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Квазар-2RXBL
26.10.2016
10/10
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Великолепно
отличная модель
Получаю снимки с нужным мне количеством света, но при этом максимально естественные.
Супернова-5FMOZ
10.11.2015
10/10
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- + Компактная (небольшая и легкая)
довольно мощная - - невозможность изменения угла
ОТличная вспышка для компактных камер сони (у меня работала на а7).
Беспроводное управление внешними вспышками, довольно мощная для съемок групп людей в темном кафе (прямо не ожидал...
Беспроводное управление внешними вспышками, довольно мощная для съемок групп людей в темном кафе (прямо не ожидал...
НаноРейдер-1BUKX
24.12.2020
8/10
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Хорошо
Хорошая модель
- + 1) Самое главное это размер и невесомость. Влазит в пачку сигарет. Не займёт места в фотосумке. Компактнее вспышек НЕТ.
2) Питание на 2х аккумуляторах типа ААА (мизинчик). Забыл зарядить аккумы, или они сели на морозе - батарейки в любом ларьке или из любого пульта вынул и вуаля! Проблема решена.
3) Заточена под 30мм объектив (узкий поток), что бы как-то нивелировать сниженную по сравнению с другими пыхами мощность. Для 16мм надо нажать рычажок и вылезет хитрый такой рассеиватель. Поэтому вдаль бьёт как вспышка с ведущим числом 40. Умно.
4) Умеет складываться, прижимаясь к объективу. Так же она и выключается. См. фотки. - - 1) Самое страшное это отсутствие высокоскоростной синхронизации (ВСС, HSS). Камера не сможет со вспышкой работать на выдержке короче 1/160. Днём подсветить тени ею не получится. А нд фильтра у меня нет :-( Поэтому днём она скорее всего будет бесполезна.
2) Умеет...
Гелиос-9WXJG
19.01.2016
6/10
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Quite a basic package with this flashgun you get a small bag and hot shoe cover to protect the multi interface shoe (which will very likely get lost) Instructions are typical Sony ie fairly easy to follow and in every language possible.
The flash is a re-badge of the previous HVL-F20AM this one has the newer multi interface shoe rather then the inverted hot shoe they are the same flash bar this. This will work with all the recent E mount bodies, A mount too as well as a variety of Sony compacts if it's got the new shoe it will work with those cameras. Users who have the older Minolta shoe (both NEX and A mount) can use the flash fully once you have the flash shoe adapter it works perfectly on those cameras I tried 5 models all worked 100%. The price is also a bit on the heavy side for what you get.
Build is fairly reasonable plastic but up to a level that you'd expect from an OEM maker the hinge isn't overly impressive but it at least has a metal pin in it. So far I've not had any issues with the build but do make sure to lock down the hot shoe firmly. Controls are very basic left side is a switch which mechanically moves the flash head it's marked direct and bounce set to bounce the head points directly up. On the right a spring loaded mechanism this moves the built in diffuser from wide to tele when it's up you get more range and down spreads the light out a bit more.
The design is a bit unusual in some ways when the flash is down it's off and turns on automatically when raised, though this has one advantage as it sits higher up you are far less likely to get "red eye" in photos even with direct flash. A green light shows it's on and this flashes red if power is low and a charge light ready LED it automatically turns off after a minute or if you power the camera off. There are no other controls on the flash this is a basic flash though it does fully support TTL which gives you metered exposures it's a fit and forget flash nothing fancy here. However there is one potentially very useful bonus feature and that is wireless flash control if you have a camera that doesn't have a built in flash (A99 or A7 E mount bodies) then this will act as a wireless master flash. Just pop it on and turn the flash mode to wireless it will trigger other Sony or third party models and you get TTL exposures too.
Weaker points are the lack of swivel it's fixed so vertical shots are not really an option unless you can bounce off a wall it also removes the chance to bounce behind for an even softer light only way around this is to use it off camera via a cable or via a trigger. No high speed sync either not unexpected as the power GN20 isn't really enough for that, no manual mode and flash compensation will have to be set via the camera if you have it. Sony also missed a chance to add an AF assist light into the flash that could have been a nice addition.
