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Model:
HVLF20M
SKU:
8941266
Your price for this item is $34.99
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Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 163 reviews

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  • Value

    Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

  • Ease of Use

    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers enjoy the HVLF20M Flash for its compact size, compatibility with Sony cameras, and easy-to-use features. It is also lightweight and has a bounce feature that is useful for indoor photography. However, some customers have concerns about its battery life and recommend keeping extra batteries on hand.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Will get the job done

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

    If you need a flash in an environment where you don't want to carry your bulky flashes, this will work fine. It's not the strongest flash out there, but it doesn't claim to be. The winning feature of this flash is the compact size. The only gripe I have is the lack of a power button. It turns on when you lift it, which is fine on the camera, but if you want to store it flat, it stays on for a while. Luckily, there's an auto off timer, so that you can store it flat to save space in your bag. Alternatively, you can just take the batteries out, but over time that would put a lot of stress on that plastic battery door.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flash for my Sony A7c

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

    Bought this external flash for my Sony a7c. Rarely use it cuz the lens I’m using is a sony 35mm 1.8. With a large aperture, i have no trouble using it in less light situation. But just in case, i have this external flash to rely on. Always carry it in my camera bag because of it size.

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

      Hi Yogi, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are happy to hear that you are enjoying this flash and that it has been both user friendly and reliable. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 12-01-23 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great flash for A6400

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s not as bright as other Sony flash’s but small light and perfectly pairs with the A6400

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sony Flash

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

    Sony makes a great product. This glad is not as powerful as my Nikon flash, but it is compact and lightweight.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent results

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

    After reading several online reviews, I bought this unit as an open box item and saved $40 ! Item was in excellent, new condition in original packaging, etc. I have used it on my a6000 and am completely satisfied with the results! This flash is compact and when kept in the closed position, fits perfectly in my case with the camera, and 3 lenses. No issues from me with this item, would recommend this item as a step up from the built in flash on the camera.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flash, lighting

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

    Absolutely love this flash the battery are a long lasting and it’s so easy to attach to your camera and works so good one of the best flashes I’ve had and the price is amazing

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi JaneaJ, 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 this flash. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 02-16-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great flash

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

    Very good middle of the road flash. Lightweight reasonably bright and easy to use. Good price also.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Super lite flash

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

    A key point of an A6300 is small and light. Perfect lens for close in. Great bounce feature. Really nice color rendition.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony Flash

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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.

    This flash is very compact, that is the main reason I purchased it for my Sony A6000, it works very well.

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

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    6 out of 10

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

    compact, easy to use . needs more power to impress

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It does the job for a good price

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

    Bought it open box which was a great price. Does what i need and does a noticeably better job then the built in flash on the A6000 i bought for my girlfriend

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

      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.

      Thank you for your feedback on our HVLF20RM flash. We're glad to hear that our product meets your needs and its been working well for you. 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

      1-7-2023

      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Flash

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Overall flash works well.

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

    Purchased flash for use with my Sony A6000. Flash works well for most setting. Noted in some instances flash would over expose images for an over bright subject. Adjusting the distance between subject camera settings helped to even out the flash light . However, flash is still a good addition to the camera in low light settings.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Warm

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    Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The battery situation is annoying and they run out fast, but it gives a nice warm light.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ppoe,
      Sony commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority.
      Thank you for sharing your feedback about the HVLF20M flash. We are glad to hear that you liked the warm light it produces. We suggest using AAA lithium-ion batteries for better performance. Thank you for choosing Sony.
      Regards,
      Larry
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy use

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excelente I love how easy it is to assemble and disassemble. Putting in the batteries is quick.

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

    Excellent as a fill-in flash

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

    This is a very small flash and very portable. There is no reason not to have an additional source of light to fill in a pinch. It performs very well and gives a good balanced light within a short distance. You can also bounce the light which is very effective when need an additional light to remove facial shadows.

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

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Not sure

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

    It’s good for me but I also not used it in the dark

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    On/off switch

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Nice compact flash unit

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

    Needed a flash in a pinch and wasn't ready to pony up $300+ for the nicer, more featured Sony flash for my A7ii. This unit does exactly what it's supposed to, but I do wish it had an on/off switch rather than flipping it up and down to power it up.

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flash

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

    One of most have at my camera to go bag very useful works great

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

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Makes a big difference

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

    I use this flash on a Sony Nex 6. Whether using a wide angle lens or the 55-210mm lens this flash works extremely well. Set it to bounce or straight it gives the right amount of light to shoot in a dimly lit room.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Backup Flash

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Came in handy before an event, highly needed. Ive since upgraded, but it stays nearby as a close backup.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi TonyW, Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Its great to hear this flash is working great for you. Thank you for choosing Sony. -Linda 01-12-24 Sony Social Support Sony_US