyperSync Only Disabled	Highest Energy	Reduced Clipping

Don't see your gear?
We have paused our HyperSync testing and PDF production for the time being. We may be adding more results to the wiki as they become available. Check back in the future.

Nikon Special Notes

The following special notes apply to all Nikon cameras.

FV Lock

FV Lock is not currently supported with PocketWizard radios.

Unsupported Modes

• Mirror Up mode is not fully supported at this time – test with your specific configuration before using.
• Exposure Delay mode (set via in-camera menu) is not currently supported.
• Repeater/RPT mode is not currently supported.

In-Camera Flash Control

Using in-camera “Flash Control for Built In Flash” menu to control remote zones is not currently supported.

Rear-Curtain Sync and Bulb

Rear Curtain Sync and Bulb mode cannot be used together. For more information, visit our Rear Curtain Sync page.

Remote Infrared Control

ControlTL radios disable ALL infra-red/optical communication pulses used in Nikon’s native i-TTL system, and will not trigger remote flashes configured to receive these pulses. A PocketWizard radio is required for each remote flash you want to trigger.

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