Good points are the small size, exposures were mostly on target and consistent with quite good recycle times or just under 4 seconds (faster than many makers) with decent rechargeable cells (this takes 2 x AAA batteries you should get 150-180 shots)
If you're looking for a well featured compact flash honestly I'd go for the Neewer NW320 first it has full manual, remote slave, built in LED lights and a backlit display and takes AA cells and has swivel on the head it's a better flash for many users (bar A mount as it doesn't work properly on those bodies). Sony do need to be a bit more adventurous with flashes like this it just covers the bare minimum third party makers are really upping their game.
On the other hand the master flash ability is a reasonably cost effective way to get wireless flash if you don't have a built in unit and cheaper than buying a bigger more expensive model that has this and the flash is genuinely a "pocket" size and will suit users who have smaller cameras or want a takes no space spare to carry with them. Despite the obvious limitations I like the flash but there is some room for moving forward with the design and functionality, worth a look if the price is right.
The flash is a re-badge of the previous HVL-F20AM this one has the newer multi interface shoe rather then the inverted hot shoe they are the same flash bar this. This will work with all the recent E mount bodies, A mount too as well as a variety of Sony compacts if it's got the new shoe it will work with those cameras. Users who have the older Minolta shoe (both NEX and A mount) can use the flash fully once you have the flash shoe adapter it works perfectly on those cameras I tried 5 models all worked 100%. The price is also a bit on the heavy side for what you get.
Build is fairly reasonable plastic but up to a level that you'd expect from an OEM maker the hinge isn't overly impressive but it at least has a metal pin in it. So far I've not had any issues with the build but do make sure to lock down the hot shoe firmly. Controls are very basic left side is a switch which mechanically moves the flash head it's marked direct and bounce set to bounce the head points directly up. On the right a spring loaded mechanism this moves the built in diffuser from wide to tele when it's up you get more range and down spreads the light out a bit more.
The design is a bit unusual in some ways when the flash is down it's off and turns on automatically when raised, though this has one advantage as it sits higher up you are far less likely to get "red eye" in photos even with direct flash. A green light shows it's on and this flashes red if power is low and a charge light ready LED it automatically turns off after a minute or if you power the camera off. There are no other controls on the flash this is a basic flash though it does fully support TTL which gives you metered exposures it's a fit and forget flash nothing fancy here. However there is one potentially very useful bonus feature and that is wireless flash control if you have a camera that doesn't have a built in flash (A99 or A7 E mount bodies) then this will act as a wireless master flash. Just pop it on and turn the flash mode to wireless it will trigger other Sony or third party models and you get TTL exposures too.
Weaker points are the lack of swivel it's fixed so vertical shots are not really an option unless you can bounce off a wall it also removes the chance to bounce behind for an even softer light only way around this is to use it off camera via a cable or via a trigger. No high speed sync either not unexpected as the power GN20 isn't really enough for that, no manual mode and flash compensation will have to be set via the camera if you have it. Sony also missed a chance to add an AF assist light into the flash that could have been a nice addition.
Good points are the small size, exposures were mostly on target and consistent with quite good recycle times or just under 4 seconds (faster than many makers) with decent rechargeable cells (this takes 2 x AAA batteries you should get 150-180 shots)
If you're looking for a well featured compact flash honestly I'd go for the Neewer NW320 first it has full manual, remote slave, built in LED lights and a backlit display and takes AA cells and has swivel on the head it's a better flash for many users (bar A mount as it doesn't work properly on those bodies). Sony do need to be a bit more adventurous with flashes like this it just covers the bare minimum third party makers are really upping their game.
On the other hand the master flash ability is a reasonably cost effective way to get wireless flash if you don't have a built in unit and cheaper than buying a bigger more expensive model that has this and the flash is genuinely a "pocket" size and will suit users who have smaller cameras or want a takes no space spare to carry with them. Despite the obvious limitations I like the flash but there is some room for moving forward with the design and functionality, worth a look if the price is right.
