- Compact and reliable, for flawless flash control with (GN28)
Designed to match Sony’s mirrorless cameras for a compact, manageable system, the HVL-F28RM offers the type of reliable, stable performance you expect with your Sony Alpha cameras. - Flash control linked to camera’s face recognition
When used with a compatible camera, the balance between the light falling on the subject’s face to account to automatically adjust accurate white balance. - Continuous flash performance
A refined flash algorithm provides 50% higher resistance to overheating (compared to the HVL-F32M) for continuous flash performance that provides constant and stable flash output, during shooting sessions and won’t interrupt your workflow. - Durable dust and moisture resistant design
- Downsized with dust and moisture resistant design
Equip yourself for varied shooting conditions with this compact lightweight clip-on flash. The HVL-F28RM is ideally suited to the full-frame Sony Alpha 7-series and compact Alpha APS-C cameras. - Metal foot and side frame protects shoe connection
The Multi Interface foot is fabricated from metal for higher strength with reinforced side frame that also houses the unit’s electrical contacts and offers improved resistance to physical shock and impact from all directions. - Bounce light for natural looking results
Light most often falls on subjects from above, whether it’s from the sun or overhead lighting. This light from above makes subjects, especially portraits of people, look more natural and pleasing than from harsh direct light. - Intuitive controllable from compatible camera body menu
Flash compensation, light ratio, and other detailed flash parameters can be controlled directly from a compatible camera. - Advanced abilities for the widest range of shooting situations
Wireless radio-controlled flash gives you the most consistent results without pairing errors. Control signals can reach receivers, up to 30 meters away. - Multi-flash photography via radio wireless communication
Radio wireless communication is available in addition to conventional optical communication. - High-speed sync (HSS) with wireless flash support
While conventional sync shooting requires the shutter speed to be the same or slower than synched flash speed, this narrows the aperture, making it difficult to capture background bokeh effects. - Through-the-Lens (TTL) wireless flash
Even when performing wireless flash shooting, flash output can be determined based on accurate measurement of the amount of light through the lens. - Auto White Balance Adjustment
Color temperature at time of flash shooting is affected by the guide number and flash type in use. - Simple controls
The user interface has been designed for easy, intuitive operation with a minimum of controls that include +/- light level buttons. - Powered by two AA (LR6) alkaline or NiMH batteries.
A fresh pair of alkaline batteries can provide power for up to 113 continuous flashes. - Multi/Micro USB ports
The HVL-F45RM features a Multi/Micro USB port for supporting firmware update to the latest version via connected PC.
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Sony – Alpha External Flash with wireless remote control
$120.00 Save:$67.00(36%)
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Additional information
| Weight | 0.78 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3.08 × 3.83 × 6.36 in |
| Flash Movement | Bounce |
| Brand Compatibility | Sony |
| Power-Saving Mode | No |
| Manual Power Control Level(s) | 1/1 – 1/256 |
| Color Category | Black |
| Case Included | Yes |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor | 1 year |
| Minimum Recycling Time | 4.1 seconds |
| Mounting Style | Multi-function Shoe |
| Battery Size | AA |
| Color | Black |
| External Mount | No |
| Model Number | HVLF28RM |
| Exposure Control | Flash control using pre-flash (P-TTL/ADI) |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Product Depth | 3.08 inches |
| Zoom Head | Yes |
| Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts | 1 year |
| Illumination Pattern | Yes |
| Metal Foot | Yes |
| Number of Batteries Required | 2 |
| Product Weight | 0.78 pounds |
| Flash-Ready Indicator | No |
| Slave Unit | No |
| Color Temperature (measurement) | 5500 kelvin |
| Auto Shut-Off | Yes |
| Flash Modes | Manual override |
| Guide Number | 50 mm |
| Product Width | 3.83 inches |
| Zoom Coverage | 50mm, angle of view at 24mm |
| Product Name | Alpha External Flash with wireless remote control |
| Brand | Sony |
| Wireless TTL Function | Yes |
| Maximum Recycling Time | 6.4 seconds |
| Model Compatibility | Sony Mirrorless Camera |
| Battery Chemistry | Alkaline |
| Product Height | 6.36 inches |
| UPC | 027242921023 |
Reviews (49)
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SpicyTaquito831 –
I believe this is a great entry flash. I haven’t ran into any issues. I’m just getting familiar with the flash as well as photography but over all I think it’s a great option for someone in the same experience range or greater.
videodoc –
Easy to use, portable, good use in outdoor and sunny settings.
BMinic –
Great item works very well. Item is light and small great for travel.
Talent –
great product, i own a media company and this product has satisfied all my needs
Adam –
Wish I were able to use it more consistently however when I can get a flash im beyond satisfied with the results
SteveC –
This is a fantastic flash! It’s small, yet does the job for indoor real estate (“architectural”) photography. It doesn’t swivel but there are work-arounds for that.
I have 3 other flash units (Metz & Nissin) and this little thing, using only 2 AA batteries, is the best of all. Batteries last much longer than on my other 4xAA units, which was the opposite of my expectations. Recycle time is near instantaneous. No overheating issues like many other Sony flashes.
Myxo –
I assumed with sony’s advertising of “with wireless remote control” and “Radio wireless communication is available” that i could use this as a wireless handheld flash. Researching compatibility lists and Q&A’s on amazon and Best Buy (this product page) said this flash is more or less compatible with nearly every sony camera, so i decided to get it.
However, I soon found that WIRELESS COMPATIBILITY is different. This flash should work with 99% of sony cameras when it’s mounted to the hot shoe, but it will only work WIRELESSLY with a select few cameras.
