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• Sony HVL-F45RM Wireless Radio Flash
  • First Look: Sony FE 2.8/100mm STF, FE 1.8/85mm, and HVL-F45RM Flash
  Equipped with a built-in 2.4 GHz radio transceiver, the HVL-F45RM Wireless Radio Flash from Sony will help users quickly create portable lighting setups with complete support for P-TTL / ADI metering. This flash can be set as a commander or a remote that fully supports Sony's existing radio commanders and receivers, including ratio control, the ability to work with up to 15 flashes in five groups, and access to 14 channels. The flash works within Sony's optical wireless flash system as well, where it is also able to operate as either a commander or remote unit.
  
  Improving upon the previous model, the HVL-F45RM reduces size and weight by over 10% while improving the guide number to 148' at ISO 100 and 105mm and improving the recycle time to 2.5 seconds. Full bounce capabilities are available as well with tilt from -8 to 150° and a total of 360° of rotation. Also, it has a zoom head of 24-105mm which can be expanded to 15mm with a pull-out diffusion panel alongside an LED light useful for video. The flash offers vastly improved controls via the rear LCD, including customizable buttons and flash distribution and memory settings. Additionally, the flash has a dust- and moisture-resistant construction.
  • Equipped with a 2.4 GHz radio transceiver, the HVL-F45RM is able to operate as either a radio commander or remote as part of Sony's radio wireless system, including the FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander and FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receiver. This system has an operating range of 98' and does not require line-of-sight. Also, it will support up to 15 flashes in five groups on one of 14 channels. Additionally, it has full support for Sony's P-TTL / ADI metering system, including high-speed sync and ratio control.
    
    Compatible Cameras:
    a7 II
    a7R II
    a7S II
    a99 II
    a6500
  • Advance Distance Integration (ADI) flash metering works with cameras and lenses with distance encoders to more accurately balance flash output with ambient light and subject reflectivity by taking camera-to-subject distance into account
  • Support for optical wireless TTL in both commander or remote modes with up to three groups in one of four channels.
  • Compared to its predecessor, the HVL-F45RM has a reduction in size and weight of greater than 10%, making it ideal for use on smaller camera bodies, such as the mirrorless a7 series.
  • Guide number of 148' at ISO 100 and 105mm with the ability to produce approximately 210 full-power flashes on a single set of batteries.
  • The flash is equipped with an 5500K LED light with an output of 400 lux at 1.6' / 0.5m and 10 power levels. It has coverage for 35mm lenses and will illuminate subjects approximately 3.3' / 1m away when set to ISO 3200 and f/5.6 during movie shooting. Additionally, it will run for about 4 hours on a fully charged set of batteries.
  • Flash head offers -8 to 150° of tilt along with a total of 360° of rotation for full bounce flash capabilities.
  • Offers a high-visibility dot-matrix LCD and tab-structure menu. Also, the main Quick Navi control interface provides more direct control over commonly accessed settings. Additionally, the main keys can be reprogrammed to rapidly access specific settings.
  • Can fire continuously for up to 40 flashes at a rate of 10 flashes per second.
  • Slow, high-speed, 1st and 2nd curtain sync is supported on cameras with TTL communication.
  • Zoom head of 24-105mm as well as a pull-out diffusion panel which covers 15mm.
  • Flash distribution settings of standard, center (guide number priority), and even (wide angle priority) will adjust how the flash affects the scene or subject.
  • Two memory settings are available for near instant recall of different setups.
  • Manual flash control from 1/1 to 1/128 power in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps.
  • Recycle time of 0.1-2.5 seconds.
  • Pull-out bounce card.
  • Micro-USB port can be used for firmware updates.
  • Compatible with Sony Multi Interface Shoe.
  • Dust and moisture-resistant construction for operating in less-than-ideal environments.
  UPC: 027242903289
• Sony HVL-F60RM Wireless Radio Flash
  • First Look: Sony FE 2.8/100mm STF, FE 1.8/85mm, and HVL-F45RM Flash
  Powerful and connected, the HVL-F60RM Wireless Radio Flash from Sony has been equipped with a built-in 2.4 GHz radio transceiver to allow photographers to quickly create portable lighting setups with complete support for P-TTL / ADI metering. This flash can be set as a commander or a remote that fully supports Sony's existing radio commanders and receivers, including ratio control, the ability to work with up to 15 flashes in five groups, and access to 14 channels. The flash works within Sony's optical wireless flash system as well, where it is also able to operate as either a commander or remote unit.
  