ХроноГость-8ADSE
27.11.2014
10/10
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This seems to be the go-to "cheap" flash unit for Sony mirrorless APS-C cameras like NEX6 and the newer Alphas (i.e., Alpha 6000). I've not seen any reviews of it being used with RX100M2 which its compatible with, so I went on blind faith that thing will turn out okay.
RX100M2 is a nifty little camera with excellent image quality but it's also been one of my most frustrating cameras to use b/c of the slow shutter speed it chooses for low light settings (wrote a lengthy review of that). I've also always struggled with the poppy-uppy-flashy of RX100M2. Direct flash is too harsh so often, I'd use bounce b/c the in-camera flash unit is spring loaded and can be tilted upwards as with most other Sony mirrorless cameras; however the bounce effect would only light up top half of the photo, so either the angle is wrong or the flash is too weak. I almost got to the point of selling the RX but decided to give it a try with this little guy (HLVF20M) to see how taking low-light, indoor photos might change.
I used it at a wedding recently (as slave camera to the NEX5R outfit ;-) and must say, I got some fantastic photos with this thing out of RX100M2. I used bounce for all photos (the strobe can be pointed upwards), which is invaluable, and the pics came out smooth, evenly lit, and the color rendition was great. It looks rather funny to attach such a big piece of accessory to a little camera like RX100M2 but I really now appreciate the fact that the camera came with a hot shoe mount b/c it allows for things like this. If you think about it, to get TTL flash with a camera like RX100M2 is great. Also, the strobe part sits quite high distance apart from the camera lens, which is what you want anyway so this is good. Sadly, the updated RX100M3 model has dropped the hot shoe mount to make room for in-camera EVF, so as far as the RX100 series go, M2 is now the only model and perhaps the last model where you can attach external accessories. *Tears*
Back to the flash unit. It's small, light, runs on its own batteries so the cycle time are fast and does not cut into the camera's battery, and is strong enough, as long as you're not expecting Speedlite-like strength and range. Again, the ability to bounce is invaluable. For mid-sized rooms, it's perfect. I do wish it had swivel but I'm not aware of any flash unit with swivel in this price range. One minor complaint is that the unit turns on/off by the hinge that's at the bottom of the unit. So in the off position, the flash unit sits parallel to the ground and to turn on, you swivel it upwards as you see in the product pic. I wish there was a separate on off switch, since the off position makes the unit protrude out compared to the depth of the RX100M2 camera. At $150, it's not a bad price at all especially when you think full-sized flash units are $400+.
RX100M2 is a nifty little camera with excellent image quality but it's also been one of my most frustrating cameras to use b/c of the slow shutter speed it chooses for low light settings (wrote a lengthy review of that). I've also always struggled with the poppy-uppy-flashy of RX100M2. Direct flash is too harsh so often, I'd use bounce b/c the in-camera flash unit is spring loaded and can be tilted upwards as with most other Sony mirrorless cameras; however the bounce effect would only light up top half of the photo, so either the angle is wrong or the flash is too weak. I almost got to the point of selling the RX but decided to give it a try with this little guy (HLVF20M) to see how taking low-light, indoor photos might change.
I used it at a wedding recently (as slave camera to the NEX5R outfit ;-) and must say, I got some fantastic photos with this thing out of RX100M2. I used bounce for all photos (the strobe can be pointed upwards), which is invaluable, and the pics came out smooth, evenly lit, and the color rendition was great. It looks rather funny to attach such a big piece of accessory to a little camera like RX100M2 but I really now appreciate the fact that the camera came with a hot shoe mount b/c it allows for things like this. If you think about it, to get TTL flash with a camera like RX100M2 is great. Also, the strobe part sits quite high distance apart from the camera lens, which is what you want anyway so this is good. Sadly, the updated RX100M3 model has dropped the hot shoe mount to make room for in-camera EVF, so as far as the RX100 series go, M2 is now the only model and perhaps the last model where you can attach external accessories. *Tears*
Back to the flash unit. It's small, light, runs on its own batteries so the cycle time are fast and does not cut into the camera's battery, and is strong enough, as long as you're not expecting Speedlite-like strength and range. Again, the ability to bounce is invaluable. For mid-sized rooms, it's perfect. I do wish it had swivel but I'm not aware of any flash unit with swivel in this price range. One minor complaint is that the unit turns on/off by the hinge that's at the bottom of the unit. So in the off position, the flash unit sits parallel to the ground and to turn on, you swivel it upwards as you see in the product pic. I wish there was a separate on off switch, since the off position makes the unit protrude out compared to the depth of the RX100M2 camera. At $150, it's not a bad price at all especially when you think full-sized flash units are $400+.
