hey, no port onthe D80 for non- nikon flash units? Do you really have to buy the speedlight from Nikon? How do you trigger strobes without port?

infrared maybe?
Try one of the Nikon forums, there are plenty

hey, no port onthe D80 for non- nikon flash units? Do you really have to buy the speedlight from Nikon? How do you trigger strobes without port?

Hi Craig,

I think that you can use your built-in flash as a trigger to these slave unit for your strobes.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Electronics-photography/Camera-accessories/Flashes-lighting/auction-98588969.htm?p=1

Regards
Leigh

Disclaim: I don't sell these devices.