RPS Lighting D728AF TTL Dedicated Flash for Nikon Cameras
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RPS Lighting D728AF N vs Nikon SB-700 AF Comparison Overview

In this review, we'll compare the RPS Lighting D728AF N On Camera flash with the Nikon SB-700 AF On Camera flash. We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two flashes. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.

RPS Lighting D728AF N Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Nikon Cameras

28-85mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 92' / 28

TTL Capability

0 to +90° Bounce Head

330° Swivel Head

Weight: 221g / 0.49 lb

Dimensions: 6.6 x 1.9 x 3" / 168 x 48 x 76 mm

Nikon SB-700 AF Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Nikon Cameras

24-85mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 92' / 28

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

-7 to +90° Bounce Head

360° Swivel Head

Weight: 360g / 0.79 lb

Dimensions: 2.8 x 5 x 4.1" / 71 x 126 x 104.5 mm

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Reasons to choose RPS Lighting D728AF TTL Dedicated Flash for Nikon Cameras over Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight

Fastest Recycle Time	0.5 seconds vs 2.5 seconds	2s Faster Recycle Time
Weight	221g vs 360g	139g lighter

Reasons to choose Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight over RPS Lighting D728AF TTL Dedicated Flash for Nikon Cameras

Widest Coverage	24mm vs 28mm	4mm Wider Focal coverage
Tele Coverage	120mm vs 85mm	35mm Longer Focal coverage
Wireless Operation	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
Auto-Zoom Head	Yes vs No	Automatically matches the focal length of the lens
Head Swivel Angle	360° vs 330°	30° Wider Swivel Range
Flash Compensation Setting	-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) vs No	Adjust flash compensation on the unit
Off-Camera Terminal	Proprietary vs No	Trigger the flash via wired connection
High-Speed Sync	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
High-Speed Sync	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
High-Speed Sync / HSS	Yes vs No	Speeds faster than camera' Max sync speed

Common Strengths of RPS Lighting D728AF TTL Dedicated Flash for Nikon Cameras and Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight

Bounce Head	Yes (0 to +90°) vs Yes (-7 to +90°)	Bounce the light to create softer and diffused lighting
Swivel Head	Yes (330°) vs Yes (360°)	Easily bounce the light from the sides
TTL Operation	Yes vs Yes	Through the Lens Auto Exposure
Second Curtain Sync	Yes vs Yes	Useful for capturing motion blur
Slow Sync Mode	Yes vs Yes	Balance the flash light with the ambient light

Common Weaknesses of RPS Lighting D728AF TTL Dedicated Flash for Nikon Cameras and Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight

TTL Operation	No vs No	No Through the Lens Auto Exposure

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RPS Lighting D728AF N vs Nikon SB-700 AF Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

GENERAL
Brand	RPS	Nikon
Manufacturer Product Code	RS-D728AF/N	4808
Type	On Camera	On Camera
Mount Type	Shoe	Shoe
TECHNICAL SPECS
Guide Number	92' / 28m at ISO 100	92' / 28m at ISO 100
Guide Number Measured at	-	35mm
Focal Coverage	28-85mm (FF equiv.)	24-120mm (FF equiv.)
Flash Duration	1/700 to sec	1/1042 to 1/40000sec
Flash Duration	Approx. 0.5 to 7sec	Approx. 2.5 to 3.5sec
Power Range	No	1/1 to 1/128
Flash Compensation	No	-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
TTL Operation	Yes	Yes
Wireless Operation	No	Optical Pulse (TTL/Manual) Up to 32.81' / 10 m (Commander, Slave)
Wireless Channels/Groups	-	4 / 2
FEATURES
Auto-Zoom Head	No	Yes
Bounce Head	0 to +90°	-7 to +90°
Swivel Head	Yes (330°)	Yes (360°)
Off-Camera Terminal	No	Proprietary
Mobile App Compatibility	No	No
Secondary Illumination	No	No
Exposure Controls	Nikon i-TTL	Manual, Nikon i-TTL
Flash Modes	Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync	Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync
High-Speed Sync / HSS	No	Yes
Second Curtain Sync	Yes	Yes
Slow Sync Mode	Yes	Yes
Stroboscopic Mode	No	No
BATTERY and PHYSICAL SPECS
Internal Power	4x AA (Alkaline, Lithium, NiCad, NiMH)	4x AA (Alkaline, Lithium, NiMH)
External Power-Pack	No	No
Weight	221g / 0.49 lb	360g / 0.79 lb
Dimensions	6.6 x 1.9 x 3" / 168 x 48 x 76 mm	2.8 x 5 x 4.1" / 71 x 126 x 104.5 mm