  Compared to its predecessor, and in addition to the added radio transceiver, the HVL-F60RM also has improved overheating protection for more consistent and reliable performance. It has a guide number of 197' at ISO 100 and 105mm, along with an improved recycle time of 1.7 seconds. Full bounce capabilities are available, too, with tilt from -8 to 150° and a total of 180° of rotation. Also, it has a zoom head of 20-200mm which can be widened to 14mm with a pull-out diffusion panel. The front-facing LED light has been updated and can now also be used as an AF illuminator with E-mount mirrorless cameras for more reliable, faster focusing in low-light conditions. Additionally, the flash also has a dust- and moisture-resistant construction along with a durable metal foot.
  • Equipped with a 2.4 GHz radio transceiver, the HVL-F60RM is able to operate as either a radio commander or remote as part of Sony's radio wireless system, including the FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander and FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receiver. This system has an operating range of 98' and does not require line-of-sight. Also, it will support up to 15 flashes in five groups on one of 14 channels. Additionally, it has full support for Sony's P-TTL / ADI metering system, including high-speed sync and ratio control.
    
    Compatible Cameras:
    • a9
    • a7R III
    • a7R II
    • a7S II
    • a99 II
    • a6500
  • Advance Distance Integration (ADI) flash metering works with cameras and lenses with distance encoders to more accurately balance flash output with ambient light and subject reflectivity by taking camera-to-subject distance into account
  • Support for optical wireless TTL in both commander or remote modes with up to three groups in one of four channels.
  • Guide number of 197' at ISO 100 and 105mm with the ability to produce approximately 220 full-power flashes on a single set of batteries.
  • The flash is equipped with a built-in LED light with an output of 1200 lux at 1.6' / 0.5m. Additionally, it can also be used as an AF illuminator to support faster autofocus performance in low-light conditions.
  • Flash head offers -8 to 150° of tilt along with a total of 180° of rotation for full bounce flash capabilities.
  • Up to 220 full-power flashes are possible per set of batteries.
  • Compared to its predecessor, the HVL-F60RM has twice the resistance to overheating due to updated materials and algorithms.
  • Dust and moisture-resistant construction enables its use in harsh environments and a durable metal shoe has been added for improved mounting stability.
  • Offers a high-visibility dot-matrix LCD and tab-structure menu. Also, the main Quick Navi control interface provides more direct control over commonly accessed settings. Additionally, the main keys can be reprogrammed to rapidly access specific settings.
  • Slow, high-speed, 1st and 2nd curtain sync is supported on cameras with TTL communication.
  • Zoom head of 20-200mm as well as a pull-out diffusion panel which covers 14mm.
  • Flash distribution settings of standard, center (guide number priority), and even (wide-angle priority) will adjust how the flash affects the scene or subject.
  • Two memory settings are available for near instant recall of different setups.
  • Manual flash control from 1/1 to 1/128 power in 1/3 or 1/2 EV steps.
  • Recycle time of 0.1-1.7 seconds. If used with the optional FA-EBA1 external battery pack, recycle times can be reduced to just 0.6 seconds.
  UPC: 027242911758
• Sony FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander
  • First Look: Sony FE 2.8/100mm STF, FE 1.8/85mm, and HVL-F45RM Flash
  Create a versatile and reliable off-camera flash setup by picking up the FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander from Sony. Able to quickly and easily slide into the Multi Interface Shoe of your compatible Sony camera, this device provides effective remote control of up to 15 separately available FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receivers or radio-equipped RM-series flashes from up to 98.4' away thanks to a 2.4 GHz radio system. This configuration also permits operation without requiring line of sight with all the units involved. Additionally, it has access to 14 channels for avoiding interference with other radio triggering systems in the vicinity as well as up to 5 groups for precise control over your lights.
  
  The major benefit of the Wireless Radio Commander is remote control over your flash's settings. This includes exposure compensation, flash power from 1/1 to 1/256, zoom, and more. Along with this, the radio system has full compatibility with Sony's TTL method and supports High-Speed Sync at up to 1/8000 second. Other flashes can be triggered in a manual mode and a PC sync terminal is available for connecting to various strobes and other lights. In addition to all of this, the Commander is equipped with a Multi Terminal for connection and controlling other cameras.
  
