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Compact and connected, the Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash is a sleek and portable flash featuring an impressive guide number of 92' at ISO 100 and 50mm, along with a built-in 2.4 GHz radio transceiver to allow photographers to quickly create portable lighting setups with complete support for P-TTL / ADI metering. This flash can be set as a commander or a remote that fully supports Sony's existing radio commanders and receivers, including ratio control, the ability to work with up to 15 flashes in five groups. In terms of its physical design, the HVL-F28RM has a compact, pocketable design well-suited to the a7-series mirrorless bodies and has a 0 to 120° tilting head for flexible bounce control. Additionally, it sports a dust- and moisture-resistant construction along with a durable metal foot.
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Key Features
- Compatible with Sony ADI / P-TTL
- 2.4 GHz Radio Transceiver, 115' Range
- Guide Number: 92' at ISO 100 and 50mm
- Wireless TTL Ratio Controller/Remote
Compact and connected, the Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash is a sleek and portable flash featuring an impressive guide number of 92' at ISO 100 and 50mm, along with a built-in 2.4 GHz radio transceiver to allow photographers to quickly create portable lighting setups with complete support for P-TTL / ADI metering. This flash can be set as a commander or a remote that fully supports Sony's existing radio commanders and receivers, including ratio control, the ability to work with up to 15 flashes in five groups. In terms of its physical design, the HVL-F28RM has a compact, pocketable design well-suited to the a7-series mirrorless bodies and has a 0 to 120° tilting head for flexible bounce control. Additionally, it sports a dust- and moisture-resistant construction along with a durable metal foot.
Sony HVL-F28RM Overview
Equipped with a 2.4 GHz radio transceiver, the HVL-F28RM is able to operate as either a radio commander or remote as part of Sony's radio wireless system, including the FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander and FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receiver. This system has an operating range of approximately 115' and does not require line-of-sight. Also, it will support up to 15 flashes in five groups on one of 14 channels. Additionally, it has full support for Sony's P-TTL / ADI metering system, including high-speed sync and ratio control.
Advance Distance Integration (ADI) flash metering works with cameras and lenses with distance encoders to more accurately balance flash output with ambient light and subject reflectivity by taking camera-to-subject distance into account
Guide number of 92' at ISO 100 and 50mm.
Flash head offers 0 to 120° of tilting for bounce control.
Covers a 50mm focal length field of view and pull-out wide panel broadens this coverage to a 24mm focal length field of view.
Manual power adjustment is possible across 25 levels, covering full 1/1 power down to 1/256 power.
Can fire continuously for up to 40 flashes at a rate of 10 flashes per second.
Slow, high-speed, 1st and 2nd curtain sync is supported on cameras with TTL communication.
Recycle time of 0.1 to 6.4 seconds with alkaline batteries or 0.1 to 4.1 with NiMH batteries.
Improved resistance to overheating for longer and more rapid shooting sessions.
Dust and moisture-resistant construction enables its use in harsh environments and a durable metal shoe has been added for improved mounting stability.
Requires two AA-sized batteries, either alkaline or NiMH, as a power source.
Micro-USB port can be used for firmware updates.
UPC: 027242921023
Sony HVL-F28RM Specs
Key Specs
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| Bounce Head | |
| Exposure Control | |
| Wireless Operation | |
| Internal Power |
Flash Head
| Guide Number | |
| Coverage | |
| Bounce Head | |
| Swivel Head | |
| Flash Duration | |
| Recycle Time | |
| Secondary Illumination |
Exposure Control
| Exposure Control | |
| Flash Modes | |
| Power Range |
Wireless
| Wireless Operation | |
| Wireless Channels | |
| Wireless Groups |
Power
| Internal Power | |
| External Power Pack Compatible |
General
| Mount | |
| Off-Camera Terminal | |
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Packaging Info
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Sony HVL-F28RM Reviews
So far very nice
By Anthony
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-10
Just received this flash today and so far its perfect for my needs with my A7r iii camera. This size was what I expected, not too small not too big and doesn't add really too much weight to my camera. Still going through the settings to see what's best for my shooting situations, but so far I'm very pleased with this flash.
Sony flash HVL-F28RM
By Mikhail Glozman
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-28
Small in size but very powerful. Provides beautiful colors
Update firmware for A7RIII or some older than A7RIV, A7C
By clement
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-05-28
Works perfectly if you update your firmware on older cameras. Using on A7RIII, firmware 3.10 works perfectly. Be sure to not use Li-ion batteries as the flash does not like them.
Solid and Powerfull
By Richard
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-01-16
This flash is a must for everyday travel. I keep this in my bag with my a7C as the perfect match. It's compact and exposed perfectly.
Very good
By Sherif
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-01-13
Smart and good flash from Sony, powerful light, suitable size, practical, easy to carry when traveling
Sony HVL F28RM External Flash
By Denise
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-01-08
This flash works great with my Sony A7C camera. It’s compact size also which I like
Works Great!!
By Quincy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-09-30
Perfect compliment to the Sony A7C!! It's enough flash to cover most semi-close focal distances without being too large. Face detection integration with the A7C is pretty cool too.
Well pleased
By Errol
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-09-09
I am pleased the description of the External flash was what saw online. thanks also for a fast delivery
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Will this work with the A7III?
Will this work with the A7III?
Yes, this flash is compatible with the A7 III.
Date published: 2021-06-09
Is there a Sony or aftermarket diffuser that fits ...
Is there a Sony or aftermarket diffuser that fits the F28RM well?
There is not a diffuser made specific for the Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash. This will fit as a universal one. It is a kit with a diffuser and color gels, https://bhpho.to/3lwcDDh .,
Date published: 2022-05-22
Does HVL-28RM needs a trigger if use off camera?
Does HVL-28RM needs a trigger if use off camera?
Yes the Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash would need the Sony FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander or another RM series flash on the camera in order to fire the flash off camera.
Date published: 2023-08-15
Will this work with my Sony ZV-1?
Will this work with my Sony ZV-1?
Unfortunately, it would not be compatible.
Date published: 2022-03-16
Will this flash work on manual with non-Sony ...
Will this flash work on manual with non-Sony camera systems?
No, you can't control manual exposure if you mount the flash on a non Sony Multi-Interface shoe.
The exposure of the flash is control through the Sony camera Flash menu once the unit is connected on the hot shoe.
Date published: 2022-05-19
Will this pair with any 3rd-party flashes?
Will this pair with any 3rd-party flashes?
The radio system in this flash only works with Sony RM series flashes. To use it with a 3rd party flash, there needs to be an optical connection for line of sight triggering or the use of a 3rd party radio trigger.
Date published: 2020-11-28
Is this flash compatible with the RX1R II?
Is this flash compatible with the RX1R II?
Yes, the Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash is compatible with the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II Digital Camera.
Date published: 2023-05-03
Does this new flash feature optical wireless ...
Does this new flash feature optical wireless capabilities as controller and slave? Compatibility with other flashes?
The Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash does not have optical wireless capability. The Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash is able to operate as either a radio commander on the camera's hot shoe, or as a off-camera remote as part of Sony's radio wireless system. It is also compatible for use with other Sony-brand flashes with built in wireless radio compatibility, as well as compatible for use with the Sony FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander and FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receiver, but not for optical wireless usage.
Date published: 2020-12-20