Top 10 Best Flash Triggers for Nikon DSLRs
for June 2023

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If you're a Nikon DSLR user, then you know the importance of having the right flash triggers to enhance your photography. As you may already know, a flash trigger is a device that allows you to wirelessly control and trigger your camera flashes from a distance. With the right trigger, you can take your photography to the next level by adding depth, dimension, and creativity to your images.

In today's market, there are many flash triggers for Nikon DSLRs available, each with its unique features and benefits. Whether you're a professional photographer or an amateur enthusiast, it's crucial to have a reliable and efficient flash trigger that matches your photography style and goals.

One of the best flash trigger brands in the market is Godox, famous for its high-quality and multi-functional flash triggers. The Godox X2T-N Wireless Flash Trigger is an excellent choice for Nikon DSLR users, capable of supporting multiple flash units and up to five groups. The Godox X1R-N Receiver is also another great product that allows you to wirelessly trigger your flash without being connected physically to your camera.

There are also other brands like Altura Photo, Vello, PocketWizard, and Phottix, all of which offer great flash triggers with different features and functionalities.

In this blog post, we've compiled a list of the top ten best flash triggers for Nikon DSLRs that will cater to all your photography needs, whether you're a seasoned professional or a beginner enthusiast. From budget-friendly options to high-end triggers, we've got you covered. We'll take a closer look at each of these products, discussing their unique features, pros, and cons.

So if you're looking to take your photography to a whole new level, then read on and learn more about the top ten best flash triggers for Nikon DSLRs.

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Altura Photo AP-305N Camera Flash Light with Manual Trigger for Nikon D3500 D3400 D3300 D5600 D5500 D5300 D850 D780 D750 D7500 D7200 Z6 Z7 Z50-2.4GHz I-TTL Speedlight for Mirrorless and DSLR Camera

Altura Photo AP-305N Camera Flash Light with Manual Trigger for Nikon D3500 D3400 D3300 D5600 D5500 D850 D5300 D780 D750 D7500 D7200 Z6 Z7 Z50-2.4GHz I-TTL Speedlight for Mirrorless and DSLR Camera

by Altura Photo
What We like

WIDE RANGE FLASH COVERAGE: The AP-305N Speedlite has a guide number of 36m/118 ft. at ISO 100 to help achieve the lighting you desire. Great for DSLR, Mirrorless and Off Camera Photography. Compatible with all Nikon cameras, including; D3500, D3400, D3300, D3200, D3100, D3000, D7500, D7200, D7100, D7000, D5600, D5500, D5200, D5300, D5100, D5000, D850, D810, D780, D750, D610, D500, Z7, Z6, Z50, P1000, P900.

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Product Features

  • WIRELESS MANUAL TRIGGER: The RT-305 manual wireless Trigger has 16 channels for communication. NOTE: When using the RT-305 manual wireless trigger with the AP-305 Flash, HSS and TTL are not supported and flash sync speed will work up to 1/250s. HSS and TTL are only available when using one or more of the AP-305 Flash.
  • COMPACT, LIGHTWEIGHT WITH PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE: Same professional power in a 30% lighter package. Includes One Altura photo AP-305N Speedlite Flash for Nikon + One RT-305 Manual Wireless Trigger + Mini Stand + Protective Pouch.
  • FLEXIBLE MODES: TTL, Manual (M), and Multi (Stroboscopic) modes offer the versatility to achieve a correct ash exposure even in complex light-changing environments.
  • ADVANCED WIRELESS FUNCTIONS: Incorporated 2.4GHz makes it easy to shoot with advanced wireless multiple ash lighting, in the same way as TTL auto-ash shooting when using several flash units. Multi-angle and multi-directional photography setups are simple since flash units dont need visual proximity to one another. The RT-305 manual Flash trigger enables wireless transmission with a manual set up, it does not support TTL mode.
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Godox TT600 Speedlight w/Battery Kit 2.4G Wireless Shoe Mount Flash w/Built-in Trigger System HSS On/Off Camera Speedlite for Canon Nikon Pentax Olympus Fujifilm Panasonic DSLR Cameras [NOT TTL]

Godox TT600 Speedlight w/Battery Kit 2.4G Wireless Shoe Mount Flash w/Built-in Trigger System HSS Camera On/Off Speedlite for Canon Nikon Pentax Olympus Fujifilm Panasonic DSLR Cameras [NOT TTL]

by Godox
What We like

GN60 (m ISO 100)

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Product Features

  • Ni-MH batteries (recommend) or 4*LR6 alkaline batteries
  • Godox TT600 2.4G Wireless Camera Flash:
  • When used with Godox X1 TTL wireless flash trigger, it can realize remote control, high speed sync and more functions, make your shooting simpler and easier, giving you more outstanding light effect.
  • Guide No.(1/1 output @200mm):
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GODOX XPro-N Flash Trigger with Professional Functions Support i-TTL Autoflash Compatible for Nikon DSLR Camera