  This Commander unit is dust and moisture resistant in order to hold up in less-than-ideal environments much like the cameras. Additionally, it runs on 2 AA batteries.
  Compatible Cameras
  • • a7 II
    • a7R II
    • a7S II
    • a99 II
    • a6500
    Compatible Flash Equipment
    • • FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receiver
      • HVL-F45RM
      Features
      • • 2.4 GHz radio system has an effective range of 98.4' and can operate without direct line of sight
        • Three exposure control settings including TTL, manual, and group
        • Works with up to 15 separately available FA-WRR1 Wireless Radio Receivers
        • Fourteen channels and up to five groups are available
        • Exposure compensation, flash power, zoom, and other functions are available
        • Power control settings from 1/1 to 1/256 in 1/3 stops
        • TTL and High-Speed Sync at up to 1/8000 second are supported
        • Manual triggering of flashes is possible
        • Test flash button
        • PC sync terminal for connecting strobes and monolights
        • Multi Terminal connector for using separately available VMC-MM1 Multi Terminal Cable to trigger select cameras
        • Dust and moisture-resistant construction for operating in less-than-ideal environments
        UPC: 027242900349
      In the Box
      • HVL-F45RM Wireless Radio Flash vbwtyqwwbfwczqsfucfvxywqrb
      • Terminal Protector Cap
      • Mini-Stand
      • Carrying Case
      • Limited 1-Year Warranty
      • HVL-F60RM Wireless Radio Flash vbwtyqwwbfwczqsfucfvxywqrb
      • FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander
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• Sony HVL-F45RM Wireless Radio Flash

  Mount	Shoe
  Guide No.	147.64' / 45 m ISO 100 at 105 mm Position
  Exposure Control	ADI / P-TTL, Manual
  Vari-Power	1/1 to 1/128
  Bounce Head	-8 to +150°
  Swivel Head	360°
  Coverage	15 - 105 mm (Full Frame)
  Zoom Head	Full Frame: 24 - 105 mm
  Recycle Time	Approximately 0.1 to 2.5 Seconds
  Flash Duration	0.0017 sec @ Full Power
  Flash-Ready Indicator	Yes
  Compensation	-3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
  Wireless Operation	Method: RF Distance: Up to 98.43' / 30 m Method: Optical Pulse Distance: Up to 16.40' / 5 m
  Wireless Communication Channels	14 Channels
  Wireless Groups	5 Groups
  Power Source	4 x AA Alkaline, Rechargeable NiMH Batteries
  Dimensions (W x H x D)	2.7 x 4.5 x 3.5" / 69.4 x 113.7 x 88.3 mm
  Weight	11.18 oz / 317 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.9 x 5.4 x 4.5"

• Sony HVL-F60RM Wireless Radio Flash

  Mount	Shoe
  Guide No.	196.85' / 60 m ISO 100 at 105 mm Position
  Exposure Control	ADI / P-TTL, Manual
  Angle of Coverage	84° - 23.3° Wide-Angle Adapter: 110°
  Vari-Power	Manual: 1/1 to 1/256
  Bounce Head	-8 to -150°
  Swivel Head	180°
  Coverage	14 - 200 mm (Full Frame)
  Zoom Head	Full Frame: 24 - 105 mm
  Off-Camera Terminal	PC, Proprietary
  Recycle Time	Approximately 0.1 to 1.7 Seconds
  Flash-Ready Indicator	Yes
  Compensation	-3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 and 1/2 EV steps)
  Wireless Operation	Method: RF Distance: Up to 98.43' / 30 m Method: Optical Pulse Distance: Up to 16.40' / 5 m
  Wireless Communication Channels	14 Channels
  Wireless Groups	5 Groups
  Power Source	4 x AA Alkaline, Rechargeable NiMH Batteries

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.5 x 6.5 x 4.3"

• Sony FA-WRC1M Wireless Radio Commander

  Channels	14
  Groups	5
  Wireless Range	98' / 30 m
  Radio Frequency	2.4 GHz

  Control Modes	Group, Manual, TTL
  Power Settings	1/1 to 1/256 (1/3-Stop Intervals)

  Ports	1 x PC Sync 1 x Micro-USB

  Battery Type	2 x AA

  Operating Temperature	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
  Storage Temperature	-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C

  Dimensions	2.3 x 2.6 x 3.3" / 58 x 65.8 x 83.7 mm (Transmitter)
  Weight	3.3 oz / 93 g

  Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.0 x 4.7 x 4.2"

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