Description

The Sony HVL-F60M is a high-output speedlight for Sony Alpha cameras, combining dedicated flash with a continuous LED video light for both stills and video work. Fresh 4-packs of AA batteries can be added to the hire.

Flash Performance

Guide number 60 gives an effective range over 90ft (28m), tested at ISO 100, 105mm. High Speed Synchronization syncs the flash from 1/500 to 1/4000 sec for freezing fast motion, and Stroboscopic mode fires multiple times within a single exposure for capturing repeated motion in one frame.

Video Light and Control

A built-in LED light (1200 lux at 0.5m) lets an operator check light and shadow before shooting. Quick Navi control and a large dot-matrix LCD keep the interface familiar to Alpha shooters, and Wireless Ratio Control manages up to three flash groups. Automatic focal length adjustment covers 24-105mm with a slide-out wide panel extending to 15mm, and Auto White Balance compensation sends colour temperature data to the camera.

Build

Dust and moisture-resistant sealing covers the body, LCD, mounting foot and key joints. A built-in diffuser, colour conversion filter (to ~3200K) and slide-out bounce sheet round out the light-shaping options, with a foldable mini-stand included.