In short, if your camera doesn’t support the wireless functionality inherently, you’ll need to buy 2 of these flashes or their fancy $350 ‘flash commander’.
Additionally, I could not find any way of telling where my flash power level was at, and this unit also did not come with batteries (AA)
CadillacDave –
Great flash for the money for my Sony A7 III works perfectly
Sudeep –
Worst external flash!! Never ever buy this one!! Spent some of my precious time figuring how it works!! Even bestbuy expert couldn’t rectify it!! Returned it !!
SeeXiong –
Overall, it’s an average Flash, not so powerful. I would recomend the higher end one for better fill in flash. Great build and ease of use.
TTVu –
I bought this flash plan to use as a commander to do off camera flash but cannot get it to work with HVL-F32M. Wasted a lot of time and research to try different things but the result is the same. Probably need another flash with wireless remote capability. That mean another one of this flash or F45RM or F60RM to get it to work. As a side note, this flash build quality is good.
TheTalentedMrWes –
I love having this as part of my Sony EcoSystem. I have an Sony A7iii and paired it with my Sony HVL-F46 and work great together. Easy to control and connect, costly but worth it.
Dani –
Amazing purchase! Has good flash reach. Lights up a my subjects perfectly. The battery life is long.
Yang –
I bought this as an open box item, it was cheaper but still good
Sonya7riii –
Pretty good small compact perfect for quick flash and house party’s made my money back the first day
Bryan –
It gets the job done and is reliable. I just think it’s overpriced. So far I have not had any issues with it and my a6000. TTL and HSS work nicely.
Blender –
Sony’s don’t come with the flash on the camera so you have to get add ons and this works pretty well! Just have to keep changing the battery’s
Frank –
Open box items at best buy are the best. It’s a great flash at a 30% discount. I would recommend this flash to anyone that is looking for a flash with extra features like wireless capabilities and face tracking.
Gaymday –
Works as advertised. Very satisfied with the power and easy to work with
Tracey –
Excellent/for the new camera that my husband for Christmas
DBERG420 –
Nice item capable so happy thanks so much for this item.
FrederickG –
A fabulous product works with face detection recognition in almost all Sony cameras to. expose for face values. Set flash to minus 2/3 and just left it there after extensive flash testing I have always done. Indoor outdoor fill flash comes out perfect and makes the flash fill undectable as if the light happened to be prefect.
MarvinC –
Bought this for my Sony a7ii definitely worth it !!
CertifiedBro –
Does the job it is intended to older cameras don’t have right settings?
MrRob2021 –
Great flash ! Compact light weight but needs lithium battery to make it better
FreddyV –
Great Flash, Totally recommended for sony camera alpha
JennyT –
This flash works great with my Sony camera. It’s very easy to use, and set up was immediate.
CarlosB –
Great flash for the Sony. Fast, reliable, and I have confidence when I press the shutter that the flash will fire and I will get a reliable exposure.
Micky –
Works perfect and easy to use! Had to do an event with low light and it help alot!
drobana –
This flash is a great buy. just can’t stop speaking about this flash. It’s tiny and powerful
PeterN –
Overall pretty decent flash, does the job imo. Picture came out nice with my a7r iii. Overall 9/10
RocioB –
It’s very good, battery lasts very long, easy to use and great pics
RonieM –
Received in pristine condition, though have not use it yet. Happy.
ChrisK –
Great small flash. Flash works perfect and works so well on the Sony a6700.
AnaA –
I have been having some difficulties with this product. When I’m using it it after a few shots the orange light starts blinking and then the flash won’t function when I take a picture and I’ll have to turn it off and then back on to get it to work. I’m not sure what it is but I wish I would’ve just gotten the Godox. Also when I put my mag box flash diffusers on the flash it adds a bit more weight and the flash won’t be able to hold itself up so it’s constantly falling if I jerk it to quickly or have sudden movement I wish it could hold more weight to keep from having to fold it back up every time it collapses Down
OscarV –
Easy plug and play. The camera self recognized the flash.
IgnacioL –
Good addition for Sony cameras.
No cables, good power. Nice pictures day / night
Tommy –
Its good for what your paying for. It does the job well.
Kmac –
This is an amazing Flash.It works very well in dimly lighted areas and even Outdoors when it is a little darker or overcast.
UdaykumarD –
Everything works perfect. You can adjust the light.
Unknown –
Great purchase, amazing performance, worth every dollar.
DurfDiggler –
For the price, I was hoping for more automatic controls like flash intensity. I also wish it could twist for portrait photos. I don’t anticipate buying the wireless transmitter so I can handhold a flash for portraits.
JoelR –
This flash is a must to bring out the briliance in any shot.
reinel –
Pretty good flashlight for my Sony camera. Good price and quality
Mike –
This has been a great flash! I’ve used it on multiple shoots, and the results have been great. It’s not heavy, the batteries last quite a long time as well.
Love the locking mechanism, the shoe is metal which is awesome as well.
AndrewP –
Got this for the wife for Christmas to go with her camera. She loves it!
JoOs –
This is my first flash but so far so good. Still figuring out the best angles but I am really happy with the portraits I have been able to capture of my dogs.
It helps bring out the details and features of my furry companions. I have always loved taking photos of my dogs, but with this flash, I feel like I am able to truly capture their personalities and unique characteristics.
Greggerro –
My nephew is getting deep in photography so i grabbed this for him for the holidays. He LOVES it. It works great with his Alpha IV and he cant wait ti get more for remote control.
Givi –
Very useful accessory for Sony camera users, especially for taking portraits.