GODOX XPro-N Flash Trigger with Professional Functions i-TTL Support Autoflash Compatible for Nikon DSLR Camera

by Godox
What We like

This flash Trigger can be used on the following Nikon series camera models: D5 D4 D60 D70S D90 D100 D200 0300S D300 D500 D610 D7C0 D750D800 D810 D3100 D3200 D3300 D5000 D5100D5200 D5300 D7000 D7100

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Product Features

  • TCM transform function, magnification function, one-shoot & multi- shoot setting, group modeling lamp control, group zooming, adjusting all groups1 output value simultaneously, etc.
  • Fully Support TTL Autoflash, 1/8000s High-Speed Sync, Multi Flash, Manual Flash, Flash Exposure Compensation, TCM Transform Function, Magnfication Function, One-Shoot & Multi- Shoot Setting, Group Modeling Lamp Control, Group Zooming, Adjusting All Groups' Output Value Simultaneously, etc
  • 16 groups and 32 channelss to wirelessly control and trigger. Add 01 to 99 wireless ID settings, which can only achieve triggering when the channels and wireless IDs of the master and slave unit are set to the same, avoiding signal interference effectively.
  • Extra-Large LCD panel, 5 group bottons and 4 function button offer convenient manipulation. Support Type-C USB firmware upgrade and wireless triggering by 2.5mm sync cord jack.
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Neewer TT560 Flash Speedlite with CT-16 Wireless Trigger and Hard Diffuser Kit for Canon Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax and Other DSLR Cameras

Neewer TT560 Flash Speedlite with CT-16 Wireless Trigger and Hard Diffuser for Kit Canon Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax and Other DSLR Cameras

by Neewer
What We like

CT-16 WIRELESS TRIGGER: Works with the receiver, the transmitter can trigger most sorts of camera studio flashes; With umbrella input, the trigger can connect soft umbrella (flash and soft umbrella not included)

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Product Features

  • ROTATION ANGLE: Vertical Rotation Angle: 0-90 degrees, Horizontal Rotation Angle: 0-270 degrees; The flash unit has 8 steps of power output control which indicated by 8 pieces of LED
  • TT560 FLASH: Compatible with Canon Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax and Other DSLR Cameras; Switch to the ON, the flash will start charging (the charging indicator is dim); Red charging indicator lamp flickers in every 1s, which indicates low battery
  • LIGHT HARD DIFFUSER: Softens the harsh flash light and diminish the shadow on your object, makes the flash light more balanced and even; Perfect for Wedding photos, portrait, outdoor events, fashion display, product display etc
  • KIT INCLUDES: (1)TT560 Flash, (1)Hard Diffuser; Note: Don't support TTL and the camera menu setting Function
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Neewer 16 Channels Wireless Radio Flash Speedlite Studio Trigger Set, Including (1) Transmitter and (4) Receivers, Fit for Canon Nikon Pentax Olympus Panasonic DSLR Cameras (CT-16)

Neewer 16 Channels Wireless Radio Speedlite Flash Studio Trigger Set

by Neewer
What We like

Please Note: Camera, flash, soft umbrella, hot shoe base mount, AAA batteries for receiver are not included

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Product Features

  • Fit for Most Flashes: Work with the receiver, the transmitter can trigger most sorts of camera studio flashes; The transmitter is attached on the hot shoe of the camera while the receiver is plugged into the studio flash. Each receiver works with one studio flash
  • CT-16 Wireless Receiver: 16 channels, transmitting distance up to 98 feet/30 meters, no limits with directions or angles
  • Flash Trigger Transmitter: 433MHz transmit frequency secures fast response and stable transmissionFlash Trigger Transmitter: 433MHz transmit frequency secures fast response and stable transmission
  • Kit Includes: (1)CT-16 Wireless Transmitter, (4)CT-16 Wireless Receiver, (4)Sync Cable, (4)Convert Adapter, (1)Instruction manual
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GODOX X1R-N TTL 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger Receiver for Nikon DSLR Camera for X1N Trigger

GODOX X1R-N TTL 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger for Receiver Nikon DSLR Camera for X1N Trigger

by GODOX
What We like

It can be used with one trigger or X1N kit to trigger camera, studio flash and camera flash. X1R-N is compatible with market-available cameras which support i-TTL..

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Product Features

  • 2.4G wireless transmission, 32 channels, the max. flash synchronization speed is up to 1/8000s*..
  • Godox first TTL wireless flash trigger receiver X1R-N is suitable for Nikon DSLR cameras..
  • The receiver equips with big LCD panel to offer convenient operation..
  • Featuring multi-channel triggering, stable signal transmission, and sensitive reaction..
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Godox X1R-N 2.4G Wireless Receiver Flash Trigger Single Receiver for Nikon DSLR Camera (X1R-N Receiver)

