Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash
Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash
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The Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash is a compact and portable lighting solution, boasting an impressive guide number of 92' at ISO 100 and 50mm. It is equipped with a built-in 2.4 GHz radio transceiver, enabling photographers to effortlessly establish portable lighting configurations with full compatibility for P-TTL / ADI metering. This flash can function as either a commander or a remote, fully supporting Sony's existing radio commanders and receivers, including ratio control and the capability to operate with up to 15 flashes across five groups. In terms of design, the HVL-F28RM features a pocket-sized form factor that is ideal for the a7-series mirrorless cameras, along with a tilting head that adjusts from 0 to 120° for versatile bounce control. Furthermore, it is constructed to be dust- and moisture-resistant, complemented by a robust metal foot.
- 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.
Flash Head |
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Guide Number | 91.9' / 28 m at ISO 100 (50 mm Position) |
Coverage | Full-Frame 50 mm 24 mm (with Wide-Angle Adapter) |
Bounce Head | 0 to +120° |
Swivel Head | No |
Flash Duration | 1/625 Second at Full Power |
Recycle Time | Approx. 0.1 to 6.4 Seconds |
Secondary Illumination | No |
Exposure Control |
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Exposure Control | Sony ADI / P-TTL |
Flash Modes | Hi-Speed Sync, Slow Sync |
Power Range | 1/1 to 1/256 (Manual) |
Wireless |
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Wireless Operation | Radio (TTL/Manual) Up to 114.8' / 35 m |
Wireless Channels | 14 |
Wireless Groups | 5 |
Power |
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Internal Power | 2x AA (Alkaline, NiMH) |
External Power Pack Compatible | No |
General |
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Mount | Sony Multi-Interface Shoe |
Off-Camera Terminal | No |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 2.6 x 3.3 x 3.6" / 65.1 x 83.5 x 91.4 mm |
Weight | 7.7 oz / 219 g |