Compact, yet packed of features, the HVL-F32M External Flash from Sony is well-suited for use on mirrorless cameras as well as smaller DSLRs, or for those who are simply looking for a lightweight on-camera lighting solution. The flash balances power and size with a respectable guide number of 105' at ISO 100 and 105mm as well as an auto zoom range of 24-105mm on full-frame cameras, expandable to 15mm with the built-in wide-angle panel. Also, unit can tilt upward 90° as well as rotate 180° right and 90° left for bouncing light in horizontal and vertical shooting positions.

Another benefit of the flash is the ability to use it as either a wireless TTL controller or as a remote flash. This allows users to set up multiple flash units around their subject for more complex lighting setups. The HVL-F32M also has a comprehensive LCD panel on the back for viewing and changing settings as well as a charge progress indicator. Dust and water resistance is also a major feature of this unit along with high-speed, slow, first and second curtain synchronization settings. Additionally, it has a recycle time of 0.1 to 5 seconds and runs on 2 AA batteries. It comes with a terminal protector cap, mini-stand, and carrying case.

This unit is compatible with Sony's Multi Interface Shoe and is not natively compatible with the older Sony/Minolta Auto-Lock Accessory Shoe. Though, with the use of ADP-AMA Shoe Adapter, Sony cameras with the Auto-Lock Accessory Shoe can be adapted to use Multi Interface Shoe external flashes with full compatibility.

Flash Head

Guide Number104.99' / 32 m at ISO 100 (105 mm Position)

CoverageFull-Frame
24 to 105 mm
15 mm (with Wide-Angle Adapter)

Angle of Coverage23.3 to 84°
110° (with Wide-Angle Adapter)

Bounce Head-8 to +90°

Swivel Head270°

Recycle TimeApprox. 0.1 to 5 Seconds

Secondary IlluminationNone

Exposure Control

Exposure ControlADI / P-TTL

Flash ModesHi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync

Power Range1/1 to 1/128

Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)

Wireless

Wireless OperationOptical Pulse
Up to 16.4' / 5 m

Wireless Channels1

Wireless Groups1

Power

Internal Power2 x AA (Alkaline, NiMH)

External Power Pack CompatibleNo

General

MountShoe

Off-Camera TerminalNone

Dimensions (W x H x D)2.6 x 4.7 x 3.2" / 66 x 119 x 82 mm

Weight8.29 oz / 235 g (without Batteries)

Packaging Info

Package Weight0.9 lb

Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.1 x 4.6 x 3.8"

• 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
• Continuous flash performance of 40 flashes at 5 Hz with normal flash at 1/32 power and the 105mm setting
• Built-in bounce card for creating catchlights
• Auto zoom function will recognize and adjust for sensor size
• Color temperature of approximately 5500K
• Wireless channel is fixed to channel 1
• Power saving mode
• Charge progress indicator switches from red, orange, yellow, and green to show current status
• Manual flash control from 1/1 to 1/128 power in 1/3 EV steps
• Battery life of about 120-150 flashes
• Locking hot shoe

• Sony HVL-F32M External Flash

• Connector Protect Cap

• Mini-Stand

• Carrying Case