Coolpix 5700 - external flash (big question I am sure)

I would also like to know if the Nikon 5700 has TTL for the flash so the
closer you are the flash cuts back, and for a longer shot does it put out
full power as needed.

 

In doing my research on this group and through Nikon Support, Vivitar
Support etc... I find that..

(a) The Nikon SB-50DX will attach to the hotshoe of the 5700 with a
$70(or so) cable for off camera use. (I like that)

but

(b) The 50DX is relatively expensive and I will be paying for a lot of
features the camera does not allow me to use. And the flash does not
run off readily available batteries (like AA) or have an AC option.

(c) Vivitar makes a DF200 at a more reasonable price but uses a slave
function requiring the camera's internal speedlight to trigger it.

Is there a flash unit out there that will attach to the Nikon hotshoe
directly? I know there are some issues with power etc. so an exact
compatibility is important.

Any help or advice would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

Look for an older used SB28 or 26 flash if you do not plan to upgrade
to something requiring d-ttl or i-ttl. They work great, run off of
AA's and out out lots of light.

Scott Peterson

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one where you're at work in your
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the one where you're naked and in
the supermarket.

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Sorry, not a reply to your question; however, where did you locate
that cable? I am looking for one.

Thanks, Dave

 

....

The SC-17 cable is the one I was looking at - about $60USD should be
available at any Nikon retailer. http://tinyurl.com/3c9y4

 

Here's even better information... http://tinyurl.com/2yo7r

 

Holy Shit , when did a flash cost more than the camera.
Damn I will look elsewhere.

 

Thanks for the information,
Dave