Спектроник-7IFUP
25.12.2014
10/10
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I've only had this flash a few days but I did some research before buying it. I didn't want to go with a huge flash on the DSC-RX10 as it is a somewhat smaller and lighter camera than the DSC-R1 I had been using. I have to say I am very impressed with both the small size and the overall performance of the HVL-F20M.
While I agree with most of the reviews about the cost of this item, given its' size and appearance, I cannot get over how well it works. Like most Sony accessories, it is worth the extra cost as compared to the other aftermarket equivalents you might want to try. It cycles so much faster than the larger HVL-F32X I was using on my DSC-R1 camera and it is more powerful than I thought it would be. The fact that it can do this on just 2 AAA batteries is something else entirely. Technology certainly has come a long way in the last few years!
As was mentioned by a previous reviewer, the HVL-F20M does better in the bounce mode than direct. That's true with most all flashes of this type. However, using the bounce mode is dependent on the ceiling color and distance. Bouncing off the ceiling will also give the dreaded 'raccoon eye' effect to your images.
Another reviewer mentioned using a bounce card attached to the flash and that does work much better than bouncing off a white ceiling alone.
I found a better way yet. I created a diffuser for this flash and have gotten as good or even better results than I had using a modified Lambency diffuser on my HVL-F32X. That was a large and rather heavy combination but gave very good results. This combination is so much lighter and smaller than the F32X arrangement and it performs even better than I expected. The white balance from it is dead on and it gives very smooth almost shadowless lighting to the area of coverage. It is a combination of a reflecting panel and a white translucent diffuser in front of the panel.
I normally use a flash indoors or for fill flash outside so I'm not concerned with going out 100 feet in the night time environment. This little beauty can do this as well as a much larger and heavier unit.
And, to top it all off, it looks great on my new RX10. I can't ask for much more!
In case your curious, I'm going to try to add a user image of what this arrangement looks like on the RX10.
While I agree with most of the reviews about the cost of this item, given its' size and appearance, I cannot get over how well it works. Like most Sony accessories, it is worth the extra cost as compared to the other aftermarket equivalents you might want to try. It cycles so much faster than the larger HVL-F32X I was using on my DSC-R1 camera and it is more powerful than I thought it would be. The fact that it can do this on just 2 AAA batteries is something else entirely. Technology certainly has come a long way in the last few years!
As was mentioned by a previous reviewer, the HVL-F20M does better in the bounce mode than direct. That's true with most all flashes of this type. However, using the bounce mode is dependent on the ceiling color and distance. Bouncing off the ceiling will also give the dreaded 'raccoon eye' effect to your images.
Another reviewer mentioned using a bounce card attached to the flash and that does work much better than bouncing off a white ceiling alone.
I found a better way yet. I created a diffuser for this flash and have gotten as good or even better results than I had using a modified Lambency diffuser on my HVL-F32X. That was a large and rather heavy combination but gave very good results. This combination is so much lighter and smaller than the F32X arrangement and it performs even better than I expected. The white balance from it is dead on and it gives very smooth almost shadowless lighting to the area of coverage. It is a combination of a reflecting panel and a white translucent diffuser in front of the panel.
I normally use a flash indoors or for fill flash outside so I'm not concerned with going out 100 feet in the night time environment. This little beauty can do this as well as a much larger and heavier unit.
And, to top it all off, it looks great on my new RX10. I can't ask for much more!
In case your curious, I'm going to try to add a user image of what this arrangement looks like on the RX10.
