PaulBrit Loc: Merlin, Southern Oregon

I hope this isn't covering old ground but a general search for advice didn't bring up any recent recommendations.

My Nikon D750 is on order from B&H and due to be in stock on the 21st. and delivered to me (Oregon) not too long after that.

I see that in recent years there has been an amazing growth in the range and technology of electronic flash units and a commensurate range of prices.

All of which is code for me not having a clue.

And because I haven't been exposed to just how the Nikon is going to open up my photography world I'm not sure I can properly define how and when I would use flash.

So I await your thoughts with great interest!

PB.

WayneT Loc: Paris, TN

I have 2 Yongnuo YN568EX units and have had very good results with them. Their newer model is the YN685 and has a radio receiver built in. Sold by both Amazon and B+H.

jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ

Just purchase one of Nikon's speedlights. Go with the one you can afford. While you are at it, buy a frame for it so that you get if off the hot shoe. Flashes rarely work very well when sitting on the hot shoe.

pappleg

Paul, I too am a new user of this forum and I am finding that most folks do not read what people are really asking. You do not give your level of experience but you do say you are not familiar with flash and/or how you would use it. If that is truly the case then DON'T use it. At least not now. Give some time with your new camera to see if you really need it-most people don't and of those who do buy one I'd venture to say that at least 90% buy the wrong one. Flash is most commonly used for weddings and social events and I did weddings for 35 years. Power is the name of the game and Nikon discontinued the best flash they ever made, the SB 800 years ago. If you are doing general photography the most common need you will have is "fill flash" where you pose folks against a bright background and their faces are too dark. Usually the pop-up flash on your camera will handle that quite well. If you have a more specific need re-phrase your question.

Jim Bob

I have an SB 700 that I love.

tcthome Loc: NJ

Depends on what you can afford. The Nikon SB700 comes with a stand(plate , foot) to stand alone off camera , a diffuser some jells in a case for around the mid $300 range. If that's too much the Yongnuo flashes have some good reviews with the Nikon cameras for less. Also there are video reviews of both brands on You Tube along with plenty of flash photography vids.

Have fun!

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

If you are a brand loyalist, go for the Nikon SB-700. If you want a good aftermarket flash unit, go for the Yongnuo #685. It cost less than $125. Buy two and have one for a backup.

rayr

I have been using a Yongnuo flash on my D750 for 3 or 4 years and have been very happy with it. I recommend them to folks in my camera class and several of them have bought them and are happy with them.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Making a decision involves deciding about need and cost.

http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/flashes-compared.htm
https://photographylife.com/nikon-flash-comparison

CO

It depends on how much you want to be able to do with the flash. The Nikon SB-500 is an excellent basic flash and has LED lights to assist when shooting video. I have no idea if that feature is useful. When you go to the SB-700, SB-910, and SB-5000 you get more power, far more features, and a flash head that zooms. The zoom head zooms as you change the focal length of your lens. You can also manually override that. I have an SB-700. It's excellent.

I would recommend getting Bryan Peterson's "Understanding Flash Photography" It covers a lot of different flash techniques. He describes a method for dealing with situations where your main subject is close to the camera. He puts both the camera and flash in manual mode and exposes for the main subject and background separately.

Al Beatty Loc: Boise, Idaho

I use Nikon and Yongnuo flashes and I'm pleased with them. I recently got a Nissin Di866 and like it a lot. Take care &...

aflundi Loc: Albuquerque, NM

I'm surprised no one mentioned Godox brand flashes (unless I missed it). I've used other brands, and they all work well, but I've given away all the non-Godox speedlights.

Here's why: Godox has a very large product range from tiny speedlights up to 1200Ws studio strobes, and they can all be used together with the Godox remotes. This means you can start with a quite inexpensive (<$100) AA-powered speedlight, and/or a little more expensive (<$200) Li-Ion-powered speedlight and add to it as time goes on and needs evolve. By the time you've decided to buy a big studio strobe or two for a main and/or fill light, you can still use your speedlight(s) as kickers or background lights -- all using the same remote system.

Besides all that, I've always enjoyed using Godox flashes because I think they have an easier to use and remember interface than most of the other brands.

I've bought a number of Godox flashes that retain the Godox brand, but I think the best bet is to purchase the re-branded Flashpoint brand from Adorama. If you are interested, look for the R2 Flashpoint flashes since the Flashpoint pseudo-brand includes non-Godox flashes as well.

truckster Loc: Tampa Bay Area

As a hobbyist, I went almost two years before I bought a flash unit. Basically I use my flash for fill, mostly.

Jon's Dad

I hope your new camera isn't affected.

https://petapixel.com/2017/07/14/nikon-recalls-d750-third-time-shutter-issue/

RKL349 Loc: Connecticut

I have a Nikon SB700 that works very well with my D610 and D7200.