hiepphotog wrote:
The Sony F60RM2 is often called bulky, but it’s similar in size to the Godox V1 and lighter than the Godox V100—both staples for wedding and event photographers. At 70mm zoom, Fstoppers noted it’s 0.2–0.5 stops brighter than the V1 in standard and GS modes. Ken Rockwell’s tests showed it matches the V100’s power at 105mm. Its standout 200mm zoom, 0.5 stops brighter than the V100’s 105mm max zoom, mimics a Better Beamer or MagBeam, ideal for long-distance lighting in creative event setups. So IMO, compact, powerful, and versatile, the F60RM2 is a top contender.
To effectively use the Sony F60RM2 as an OCF with GS, you’ll need either the F28RM or F46RM/A as a controller. While the F46RM/A is about 1 stop less powerful (per KR’s measurements), its key advantage is the ability to swivel side-to-side in horizontal shots, allowing precise light aiming to optimize frame coverage. For a versatile setup, owning all three flashes makes a strong case due to their complementary strengths. However, for a streamlined, flexible kit, pairing the F28RM with the F60RM2 offers an ideal balance of control and power.
Hmm the F28RM can be a flash controller? It doesn’t have a screen though
The flashes are controlled by the camera and the F28 is just a radio?
The F28RM can even sync up to 1/80000 shutter speed with my A9III. I opted to use that unit as my Flash commander(vs paying $350+ for the Remote Commander unit) to control a pair of F60RM2 and a F46RMA when doing bright outdoor portrait sessions with my A9III (when it’s super bright and need shutter speeds in excess of what my A1 is capable of before going into HSS). With the latest Sony flashes, you can control all of the key functions within the Sony bodies. So the lack of a screen on the F28RM is a non-issue issue.
As a result of the amazing capabilities (results, and reliability) of the Sony flashes, I am in the process of getting rid of all my Godox/Flashpoint Sony On Camera Flash Units, and assessing which of the larger strobes to keep for studio use.
May 12, 2025 at 09:30 AM
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