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Rating 4.8 out of 5 stars with 108 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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99%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the HVL-F45RM External Flash for its compatibility with various Sony cameras, especially the a6400. They appreciate its user-friendly design, describing it as easy to use without any complaints. The flash's video light and wireless capability for off-camera use are also highly regarded, making it a versatile tool for photographers and videographers.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great flash for the Sony Alpha cameras.

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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 am using this flash with the Sony A7III. It is very easy to use and the recycle time is quick.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flashlight

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

    It’s was nice flashlight and I have great time using it

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Luxury Item

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

    This item works just as described if not better. The only downside is the cost and the fact that in order to use it off camera you have to purchase the Sony trigger which is no cheap buy. There are other options out there but there is a reason why professionals pay extra for the Sony. This definitely a little luxury purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Kacy,
      Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy that you are enjoying the flash.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Flash

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony did great item

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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.

    It wonderful, much power light strobe, designed for professional, is not chip,but a have experiences work with it. That much better instead chip items, faster charge, strong strobe, intelligent direct on a camera

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy that you are enjoying the performance of the flash.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Expensive but still worth

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

    Well, it's Sony, so expect it's expensive. You can get similar 3rd party flash for 1/2-1/3 price. But it's from Sony, you don't need to worry about the compatibility and quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Versitle flash on- and off-camera

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

    I purchased the F45RM when, after 11 years, my faithful F56AM finally died. The F45RM is a worthy replacement. The head is fully articulating and has a built-in diffuser and small bounce card that can be deployed alone or together. The F45RM comes with a mounting stand for easy use as a remote slave flash and can be triggered by radio (FA-WRC1M) or optical signal from a master on-camera flash. I use an F20M as an optical trigger. The control wheel and function and menu buttons are intuitive and familiar to anyone using an E-mount camera. The sliding lock lever on the F45RM is much nicer than the lock wheel on the F20M.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good flash for both indoor and outdoor

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

    It is powerful enough for outdoor use to even out the lighting. The angle adjustment is solid and easy to adjust. I just wish the flash come with filter to soften up the flash.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Wow this is bright.

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

    I don't do a lot of flash photography, but this is a lot brighter than I was expecting. I end up using off angle flash for most photography now.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for poor light

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

    If you have poor lighting this flash is great! It does however capture the background color into the photos so you gotta be careful and know how to use the flash

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Flash

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

    Its worth the price. I got it for $299.99 in bundle. The Flash is great with Sony a7rii. You can see the difference in the shots taken with and without flash.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It's a great product try and see for yourself

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

    I have got couple of flash light in the past but since a bought this at bestbuy Oakdale my flash issues have been resolved. Nate the Supervisor here is great.The item wasn't in store but he actually turn water into wine but driving over to bestbuy roseville to pickup the item for me.Kudos Nate and keep up the good work. I mean there are some great customer service specialist in this location like Charlie, Smurf and a few others that I can't remember thier names.Kudos guy's keep up the great job.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    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.

    I love this flash, it’s absolutely worth the money. Very satisfied with the ease of use and functionality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Andrea,
      Thank You for sharing your experience with us. Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. We're happy that you are enjoying the flash.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flash

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice Sony flash, works well on automatic, I do not use the manual functions

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    This Sony flash is awesome.

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

    Great, easy to use flash for the Sony alpha cameras. Perfect size and functionality.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Happy with Sony flash for portrait photography

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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 that works very well. I have used it with the SOny commander and very easy to use.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Larry,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are excited to hear that you are enjoying our products.
      -Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony External Flash worth the buy

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

    I was hesitant to purchase this, but glad I did for my Sony a7sii. It is easy to use and setup, and is not as heavy as I anticipated.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    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.

    Really like this flash with the a7iii. Especially with the latest camera patch to allow on camera menu control.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good flash

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

    My favorite part about this flash is it’s flashlight and it’s high speed sync. I wish this flash could automatically connect to my Sony camera when it’s off camera.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Performs as expected and...

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

    ...anticipated. All reviews reflect my limited experience with this unit thus far. Perfect match for my A99ii.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome Flash

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

    Great looking flash and works very well with the A7R cameras. Don’t be cheap and use Sony products with Sony cameras.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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