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Nikon SB-910

What’s good Full range of pro-grade features, build quality.

What’s bad Lacks a secondary fill-flash tube, quite expensive.

Our verdict It’s the best and most sophisticated of Nikon’s range of flashguns.

Nikon SB-700

What’s good Seamless integration with Nikon cameras, intuitive and powerful.

What’s bad No ‘repeat’ flash mode, standard TTL mode only available via spot metering.

Our verdict A compact yet powerful flashgun that comes complete with a diffusion dome and colour filters.

Gloxy GX-F990 N TTL

What’s good Smart range of advanced flash modes including programmable repeat.

What’s bad No wireless master/slave functions, just a basic optical slave.

Our verdict Good performance and a wide range of features at a rock-bottom price.