dcampbell52 Loc: Clearwater Fl

I use my SB-910 and my SB-800 on light stands using commander all of the time. Commander allows you to set the light output of each of 4 channels. Each channel can have an unlimited number of strobes as long as all are compatible with Nikon's Commander mode. I have my SB-910 using flash A and the SB-800 using B. The built-in flash controls both. I can set the ev on any if the groups from -3.0 to +3.0 to control the amount of light from each strobe. You will see that you also have multiple channels to keep your strobes and camera from triggering everyone else's at an event. (We had an off camera flash class in the local camera club that became a fiasco because the "instructor" and many of the students didn't know to use separate channels. In addition, some were using pocket wizards and were all on the same channel so they were constantly triggering each other's flashes. 3 of us were using Nikon's commander mode and we were each on separate channels so we didn't affect anyone.) The point is that you already have all of the flash control hardware you need. Pocket Wizards are nice if you camera and flash don't already have a solution that you've already paid for.
Here is a link to an article that includes Nikon and other brands.
https://www.borrowlenses.com/blog/multiple-flash-firing-with-nikons-advanced-wireless-lighting-system-using-pop-up-flash/

coach17 Loc: Sun City Center, FL

Thanks so much for the reply. I now have a few options to work with

SusanFromVermont Loc: Southwest corner of Vermont

Read your camera's manual to learn more about Commander Mode. It should also tell you about whether the camera's flash needs to be up.

I use an SB-200 flash for macro work, put up the camera's flash, and cover it with a little hot-shoe fitting gadget that covers it (Nikon makes them). One of these days I will probably get a stronger flash, but thus far have no need for it.

I have a friend who has some flashes not made by Nikon (perhaps even Yongnuo!) and his camera functions well with them. But you should make sure they are compatible!

Oknoder Loc: Western North Dakota

Using your camera in wireless Commander mode has its pros, I can only think of one con, I'm sure there are one or two more though. I have had an issue when trying to hide a flash, using a 50' hot shoe extension cord worked wonders I also have the Nikon RC macro setup which comes with the hot shoe flash cover, I have never seen a reason for its use, as the command flash is sent before the shutter even opens. Maybe for portraiture, which I have virtually no experience in, it may cause your subject to instinctively blink at an inopportune time.

Matthew

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

In some cases, with macro, not using the IR panel, will startle the critter you are attempting to photograph. I now use the commander when adjusting flash ratios. I prefer this over scrolling through the camera menu.

coach17 Loc: Sun City Center, FL

I will check this out. Thanks