Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony
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The Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash is a flash unit designed to fully support current advanced digital SLR cameras. It is fully compatible with Sony digital cameras.
The PZ42X has many advanced features, such as: automatic zoom head from 24-105mm, bounce and swivel capabilities, built in wide-angle diffuser, and AF assist. It also offers several manual controls for the experienced photographer. It offers a bright and easy-to-read LCD display and easy-to-use controls for manual flash output, digital or film lens coverage and zoom head settings.
For a more detailed camera/features compatibility chart, please click here.
- Fully compatible with Sony TTL systems
- AF Assist Light supports better autofocus performance in the dark (up to 16')
- EV adjustment (-1.5, -1, -0.5, 0, +0.5, +1, +1.5)
- Large panel with bright, easy-to-read LCD display
- Flash-coverage scale on LCD screen
- Automatic Shutdown mode shuts off flash from after several minutes of inactivity
| Mount | Shoe |
| Guide No. | 112' (34.14 m) ISO100 at 50 mm position |
| Angle of Coverage | 84° - 23° |
| Vari-Power | 1/1 - 1/64 |
| TTL Dedication | Yes |
| Bounce Head | Yes |
| Swivel Head | Yes, 300° |
| Coverage | 24 mm - 80 mm (Full frame) |
| Zoom Head | Full frame: 24 mm - 105 mm |
| Off Camera Terminal | None |
| Recycle Time | Approximately 3.5 seconds - 4.5 |
| Power Source | 4x AA Alkaline Batteries |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 2.6 x 4.6 x 4.1" / 6.60 x 11.68 x 10.41 cm |
| Weight | 9.1 oz / 258 g Without batteries |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 6 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (6)
- Consistent output (5)
- Durable (4)
- Good power output (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (6)
- Fill flash (3)
- Portraits (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Heavy
- Slow Recycling
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
Comments about Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony:
As an amateur SLR owner I can say PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash worked as I was expecting. I didn't want to buy the Sony one which is significantly higher in price. It fit my Sony A 500 very well and it does what is meant to do, help on lighting specially in dark situation such as night and indoors. The flash swivels very well giving you the option to bounce light which is a plus.
Here is how it can be improved:
It's a little heavy, when mounted on the camera you hands will get tiered. Works wonders on a tripod though.
Recovery is slow. If you are doing multiple shots at once, don't count on it. It will only flash for the 1st one.
It overheats. The instructions clearly say not to leave it on for more than 10 minutes because it can over heat. I obey and shut it off, therefore can't really say it has overheated on me.
Overall I will recommend this flash to a friend who is starting and want to improve its night/dark photography. Eventually I'll invest on a higher quality flash.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony:
I am quite happy with this flash. For a guy that is messign around with photograpy this is good. Its cheap. Easy to use. And works perfectly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony:
I purchased this unit for personal use and have found that it works great. I still need to spend time with the settings, but the pics so far have been good.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Powerful Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
Comments about Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony:
Works great. I looked at the SONY flash. Its was a little more then I wanted to spend. This Sunpak flash works great. Build quality very good. Shoe mount solid. Would give 5 stars if it had wireless.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony:
I use this flash with my Sony A700 and wow is it a great flash. I'm very pleased at how the flash works seamlessly with the camera. It is also very quite and it recycles very quickly. It gets a little heavy after awhile but what flash wouldn't. It is great for the price. [...]
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Slow Recycling
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Sunpak PZ42X TTL Shoe Mount Flash (Guide No. 138'/42 m at 35mm) for Sony:
Over all, a good product. A little slow recovery time when shooting quick movement shots.
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- 1-Year Warranty
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