Godox X1R-N 2.4G Wireless Receiver Flash Trigger Receiver Single for Nikon DSLR Camera (X1R-N Receiver)

by Godox
What We like

The receiver equips with big LCD panel to offer convenient operation

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Product Features

  • Use with X1T-N transmitter (sold separately) to trigger camera flash which support Nikon i-TTL autoflash (Note: Please set your flash to TTL mode)
  • Provides up to 100 meters further transmission distance and creative triggering methods
  • 2.4G wireless transmission, 32 channels, support up to 1/8000s HSS function
  • Featuring multi-channel triggering, stable signal transmission, and sensitive reaction
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Powerextra LCD Display Flash Speedlite, 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger Transmitter Kit for CA Nikon Pentax Panasonic Olympus and Sony DSLR Camera, Digital Cameras with Standard Hot Shoe

Powerextra LCD Display Flash Speedlite

by Powerextra
What We like

What You Get: 1 x Speedlite Flash built-in flip down wide angle flash diffuser and reflection panel, 1 x Mini Stand, 1 x 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger, 1 x User Manual

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Product Features

  • 2.4G Wireless Trigger Transmitter: 15-channel transmitter and receiver unit with operating range of 50m (164ft). Goes into RX Slave Flash Mode, it supports WT-U trigger, equipped with 15 channels. Only need to set the flash and trigger WT-U at the same channel when using. That trigger system can set multi flashes lighting application
  • Rotation Angle and More Function: Vertical rotation angle: -7~90 degrees, horizontal rotation angle: 0~270 degrees, fixed zoom, provide you with a rich flash perspective. Additional Function: Power saving mode, synchronization, external charging, over temperature protection and systematic over temperature protection fuction
  • MuIti Flash Mode: The flash will fire at the your setting of output power. The range of output power is 1/128-1/64/-1/32/-1/16-1/8-1/4-1/2-1/1. You can test the flash under any mode. When testing, the flash will flash with corresponding brightness according to the selected output power level
  • Wide Compatibility: Great camera flash with High Guide No.33 (ISO 100, 35mm), supports manual/S1/S2/Multi flash mode. Compatible with most CA Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax and Other DSLR cameras with standard hot shoe and Sony Camera with New Mi Hot Shoe like Sony A7 A7S/A7SII A7R/A7RII A7II A6000 A6300 A6500 (NOT compatible with Ca 1500d/2000d/4000d)
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Powerextra Flash Speedlite, 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger Transmitter Kit for CA Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax and Sony DSLR Camera, Digital Cameras with Standard Hot Shoe

Powerextra Flash Speedlite

by Powerextra
What We like

What You Get: 1 x Speedlite Flash built-in flip down wide angle flash diffuser and reflection panel, 1 x Mini Stand, 1 x 2.4G Wireless Flash Trigger, 1 x User Manual

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Product Features

  • Wide Compatibility: Great flash with High Guide No.33 (ISO 100, 35mm), supports manual/S1/S2 flash mode. Compatible with most Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax and Other DSLR cameras with standard hot shoe and Sony Camera with New Mi Hot Shoe like Sony A7 A7S/A7SII A7R/A7RII A7II A6000 A6300 A6500 (NOT Compatible with 1500d/2000d/4000d).
  • Rotation Angle and More Function: Vertical rotation angle: -7~90 degrees, horizontal rotation angle: 0~270 degrees, fixed zoom, provide you with a rich flash perspective. Additional Function: Power saving mode, synchronization, external charging, over temperature protection and systematic over temperature protection fuction.
  • Power Control: This flash has 8 levels of output control which indicated by 8 pcs LED lamp for different level to control the exposure manually. Press "+" to raise and lower power: 1/128,1/64,1/32,1/16,1/8,1/4,1/2,1/1.
  • 2.4G Wireless System: Flash with built in 2.4G wireless. Transmitter unit supports 15-channel, with operating range of 50m (164 ft). Goes into the flash 2.4G mode, when the indicator of channel LED light on, adjust to choose the channel. NOTE: the flash will be triggered only when the flash and trigger are in the same channel.
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Neewer 16 Channels Wireless Radio Flash Speedlite Studio Trigger Set, Including (1) Transmitter and (3) Receivers, Fit for Canon Nikon Pentax Olympus Panasonic DSLR Cameras (CT-16)

Neewer 16 Channels Wireless Radio Speedlite Flash Studio Trigger Set

by Neewer
What We like

Please Note: Camera, flash, soft umbrella, hot shoe base mount, AAA batteries for receiver are not included. Not compatible with NEEWER FC-16 receiver and transmitter

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Product Features

  • Fit for Most Flashes: Work with the receiver, the transmitter can trigger most sorts of camera studio flashes; The transmitter is attached on the hot shoe of the camera while the receiver is plugged into the studio flash. Each receiver works with one studio flash
  • Kit Includes: (1)CT-16 Wireless Transmitter, (3)CT-16 Wireless Receiver, (3)Sync Cable, (3)Convert Adapter, (1)Instruction manual
  • CT-16 Wireless Receiver: 16 channels, transmitting distance up to 98 feet/30 meters, no limits with directions or angles
  • Flash Trigger Transmitter: 433MHz transmit frequency secures fast response and stable transmission

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