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Sony - HVL-F28RM Wireless Radio Flash

Model:
HVLF28RM
SKU:
6452045
Your price for this item is $249.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 76 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the HVL-F28RM Wireless Radio Flash's compact size, wireless capabilities, and ease of use. They appreciate its portability and find it suitable for outdoor photography. However, customers are negative about its battery life and compatibility issues with older cameras.

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  • Fantastic little flash

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’m a wedding photographer and this flash works flawlessly with my Sony a7riv. Highly recommend

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Love this light

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works perfect and easy to use! Had to do an event with low light and it help alot!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Micky, Thank you for sharing your feedback on this flash. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Its great to hear the flash performance and interface is easy to use and is of help. We hope you continue to enjoy the flash, it is not only great in low light situation, but can be used in daylight to fill in shadows as well. The size allows it to be easily packed and travel friendly. Thank you again for sharing. -Linda Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • One powerful little tool!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Sony Flash

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Pretty good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall pretty decent flash, does the job imo. Picture came out nice with my a7r iii. Overall 9/10

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi PeterN, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our HVLF28RM external flash. We are also happy to hear that its performance meets your standard when paired with your A7RM3 camera. These are the feedback that we really want to hear from our customers. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you very much for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support) Sony_US

  • Sony flash

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent/for the new camera that my husband for Christmas

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Size

    Excellent Sony flash!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good, but pricey

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DurfDiggler,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for your feedback on our HVLF28RM flash. We're glad to hear that you find the quality of our flash good. Thanks again for choosing Sony!
      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.
      Rubychelle
      12-12-2023
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life

    Great Flash

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Mike, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're happy to hear this flash has been working great for you on your photography adventures. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 01-05-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Worth the purchase.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had some issues at first with battery life, but now we’re good. Loves how it works, just wish I could have a way I could see what level of flash I’m on with numbers or something like that.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello LassanaS, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are happy to hear you are loving the flash. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 03-15-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size

    Amazing Flash

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Amazing Flash. easy to use, and great compact body.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Flash, Quality

    Great Flash!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Size

    Great flash

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good quality and easy to use, it literally fits in your pocket.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SeiryT,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our HVLF28RM flash. We're glad to hear that you're happy using our product and find it good quality. Thanks again for choosing Sony!

      If there is anything specific you would like to share or know about, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle

      3-10-2024

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality

    Lovin it

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JoOs, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear you are loving this flash and that it has been a great help with your portraits. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 01-12-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Sony Ecosystem

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    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.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Flash, Quality

    Good flashlight

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Pretty good flashlight for my Sony camera. Good price and quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Reinel, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback on this flash. Its great to hear its a good match for your Sony camera and that you are happy with its value and quality. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-29-23 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Mike Drop

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This flash is a great buy. just can't stop speaking about this flash. It's tiny and powerful

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi drobana, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We are happy to hear that you love our HVLF28RM external flash. We are also happy to hear that its flash producing performance meets your standard despite its small and compact body. These are the feedback that we really want to hear from our customers. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience. And thank you very much for choosing Sony. - Pakorn (Sony Social Support) Sony_US

  • Good

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    works good. Light weight product. Different lighting memory

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great camera flash

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product with many features and wasn’t expensive. It’s relatively compact so I don’t need a lot of space.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Battery life, Ease of use

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s very good, battery lasts very long, easy to use and great pics

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hi RocioB,

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our HVLF28RM External Flash and Remote Control. We're glad to hear that you find it to be of good quality and reliable to use. We take great pride in ensuring that our products are durable and reliable.

      If you have any other concerns or questions, feel free to contact us at 239-245-6360.

      Rubychelle,

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

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