Sony HVLF32X External AutoProgrammable Flash for MVCCD500D, DSCV1/V3/R1 Cameras | 
| Brand: Sony
List Price: $199.99
Buy New: $127.19
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Rating:  31 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries: 4
Batteries Included: No
Battery: 4 AA
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
Dimensions (in): 8.6 x 4.8 x 4.7
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: HVL-F32X
Model: HVL-F32X
UPC: 027242621541
EAN: 0027242621541
ASIN: B0000996BZ
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Equipped with advanced ACC shoe allowing communication with camera without cable | | • | Included cable allows compatibility with ACC terminal | | • | Equipped with backlight LCD for improved operation | | • | Directly compatible with MVCCD500D | | • | DSC-F505V, F707, F717, S70, S75, S85 and MVC-FD90, FD92, FD95, FD97, CD200, CD250, CD300, CD400, CD1000 require use of ACC Cable |
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Product Description
advanced automatic pre-flash exposure control * automatic flash compensation for attached conversion lenses * backlit LCD information panel * provides flash coverage for subjects up to 32 feet away * flash head can be tilted up to 90 degrees for bounce flash * built-in wide-angle pull-down panel for even illumination when shooting with wide-angle lenses * 6 manual flash mode settings (full power to 1/32 power) * autofocus assist beam *
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| Customer Reviews: Read 26 more reviews...
 A Must Have Accessory for the Sony DSC-F828 January 12, 2004
38 out of 38 found this review helpful
This is an excellent flash. The built-in flash on the F828 is okay, but the HVLF32X flash vastly improves the quality of indoor and evening shots. I can tilt the flash up and use the built-in diffuser to backlight an entire living room, yet keep the subjects in the foreground properly exposed. Group shots turn out great as the light is bright and spreads out wide and even. This flash can illuminate an entire living room, or put light on close ups with just the proper exposure. A great convenience is that when this flash is attached to the F828, the F828 automatically switches to an external flash mode and disables the built-in flash. No need to fumble with the settings. Another convenience is that it uses easy to find and stock AA batteries.
 You'll Love This Flash July 3, 2004
MERTMAG (Visalia, CA USA)
33 out of 33 found this review helpful
What an excellent addition to the DSC-F828! For a flash with all these features it is a bargain. The focus assist lamp works great even in low light. The bounce ability gives your indoor shots the look of soft natural light. The 40ft plus distance is great. The modeling function is an added plus. What more could you ask for in an external flash. Why only 4 stars for such a fantastic flash? The thing sucks up batteries like there's no tomorrow. Get some rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries, a charger and your set.
Powerful smart flash, no more "Red-Eye" January 26, 2006
James Hatsis (Greensboro, GA USA)
32 out of 34 found this review helpful
I bought it for my Sony DSC-f828 and now use it with my DSC-R1. I love this flash. If you have a Sony DSC-F828 or DSC-R1 then this flash will work with your cameras through the lens metering system. The flash will also assist with low light auto focus by using the built in LED's beneath the main flash head.
The flash mounts on hot shoe on the right side of the camera body providing a nice balance feel to the camera and more importantly; by the flash being offset from the center of the lens it eliminates that dreaded red eye you can get while using the built in flash.
There is also an optional diffuser that pops down over the flash for wide angle shots. This lifts up and stores in a special slot above the flash head where it can't get lost but it's always there when you need it. The flash can be used in full "Auto" mode or you can manually adjust the settings. the features in this flash are usually found in units costing many $$$ more, and this Flash communicates with your camera to get that perfect shot every time.
My only complaint with this flash is it does not use rechargeable batteries. I wish Sony had designed it to use the same battery as the camera (like they do with some models of video camera lights) This would be a great idea.
This flash operates on four AA batteries. I have tried all brands I could find and my best results (ie: quickest recycle times) were with Energizer e2 series batteries. This is not meant to plug the batteries, just to save you time trying them all out yourself.
Here's more from the Sony site:
Get outstanding flash coverage of up to 32 feet with this Deluxe Sony High Grade Flash. Offers innovative built-in model light mode, manual lighting control for increased creativity and a bounce and tilt head with built-in diffuser for easy use. Advanced automatic TTL Pre-Flash exposure control is offered through the dedicated hot shoe connector.
* Equipped with advanced ACC shoe allowing communication with camera without cable
* Included cable allows compatibility with ACC terminal
* Equipped with back light LCD for improved operation
* Power: 4 AA sized alkaline batteries
* 6 level manual flash selection
* Pre-flash adjustment: detects appropriate exposure before firing flash
* Allows detection when conversion lens attached
* AF assist lamp allows AF photography even when subject is too dark
* Test flash: sets the focal length of light adjustment sensor by DSC data, then fires the test flash
* Red-eye reduction, bounce flash function, equipped with wide panel, modeling flash
Greatly Improves shots March 31, 2004
J. Alberto Gratacos (SAN JUAN, PR Puerto Rico)
28 out of 28 found this review helpful
I use it on my Mavica CD500 and on my wife's DSC-V1 and we are both very pleased with it. Because it communicates with the camera, it fires a pre-flash to determine ideal exposure and then takes the shot. The pictures look like if they were taken during daytime, not with a centered, white "burn" that makes the picture more bidimensional. It's strong enough that when used during daylight it fills the shadows (i.e. under the eyes).
Exellent, but... November 15, 2004
Coronado Y. C. Francis (Gua)
14 out of 18 found this review helpful
I use this flash with a DSC-F828, great twin, but I have an important dislike, the 4 AA batterys are too poor like surce of energy and meke the time between shots too long, specialy in crutial moments. I'm really happy with this product, but this problem make me take one star away.
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