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Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.

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Avg. Customer Rating:

4.5 stars

(based on 6 reviews)

100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:

Consistent output(3), Durable(3), Easy to use(4), Fast recycling(4), Lightweight(4)

Best Uses:

Fill flash(4), General purpose(5), Portraits(3)

Describe Yourself:

Enthusiast(3)

Just the right size

By ReadnFool

from Indianapolis, IN on 1/12/2011

Pros:

Lightweight, Powerful Output

Best Uses:

General Use

Describe Yourself:

Photo Enthusiast

Was this a gift?:

Yes

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.:

I like this better than the larger HVL-F58AM. While the 58 does have some nifty range of motion advantages, this smaller lighter flash sits better on top of the camera

A Flash from Blah to BANG!

By Brendan the Chef

from Ruidoso downs, nm on 8/19/2009

Pros:

Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile

Cons:

none

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.:

The Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras has been the most influential photography product I have added to my cache since I purchased my camera! This fantastic piece of technology has taken my photographic art from novice to professional in just one quick click of the button! This product is a must have for anyone who is serious about taking a great quality picture. I highly recommend this product for beginners to seasoned photographers!

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

great product .[...]

By irish guy

from roseville mi on 5/7/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Versatile

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.:

[...]

This ia a great product and easy to use

By Carol-Ann

from Havertown, Pennsylvania on 5/6/2009

Pros:

Durable, Easy To Use, Versatile, Wireless

Cons:

Heavy

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, Night Photography, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.:

The sony shoe mount flash is easy to use, is adjustable for fill or bounce light and the fact that it is wireless is a big plus.

HVL-F42AM Sony Flash

By DQ

from Toledo OH on 3/9/2009

Pros:

Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Versatile

Cons:

Not Interchangeable

Best Uses:

Fill Flash, General Use, Photojournalism, Portraits

Describe Yourself:

Semi-Professional

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.:

Good flash

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Good enough...

By Minoltian

from Seattle, WA. on 6/29/2008

Pros:

Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Versatile

Cons:

Power output

Best Uses:

Back-Up, General Use

Describe Yourself:

Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Sony Sony HVL-F42AM Shoe Mount Flash for the alpha Digital SLR Cameras, Guide Number 42.:

Although it doesn't have the power of the 5600 HS, it's versatility makes it a good value for the price.

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