Knowing the creative possibilities of the flash and all those situations in which a flash becomes necessary or convenient, we bring you 5 of the best flash for Nikon, so that your search is much easier. And it is not a list with the top 5, but with 5 of the top according to range / budget. Although it sounds like a word game;). Because as we repeat until the satiety with the cameras, and we will continue doing it, the best flash does not exist, but the one that best adapts to the needs of each one. Why do you want a flash that is worth more than your camera if you are going to use it very sporadically and do not need too much power? Why do you want the strobe function if you are never going to use it? To give some examples. If you are looking for flash, evaluate your needs first, before deciding on one. At the end of the article I leave you with a link to guide you when buying your next flash. Now, I leave you with those 5 promised flash.
1. TO START OR AS A COMPLEMENT: YONGNUO YN560-IV
This Yongnuo flash is perfect to get started, as a fill flash or as a complement. It is very economical and also works as a master flash unlike its previous Yongnuo YN560-III. Actually, if you are not interested in working as a teacher, it is the only difference between the two and the previous version is even cheaper ( € 59.95 ). An advantage that it has, in addition to the price, is that it is compatible with any standard flash shoe. So if you have or plan to use it in cameras of different brands, it is a great option.MAIN FEATURES
- Guide number: 58 ISO 100
- 24 to 105 mm zoom
- Manual flash with Master mode that allows you to control other flash units such as Yongnuo 560 III flash
- 270º and tiltable rotary head - 7º to 90º
- Removable diffuser
- Transmits information to other Yongnuo 560 IV flashes and YN 560 III flash
- Flash: 1/200 to 1 / 20,000 second
- Ready shot indicator
- Compatible with triggers YN 560TX, RF 602, RF 603 II and RF 605
- The flash parameters are saved when the unit is turned off or the batteries are replaced.
- Customizable functions (Fn) by the user and saved automatically
- Manual, Strobe (Multi) and «-« Mode
- Load less than 3 seconds
- Requires 4x AA batteries (not included) alkaline or rechargeable Ni-Mh type
- Dimensions: 6.0 x 19.2 x 7.8 cm
Yongnuo YN560-IV - Flash with universal shoe (5600 ° K, IGBT, ISO 100), black color * - Electronics
Price: € 73.95
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2. ADVANCED USERS - PROFESSIONAL BEGINNINGS: METZ 52 AF-1
With touch screen, intuitive use and enough power, it is a very complete and versatile flash. And German technology which leads us to rely calmly on its good performance. Disadvantages:- It has no connection for external power
- Many users also comment that the batteries run out very fast, a fact to keep in mind to get quality batteries and always have spare parts at hand
- Recycling is somewhat slow, for a more optimal recycling you have to resort to a higher range. In the end, as I said in the introduction, everything will depend on your needs
MAIN FEATURES
- Modes: generic TTL flash, i-TTL own Nikon devices, i-TTL-BL (Nikon exclusive, if your device is compatible)
- Guide number GN 52 to ISO 100 head in 105mm
- 22 power setting values
- Adjustable head 90 degrees vertically and 300 degrees horizontal d (180 degrees left and 120 degrees right)
- Backlit touch screen with access to all flash functions except off and on, screen lock and flash test button.
- Automatic or manual motorized zoom with coverage of 24 to 105 millimeters and up to 12 millimeters with the diffuser removed
- Standard zoom mode, extended zoom mode and spot zoom mode
- Modeling light with continuous flashes to evaluate the lights and shadows
- Automatic disconnection for energy saving.
- Wide angle diffuser incorporated in the head and white bounce card.
- Help autofocus.
- Metallic shoe with flash lock thread built in plastic
- Automatic fill flashes.
- USB port for firmware updates .
- Synchronize the flash exposure to the first and second curtains.
- Two speed modes of flash exposure synchronization. The common, up to 1 / 200s 1 / 250s depending on the bodies and accessories used and the HSS mode capable of synchronizing flash exposure at high shutter speeds.