НоваГость-6GYUD
26.06.2013
8/10
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It is a very simple flash that is quick to recycle and relatively powerful for it's small size with a Guide number of 14 in Std setting and 20 in Tele setting. Using PowerEx "Ready When You Are" AAA [NEW! 950mAh] NiMH Rechargeable Batteries - 4 Batteries Per Pack it recycles in under a second. The available controls are limited to a Standard/Tele rotating dial which slides a diffuser over the flash tube for between 18mm - 35mm focal length (Std) and a Direct/Bounce slider which changes the angle of the flash tube from facing forward to straight up. The on/off switch is actuated by merely lifting the flash up to a vertical position, when it is "off" it sits horizontally facing forward. The only problem I have with this power switch arrangement is that when the flash is "off" the multi Interface foot of this unit that slides into the shoe of the camera is sticking up and more likely to be damaged (see my customer pictures). The flash comes with a flimsy cloth drawstring bag to store and protect it which provides about as much protection as a handkerchief. You would think that for $150 Sony could provide a small case for this somewhat overpriced flash.
I found a small leather case to put the flash into and I store it in the flat "on" position with the batteries removed. When taking pictures with it I have found that is has plenty of power even in totally dark rooms of relatively large size (25x25) with the flash set at the standard setting, the exposure was balanced with no hot spots and the white balance was dead on. The flash integrates well with the NEX-6 (and the Sony cameras referenced below) and according to Sony uses TTL/ADI (through the lens)/(Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering when used with Sony lenses that send distance information back to the camera. The camera calculates a specific guide number for each photo based on the distance from the subject using ADI, along with ambient light and pre-flash reflectivity of the subject and the background using TTL metering, this insured proper white balance and even exposure.
This is way stronger than the internal flash by far and extends the camera's capabilities even though the NEX-6 does well in low light, more light when properly applied, is usually better. I have found that using the bounce setting with an index card extending above the flash to reflect some of the light forward produced nice balanced portraits without shadows. Note: It cannot be used off-camera and has no independent light sensing capabilities.
Overall the flash is very small and light weight so it adds little bulk to the camera and is easy to attach to the camera once you remove the 'hot shoe protector' from the camera and 'base protector' from the flash. There are small, gold plated contacts at the front of the camera's hot shoe and at the base of the flash (see my customer photos) which communicate with them and they are delicate and need to be protected. Ordinarily, I would not keep replacing the hot shoe protector on a camera or a protector on the base of a flash but if these are bent or damaged in any way, the camera and flash will not cooperate with each other and that would not be a good thing so I replace the protectors after I use the flash and suggest that you do this as well.
According to Sony, you should get about 90 flashes with AAA alkaline batteries and up to 150 with Ni-MH with quicker recycling time with the Ni-MH. I shot about 50 exposures with the "Ready to use" Imedion-Powerex batteries right out of the package with no significant loss in recycling time. Overall this is a good flash, certainly better than the built in one but not as flexible nor as powerful as you might expect for it's $150 price.
Addendum: This flash is also compatible with the following other Sony cameras according to their website:
Cyber-shot Digital RX100 II
Alpha NEX-7 Camera
Sony a58 DSLR
Sony a65 DSLR
Sony a77 DSLR
Sony a99 Full-Frame DSLR
As well as the discontinued Alpha 37 and 57 DSLR cameras
I found a small leather case to put the flash into and I store it in the flat "on" position with the batteries removed. When taking pictures with it I have found that is has plenty of power even in totally dark rooms of relatively large size (25x25) with the flash set at the standard setting, the exposure was balanced with no hot spots and the white balance was dead on. The flash integrates well with the NEX-6 (and the Sony cameras referenced below) and according to Sony uses TTL/ADI (through the lens)/(Advanced Distance Integration) flash metering when used with Sony lenses that send distance information back to the camera. The camera calculates a specific guide number for each photo based on the distance from the subject using ADI, along with ambient light and pre-flash reflectivity of the subject and the background using TTL metering, this insured proper white balance and even exposure.
This is way stronger than the internal flash by far and extends the camera's capabilities even though the NEX-6 does well in low light, more light when properly applied, is usually better. I have found that using the bounce setting with an index card extending above the flash to reflect some of the light forward produced nice balanced portraits without shadows. Note: It cannot be used off-camera and has no independent light sensing capabilities.
