Shopping for a new flash. Advise and Consent

[oldhippy]

So far this will be my choice. Open for suggestions.

Amazon.com Altura Photo Flash Kit for NIKON DSLR D7100 D7000 D5300 D5200 D5100 D5000 D3300 D3200 D3100 - Includes Altura Photo I-TTL Auto-Focus Dedicated Speedlite Flash Wireless Camera Flash Trigger and Camera Remote Control Function Cable-M Cord for Remote Control Protective Pouch Hard Flash Diffuser MagicFiber Microfiber Camera Photo

 

[tirediron]

It looks like a rebadged Yongnuo, and the reviews are certainly positive; for that price for a TTL speedlight, trigger, etc it's hard to go wrong. I think the GN of 223 might be a bit optimistic, but regardless, it's got some juice.

 

[Microbois]

Did you read the 1 star reviews on Amazon? Ok, there's not a lot compared to the 5 stars reviews, but I'm always leery of cheap stuff like this. For an item that is not disposable, has some serious electronic inside, and with the potential of damaging my camera, I would stay away from it. Sure, buying the real thing will cost you 3 times more, but at least you know it will work in 5 years from now.

 

[nerwin]

I'd recommend the SB-700, I had it and it was a fantastic flash, never let me down. Going to buy one again soon. Then I'll get some Yongnuo as slaves.

 

[pixmedic]

the yongnuo 568EX flashes are down to $105 new on ebay from a US shipper.
i have had 4 of them for almost two years now and they have been great.
YN568EX flash review Photography Forum

I also picked up a Neewer 750II speedlight a few months ago for $60 brand new, and it has been performing quite well for OCF and on camera TTL flash.
Neewer 750II Speedlight Review Photography Forum

if budget permits, you can always look at used SB600 or SB700's.