- You can fire the camera shoe in manual or TTL mode while covering the master flash function
- It can be synchronized as a wireless slave whenever you use a flash with the master function and / or a high-performance trigger that allows you to control slave flash settings
- It incorporates a 3D multi-sensor fill-in flash function
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 8 x 5.5 cm
- Weight: 798 g
Metz Mecablitz 52 AF-1 Digital - Flash for Nikon (Spot-Zoom Mode, 90 ° Rotation), Color Black * - Camera
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3. BEST VALUE FOR MONEY: GODOX V860II
With a lithium battery and a great value, you have this model, the Godox V860II. Its fast recycling speed (1,5s) and its autonomy make it suitable for professional use. The only downside is that in burst it does not yield as one of the same Nikon brand can perform. It has a fairly robust construction even if it does not reach the level of Nikon. Let's see its characteristics.MAIN FEATURES
- Guide Number: 60
- Automatic and manual zoom from 20 to 200mm
- Vertical (90 °) and horizontal (360 °) rotary head
- Modes: manual, TTL and multi
- Teacher: yes
- Slave: yes
- Recycling time: 1.5 seconds, with lithium battery
- High speed synchronization: yes
- Integra removable diffuser and reflector card
- 2000 mAh battery, autonomy of up to 650 flashes (according to manufacturer)
- Dimensions: 6.4 x 19.0 x 7.6 cm
- Weight: 430 g
Godox V860II-N 2.4G Wireless TTL Li-on Battery Camera Speedlite Flash + X1T-N Transmitter for Nikon D500 D7200 D5500 D5300 D300 D300S D3200 D3300 D3400 D200 D70S D810 D610 D90 D750 (V860II-N) * - Electronics
Price: € 233.00
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4. FOR THE PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER: NIKON SB-5000
We talked about another league, we went from the flashes of advanced users or those who make their first professional steps to the flashes designed for the professional who earns bread with photographic work. For those who need a flash that does not fail them, that has a fast recycling, a lot of power and all the functions you need to meet the demands of your customers. Also important that it is compatible with Full Frame cameras , as in this case. We talk about the SB-5000 of the same Nikon brand, something that is already an advantage. Let's see some of its characteristics.MAIN FEATURES
- Guide number: 55 for an ISO 100 to 200 mm
- Zoom range from 24 to 200 mm
- 14 mm diffuser panel
- Modes: i-TTL (with compensation of -3.0 to +3.0), automatic diaphragm, automatic without TTL, manual (from 1/1 to 1/256, with steps of 1/3), manual with priority to distance and repetition
- Shooting Functions: Auto FP High Speed ??Sync, Flash Value Lock, Slow Synchronization, Red Eye Reduction, Rear Curtain Sync, Exposure Compensation
- Folding vertically, with a rotation of 7 to 90 degrees, and horizontally, covering 360 degrees.
- Radio control, approximate range of 30 meters
- Master and remote unit (optical and radio frequency)
- Internal cooling system, depending on the brand, you can shoot up to 100 shots at full power without overheating
- Recycling interval of 2.6 seconds with alkaline batteries, and 1.8 seconds with rechargeable Ni-MH
- Other functions: test shots, Control presets, AF assist light for multi-point AF, Modeling light
- Includes: Flash support AS-22, Nikon SW-15H diffusion dome, SZ-4FL fluorescent filter, SZ-4TN incandescent filter, SS-5000 soft case, Accessory bag
- Dimensions: 7.3 × 13.7 × 10.3 cm
- Weight: 420 g approx
Nikon SB-5000 - Flash Compatible with DSLR DX and FX * cameras - Camera
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5. FOR AQUATIC AND DIVERS: UNDERWATER FLASH SB-N10
And since each photographer has different needs, I also present this flash to you, if yours is the underwater world, to be able to immerse yourself with it. A flash to illuminate colors and details in the underwater environment , even in murky waters.- Guide number: 28 m (ISO 100 in the air) / 20 m with the underwater flash diffuser
- TTL flash control
- Water resistant to 100 m deep
Nikon SB-N10 White - Flash (White, 28 m, WP-N1 WP-N2 WP-N3 Nikon 1 AW1, Auto, Manual, i-TTL (Nikon), 87 mm) * - Electronics
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