Compared with camera and lens products that release new products every year, flash is very durable. As long as the flash index is enough, I don't care much about the old and the new. For ordinary users, the complicated operation and setting of the flash, as well as its huge volume and weight, are the real pain points in use. Recently, Sony Needle introduced a new flash HVL——F28RM, which is mainly designed for compact micro-cameras, focusing on intelligence and portability. We also obtained the commercial version of this product to understand how powerful this "small" flash is.
appearance design
Compared with the "traditional" flash, Sony HVL-F28RM flash is undoubtedly light. Whether it is volume, height or weight, it has shrunk to a great extent. With α7 series micro camera, the overall visual effect is more harmonious. When used together, the center of gravity of the camera is relatively centered, and it can be easily operated with one hand.
The control settings of Sony HVL-F28RM smart flash are clear and easy to understand. Although there are no LCD display parameters, the flash operation interface can be displayed on the camera screen to control flash compensation, brightness ratio and other flash parameters.
Although the flash lamp is compact in shape, it still provides the maximum lamp holder folding stroke of 120 degrees. When operating, press and hold the "Push" button on the right and flip it to the corresponding angle, so as to realize different light refraction angles. In addition, the eye plate and wide version in the lamp holder area are still designed in a hidden way, and can be used after being pulled out.
Sony HVL-F28RM smart flash is powered by two 5th batteries. Ordinary Fu Nan batteries can provide sufficient and lasting power, reduce the weight of products and greatly reduce the use cost.
Sony HVL-F28RM smart flash adopts a unique Mi hot shoe base, which can exchange more data and information with the camera and realize more function settings. At the same time, in order to achieve better sealing, in addition to the sliding lock design, the interface part is also designed with a unique silicone protective sleeve.
performance measurement
Flash can not only achieve the effect of "filling light", but also improve the "texture" of the subject by using light. We also compare the actual effect by shooting samples. The shooting environment simulates the common unidirectional light source.
One-way ambient light real shot, automatic white balance, no flash, aperture priority.
Auto White Balance, Forced Flash, Aperture Priority
White balance flash, forced flash, aperture priority
White balance color temperature 5500K, forced flash, aperture priority.
By comparing the proofs, we can easily see the difference in the effect of photos under different settings. In the ambient light environment, although the white balance is automatic, the foreground objects show obvious light-dark ratio, the transition between light and dark is stiff, and the dolls in the background are not stereoscopic enough. In contrast, after the Sony HVL-F28RM smart flash is turned on, even if the depth is not set, the last three samples taken at the same angle can well depict the details and overall texture of the subject. The advantages of this flash can be seen from the details such as the thick lines of tables and chairs in the foreground, the texture of dolls and the transition of light and shadow in the background.
Although Sony HVL-F28RM smart flash is small in size, its output power is unambiguous. According to official data, the flash index of the 50mm end is basically consistent with the high-end performance. When using compact Quan Huafu microchip, such as α7c, the performance is more than enough. In addition, through intelligent algorithm, Sony HVL-F28RM can also achieve stable flash output, effectively improving continuous shooting's flash capability.
Sony HVL-F28RM smart flash has the wireless flash function of up to 15 flash, which realizes complex lighting environment settings and meets the lighting creation requirements in various harsh environments.
Summarize and analyze
Despite its small size, the overall performance of Sony HVL-F28RM is excellent. Intelligent setting and control can help users achieve the desired lighting effect quickly. Its appearance also makes up for the shooting difficulty of compact micro-camera in poor light environment. With the help of the light of Sony HVL-F28RM, our camera can also try to create more diversified images, and the texture of the images will be effectively improved. Finally, I also want to tell you: you have to believe in light!