Sony HVL-F58AM High-Power Digital Camera Flash with Wireless Ratio Control and Quick Shift Bounce for Sony Alpha Digital SLR

Other products by Sony

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 3.1 x 4.9 inches ; 2.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001BRP0UG
• Item model number: HVL-F58AM
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank

  Popular in this category: (What's this?)

  #33 in

  Electronics > Camera & Photo > Flashes

• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2005

Product Description

Product Description

The Sony HVL-F58AM Flash Unit delivers flexible lighting control for α (alpha) DSLR photographers. The innovative new “Quick Shift Bounce” system allows the flash to pivot 90 degrees left and right to maintain a proper lighting position, even when shooting vertically. The HVL-F58AM can also wirelessly control up to three groups of flashes, and Wireless Ratio Control allows users to specify luminosity ratios for each group. Additionally, the HVL-F58AM features an effective range of more than 45 feet (14.5m) and a fast, 5 second recharge time. A built-in wide panel and bounce sheet provide an even greater degree of creative control.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this flash !, November 23, 2008

By	K. Dresang (Madison, WI USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this flash mainly to use on my A-700. I had been looking at the HVL-F42AM, but decided to spend more for the extra power. This flash is big, easy to use, has more features than I've had time to explore yet, is very quiet, has fast recycling time & best of all, it's cool how the head pivots. I bought this just in time to celebrate Halloween with my 1 yr. old grandson. The high-speed sych. worked great outdoors. I used it mostly for fill flash. Using indoors, the built in flash card works great when bouncing it off ceiling & walls which makes for a more natural looking picture with a little catch-light in the eyes. The wireless function works great also. I've used it off-camera (wireless)with another flash I own for even more fun. After having finally getting my hands on this flash & using it, I am well satisfied with my decision.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HVL-F58AM and A900, December 15, 2008

By	Steven S. Thomas "The Powerful Photography Coach" (San Jose, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The flash works perfectly with my A900. It recharges quickly and they work together to do a good job properly exposing images.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Flash, February 22, 2009

By	D. Clewley - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This unit works well. It is bright enough to light up a wide angle shot in a small hall with some ambient light, without blowing out close up shots. It has a fast recharge, and good color balance. I prefer the results obtained when using an aftermarket opaque white diffuser, reducing mirror/glass glare or "stars", and providing a more uniform exposure.