Overall the flash is very small and light weight so it adds little bulk to the camera and is easy to attach to the camera once you remove the 'hot shoe protector' from the camera and 'base protector' from the flash. There are small, gold plated contacts at the front of the camera's hot shoe and at the base of the flash (see my customer photos) which communicate with them and they are delicate and need to be protected. Ordinarily, I would not keep replacing the hot shoe protector on a camera or a protector on the base of a flash but if these are bent or damaged in any way, the camera and flash will not cooperate with each other and that would not be a good thing so I replace the protectors after I use the flash and suggest that you do this as well.
According to Sony, you should get about 90 flashes with AAA alkaline batteries and up to 150 with Ni-MH with quicker recycling time with the Ni-MH. I shot about 50 exposures with the "Ready to use" Imedion-Powerex batteries right out of the package with no significant loss in recycling time. Overall this is a good flash, certainly better than the built in one but not as flexible nor as powerful as you might expect for it's $150 price.
Addendum: This flash is also compatible with the following other Sony cameras according to their website:
Cyber-shot Digital RX100 II
Alpha NEX-7 Camera
Sony a58 DSLR
Sony a65 DSLR
Sony a77 DSLR
Sony a99 Full-Frame DSLR
As well as the discontinued Alpha 37 and 57 DSLR cameras
Зета-Орион-0DCIF
31.01.2016
8/10
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Хорошо
I am very happy to have a small flash like this for my Sony NEX 7 paired with Sony ADPAMA shoe adapter.
By using 2 AAA batteries to power this flash, you can bring extra batteries for events, which is a good thing.
If you cover events, this is a highly recommended accessory. Not too powerful, but can definitely light up group photos.
Attached are photos to showing a mug for size reference when attached to a Sony NEX 7 with 50 mm prime lens.
By using 2 AAA batteries to power this flash, you can bring extra batteries for events, which is a good thing.
If you cover events, this is a highly recommended accessory. Not too powerful, but can definitely light up group photos.
Attached are photos to showing a mug for size reference when attached to a Sony NEX 7 with 50 mm prime lens.
Странник-5NHMP
02.07.2015
2/10
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Ужасно
I purchased this flash in December 2014 and was pleased with the performance until recently. Several weeks ago, the mount connector separated from the flash as I was turning the flash off. I popped it back in but it intermittently would pop out again. This past weekend, it popped out for good and the mount connector was only connected by the wires inside. It still flashes if one holds it together with a hand - very useless. I attempted to contact Sony and opened up a warranty repair case but was told that physical damage is not covered. I asked for a cost estimate and was told the repair would probably cost $84. If that is how Sony stands behind the quality of this flash, I will purchase one from another vendor.
I posted my review on the Sony web site and I was not the only one who experienced this issue. The response from Sony was physical damage is not covered by the warranty. This is a weak and cheap design that will not stand up to repeated use. Such a flaw should be covered by warranty. Based on this experience, I do not believe Sony is serious about customer service and quality.
I posted my review on the Sony web site and I was not the only one who experienced this issue. The response from Sony was physical damage is not covered by the warranty. This is a weak and cheap design that will not stand up to repeated use. Such a flaw should be covered by warranty. Based on this experience, I do not believe Sony is serious about customer service and quality.
Плазмонавт-2MHNZ
19.12.2015
6/10
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Плохо
This flash is okay, but not great. It serves its purpose. However, when you spend a bunch of money on a camera (like the a6000), you really don't want to attach a cheap flash. Well, the price may not be cheap, but the flash is compared to what you can get for a Nikon or Canon. Anyway, you really need to get a flash and this is the only one reasonably priced for a Sony. Shame on Sony for not making a better one at a reasonable price point. Typically Sony as they just cannot get their act together.
ИнфраГость-3AUQB
13.01.2016
8/10
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Хорошо
Great little flash gun & most of the time I'm getting consistent results that are better than the built in flash. Unfortunately sometimes it just doesn't work as expected - was taking photos at a party, set up on tripod, with pretty much identical conditions for each photo, maybe 10% of them were dark & unuseable, for no apparent reason.
