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2008-05-07T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

: Good price compared to other flashes

: Good price compared to other flashes (used to be $299!)This is the most bang of the buck flash available from Sony. Don't expect much out of it since it's an entry level one. The flash comes with a diffuser, case and a flash stand, which is very nice.

shalomou

2008-04-01T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

New Flash Alternative

I just received it last week and am really enjoying using it. Pricey but worth it.

Dave

2008-01-20T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Wireless Flash

I love being able to use it wireless. Also works great as bounce flash.

Nathan

2007-11-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Flash

This is a very good flash unit. If you are thinking of buying the HVL-F36AM unit, spend the extra money and get this unit. It has more features than you will ever use and all the features that you ever will. If there is anything that I could criticize this flash for, is, the guide number could be higher.

Roy D.

2007-07-18T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great unit!

My first flash unit, but loving it so far. Great for those times you are caught with not enough natural light. Love that I can angle in lots of directions to bounce the light.

happyphotomom

2007-05-07T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best flash for the Sony Alpha.

This product is exactly what I needed to grow as a photographer.

Wesley

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Sony HVL-F56AM Digital Camera Wireless Flash, Guide Number 56 at 85mm position, ISO 100. Specifications

  • Type:

    Auto Locking Accessory Shoe Connection

  • Guide Number:

    56 (at 85mm position, ISO 100)

  • Zoom Range:

    24mm to 85mm, 17mm with wide panel

  • Bounce Capability:

    Able to bounce up and down

  • Swivel Capability:

    Yes, left and right

  • Auto Settings:

    Auto zoom

  • Dimensions (W x H x D):


    3 1/8 x 5 1/4 x 4 inches (W 77.5 x H 131 x D 99.5mm)

  • Weight:

    Approx: 13.1oz (370g)

  • Special Features:

    High accuracy ADI in combination with D Lens (lens with built-in distance encoder)
    High-speed synchronization feature for synching with high-speed shutters

  • Power supply

    AA batteries

  • Wireless Flash

    Yes

  • Wide Angle Panel

    Covers angles of field up to 17 mm lens when using included wide panel

About Sony HVL-F56AM Digital Camera Wireless Flash, Guide Number 56 at 85mm position, ISO 100.

FEATURED REVIEWS

: Good price compared to other flashes

By shalomou

: Good price compared to other flashes (used to be $299!)This is the most bang of the buck flash available from Sony. Don't expect much out of it since it's an entry level one. The flash comes with a diffuser, case and a flash stand, which is very nice.

Excellent Flash

By Roy D.

This is a very good flash unit. If you are thinking of buying the HVL-F36AM unit, spend the extra money and get this unit. It has more features than you will ever use and all the features that you ever will. If there is anything that I could criticize this flash for, is, the guide number could be higher.

• Get outstanding flash coverage from the Sony HVL-F56AM Digital Camera Flash. With features like selectable light levels and high-speed synchronization, you can be sure your subjects will be filled with enough light to express the mood you are trying to express.

You can easily control the specific light and the number of flash emissions from this comprehensive flash solution. The HVL-F56AM Digital Camera Flash from Sony works great with high speed shutters, making it ideal for a wide vaiety of situations.

Compatible Models: DSC-F505V, DSC-F707, DSC-F717, DSC-F828, DSC-R1, DSC-S70, DSC-S75, DSC-S85, DSC-V1, DSC-V3, DSLR-A100, DSLR-A100K, MVC-CD1000, MVC-CD200, MVC-CD250, MVC-CD300, MVC-CD400, MVC-CD500, MVC-FD90, MVC-FD92, MVC-FD95, MVC-FD97

(*DSC-F505V, DSC-F707, DSC-F717, DSC-S70, DSC-S75, DSC-S85, MVC-CD1000, MVC-CD200, MVC-CD250, MVC-CD300, MVC-CD400, MVC-FD90, MVC-FD92, MVC-FD95 and MVC-FD97 require use of ACC Cable (included)

Sony HVL-F56AM Digital Camera Wireless Flash, Guide Number 56 at 85mm position, ISO 100. Features

  • Auto zoom
  • Auto locking foot
  • Wireless flash
  • High-speed synchronization
  • Selectable light levels
  • Wireless flash
  • Bouncing in all directions
  • Modeling flash
  • Multiple flash emissions
  • Specific light control