The
Sony HVL-F60RM2 Wireless Flashgun is a
powerful and feature-packed flash unit designed to meet the demands of professional photographers and videographers using
Sony mirrorless cameras. With a
guide number of 60 (GN60) at 200mm,
high-speed sync (HSS), and a
wide zoom range, the HVL-F60RM2 offers exceptional performance and flexibility, whether you're shooting portraits, events, or working in challenging lighting conditions.
Key features of the
Sony HVL-F60RM2 Wireless Flashgun include:
- High Guide Number (GN60): With a guide number of 60 at 200mm, the HVL-F60RM2 delivers powerful lighting, providing sufficient illumination even at long distances or when using larger modifiers. It ensures you have ample light to capture your subject in any environment.
- Wireless Radio Control: The HVL-F60RM2 offers wireless radio control and can function as both a commander or receiver in multi-flash setups. It can control up to 15 flashes across 5 groups, providing enhanced flexibility for more complex lighting arrangements without the need for line-of-sight (an essential feature in large or obstructed spaces).
- High-Speed Sync (HSS): With high-speed sync, the HVL-F60RM2 allows you to use fast shutter speeds (up to 1/8000s) while still achieving perfect exposure, even with wide apertures in bright conditions. This feature is ideal for controlling ambient light, allowing you to create shallow depth-of-field effects and balance lighting outdoors.
- Fast Recycle Time: The flashgun features an impressive recycle time of just 1.7 seconds at full power, ensuring you don't miss key moments during fast-paced shoots like events, sports, or weddings.
- Wide Zoom Range (20mm to 200mm): The adjustable zoom head of the HVL-F60RM2 covers a broad focal length range from 20mm to 200mm. This flexibility ensures the flash can adapt to different shooting situations and is compatible with both wide-angle and telephoto lenses. It also includes a wide-angle diffuser for wider coverage (up to 14mm).
- Color Temperature and Consistency: The flash offers consistent color temperature across its entire power range, with a standard color temperature of 5600K, ensuring that your lighting remains accurate and natural-looking for portraits, product shoots, or video work.
- Durable and Weather-Sealed: Built for professional use, the HVL-F60RM2 features a dust and moisture-resistant design that ensures reliability in harsh environments, making it ideal for outdoor, location, or event photography in unpredictable weather conditions.
- Advanced Features for Video: For videographers, the HVL-F60RM2 offers continuous LED lighting for video work, providing stable and soft lighting for video capture. This makes it a versatile tool for both stills and video shoots, especially when transitioning from photo to video without changing gear.
- Customizable Settings and Controls: The intuitive LCD control panel allows for quick and easy adjustments to settings, including power output, zoom, and wireless control, all from the flashgun itself. Additionally, the custom function buttons let you configure shortcuts for fast access to your most-used settings.
- Battery Efficiency: The HVL-F60RM2 is compatible with Sony’s external flash batteries for extended shooting sessions. The flash can also be powered by AA batteries, offering flexibility in how you power the unit during shoots, whether you're working in the studio or on location.
The
Sony HVL-F60RM2 Wireless Flashgun is a top-tier
flash solution that provides professional photographers with powerful, flexible, and reliable lighting for
any situation. Whether you're capturing portraits in the studio, shooting events, or creating dynamic lighting setups in challenging environments, this flash offers
high performance,
advanced features, and
easy integration with Sony's mirrorless camera systems. Its
wireless control,
high-speed sync, and
quick recycle time make it an essential tool for photographers looking to take their lighting setups to the next level.