Аргонавт-7ULHU
23.09.2015
8/10
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Хорошо
Based on other comments I was prepared not to order this unit. Because of Sony's highly proprietary construction of the FDR-AX100 camera, owners are highly restricted in the choice of accessories. In all of Sony's catalog of flash units, this unit is the only one that will function on the camera's proprietary hot shoe.
After testing it on the camera, it functions better than as described by other reviewers, despite its quirky way of shutting on and off.
It is more powerful than I imagined and should operate well under the restrictions imposed by thermal overload during rapid fire operations.
After testing it on the camera, it functions better than as described by other reviewers, despite its quirky way of shutting on and off.
It is more powerful than I imagined and should operate well under the restrictions imposed by thermal overload during rapid fire operations.
Фотон-0JGAK
16.01.2016
8/10
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Хорошо
This flash isn't going to do anything for a pro, but it works well the Sony A7 series cameras for indoor family photos, etc ... worth the investment for that.
ОмниКод-9TZHV
26.10.2015
6/10
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Плохо
The flash worked fine, but I didn't like that it doesn't have an on/off switch--you change it from 90 degrees to upright to turn it on, which means you can't store it in the upright position unless you remove the batteries. Also, it uses 2 AAA batteries, and I feel AA batteries are easier to find and last longer. I returned the flash. I'm looking at the Nissin i40 which costs more but has good reviews.
ТерраБот-1RQJM
31.12.2015
10/10
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BestSIMPLE flash I've seen
Straightforward instructions for use are very
helpful
Works like a charm
Can use tele function, fill function or bounce!
Straightforward instructions for use are very
helpful
Works like a charm
Can use tele function, fill function or bounce!
ИнфраГость-0OUBA
17.10.2015
10/10
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Великолепно
I have not had the issue with the hinge switch that others have mentioned. I am pleased with this flash and think it is easy to operate and performs admirably. Most other flashes I was looking at were more complex than a casual shooter would need and this flash is not to bulky for my a6000.
Астероид-7DLHK
13.09.2015
10/10
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Великолепно
Excellent little flash for my Nex-7, HX-50 and a6000. Cheap and light but helps immensily in low light and interiors photography. I recommend the purchase for a allways on camera flahlight to replace the internal flashes of all the above mentioned cameras.
НоваГость-9GSCF
14.06.2015
6/10
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Плохо
its weak, not much light past 2 or 3 feet, it easily turns on in camera bag when things shift since the on/off is part of the device rotating. in a pinch it gets the job done but i was left wishing i bought something better. for the price i think one of better off spending for the next size up. its good enough for simple light but i dont recommend for professional use.
МехаРейнджер-4LVSH
20.07.2015
4/10
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Ужасно
It says "Sony HVLF20M, MI Shoe External Flash for Alpha SLT/NEX (Black)" and I bought it thinking it will works with my sony alpha NEX 7 and guess what it did't!! so I have it with me but I can use it =(
Вектрон-5ABSV
31.12.2014
8/10
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Хорошо
Like others, I wish this unit was a bit cheaper, but when compared to the larger units, it is priced right. Either that or the other units are also over-priced. This flash is smaller than the other two more expensive models. Less is more for my A6000. Small was in mind when I went for the mirrorless A6000 and so I wanted the smallest available external flash. I also can store it in my bag with everything else. Sorry, I have not compared it to my on-board flash. I expect it to be brighter. A tip I would like to give A6000 owners; if you want to bounce the internal flash, simultaneously, put your finger under the flash and point it towards the ceiling and trigger the shutter. Be careful not to put your finger in the path or front of the flash.
Кварковец-1AHKR
22.06.2015
8/10
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Хорошо
It does what it says on the tin - useful as a slightly more powerful portable flash, but really bought as a master for off camera flash control.
НеоВояжер-2CYTY
05.10.2014
6/10
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Плохо
Con:
-Not very powerful, more of a slightly more powerful replacement to a built in flash (which was missing in my Sony A7)
-No on-off switch, this is done by raising the flash vertically on the base (on) or putting it down horizontally (off). This is practical when using on camera but not when storing in your camera bag as you need to store the flash with the hot-shoe base at a 90 degree angle and not fully flash (on position).
