flash for sony DSC-F828

Hi there everyone,

I am currently considering getting myself an external flash for my sony F828.
I'm not sure what to look for though really.

Seems there are two principle sony options: the HVL-F1000 and the HVL-F32X.

The first connects via an ACC cable, but the second will communicate via the hot
shoe, although has a lead if you don't want it on the shoe.

Both have tiltable heads, and integral (flip-down) diffusers.

Would a generic flash do the job just as well?

What should I look for?

I look forward to your learned and wise comments

James


P.S. not a thread for slagging off the 828, or digital format generally

 

so doesn't anyone have any comments on flashes generally?

Nothing?

At all?


So for once no one has ANYTHING to say?

I'm shocked!

 

Hi James,

I now have the HVL-F1000, though if I had the choice the F32X would be my
preferred choice as I believe it is more powerful and the head can be
swivelled. The good things about these are that full-compatibility with the
metering is ensured.

On your 828 you should be able to use any recent manual non-dedicated
flashgun,, (check the voltage though), as with the Fuji 6900;602, etc. Also,
with my F1000 it only shows power when connected to the operating camera and
so cannot use it as a slave unit, which I was hoping for :-(

I would also consider the Metz system and their dedicated modules, where if
you change into another system, all you require is a new module. See
www.metz.de I think or use google.

Also, for more useful info check out www.sonycams.com where more help can be
had.

Cheers,
Stephen