-Built in diffuser barely makes any difference in flash harshness.
-Bounce feature only works 90 degrees up, no incremental stops between direct flash or full upward flash
-Price (expensive for what you get.
Pros:
-Small size, works well with smaller EVF cameras.
-So far, does not seem to drain batteries too fast.
-Good enough for everyday use if powerful flash not needed or subjects not too far away.
-has a built-in bounce feature which turns flash head upwards (to be used only if ceiling is not too far away)
-Looks good :-)
-Not very powerful, more of a slightly more powerful replacement to a built in flash (which was missing in my Sony A7)
-No on-off switch, this is done by raising the flash vertically on the base (on) or putting it down horizontally (off). This is practical when using on camera but not when storing in your camera bag as you need to store the flash with the hot-shoe base at a 90 degree angle and not fully flash (on position).
-Built in diffuser barely makes any difference in flash harshness.
-Bounce feature only works 90 degrees up, no incremental stops between direct flash or full upward flash
-Price (expensive for what you get.
Pros:
-Small size, works well with smaller EVF cameras.
-So far, does not seem to drain batteries too fast.
-Good enough for everyday use if powerful flash not needed or subjects not too far away.
-has a built-in bounce feature which turns flash head upwards (to be used only if ceiling is not too far away)
-Looks good :-)
Эксопилот-7IKIH
22.03.2015
2/10
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Ужасно
I am normally a very big fan of Sony cameras and accessories, and initially this flash was no exception. However, it stopped working within a couple of months of very light use. Yeah, yeah, I could have gotten it fixed under warranty, blah blah blah. But like all of you, I'm BUSY and never got around to it, and now it's out of warranty. A nice, slim, sleek, pretty hunk of JUNK. Shame on you, Sony.
Капеллан-3BEVK
30.12.2013
2/10
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Ужасно
I was quite excited to get this flash and use it with my Sony alpha 99 as trigger for my HVL-F58 in a wireless mode. The flash worked quite well and I got really great results. However, when I went to unscrew the flash from the camera the flash fell apart. I was trying to be so careful to make sure completely removed the tension on the new multi-interface mount of my camera, that I unscrewed the flash mount right off of the bottom of the flash. This should not have been possible - especially since this same connection must handle the stress of turning the flash on and off by lowering and raising the flash. After inspecting what had happened, I readily saw how cheap and flimsy the connection was. Amazon cheerfully accepted my return though and I immediately ordered a HVL-F43M to replace it. The 43m cost about $250 more, but is constructed much, much better and up to the quality of my HVL-F58. Plus the HVFL43M has the added benefit of a bright LED light for video work.
Update: Upon further investigation it seems that Sony took the hvl-f20AM flash and "permanently" stuck their new shoe adapter on the bottom. That is why the f20M sits higher than the f20AM and also explains why there is a joint between the main flash body and mount adapter. As much as I like this flash, until Sony incorporates the new shoe into the main body of the flash, like it is on the f20AM, I cannot recommend it.
Update 2: I found one of the older HVL-F20AM units and purchased it to use with the MI mount adapter that came with my camera. Just as I suspected, this is a winning combination because the older mount can easily slide on/off the adapter AND since the flash's mount is physically right against the bottom of the flash case the connection is very strong. I still contend that until Sony starts making the new F-20M with the mount right against the flash case, you would be better off avoiding F-20M.
Update: Upon further investigation it seems that Sony took the hvl-f20AM flash and "permanently" stuck their new shoe adapter on the bottom. That is why the f20M sits higher than the f20AM and also explains why there is a joint between the main flash body and mount adapter. As much as I like this flash, until Sony incorporates the new shoe into the main body of the flash, like it is on the f20AM, I cannot recommend it.
Update 2: I found one of the older HVL-F20AM units and purchased it to use with the MI mount adapter that came with my camera. Just as I suspected, this is a winning combination because the older mount can easily slide on/off the adapter AND since the flash's mount is physically right against the bottom of the flash case the connection is very strong. I still contend that until Sony starts making the new F-20M with the mount right against the flash case, you would be better off avoiding F-20M.
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