Hi, do owners of the nex 5r mind the separate included flash vs having a built in/pop up type? My wife is not so keen on it being manual .
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I didn't like the separate flash. My full review can be read here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R26ZBZOECUVLIA/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm.
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It didn't bother me, and while you do have to screw it in, it's fully automatic. Still, if your wife wants to use both the EVF and flash, they can't be used together as there's only the one accessory port. If she doesn't use the EVF, she could probably leave the flash screwed on as long as she doesn't hit the top of the camera.
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I always leave it hooked to the body.... so it is almost like built in type, except being manual.However, I'd rather have the viewfinder .... the lack of it is terrible :(
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I always leave it hooked to the body.... so it is almost like built in type, except being manual. However, I'd rather have the viewfinder .... the lack of it is terrible :(
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I reccomend you read the following link: http://community.sony.com/t5/Alpha-NEX-Cameras/How-dissapointing-A7-or-A7R-and-External-Flash-HVL-F60M/td-p/292842
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Hi there! This Sony Flash uses a smart accessory terminal whereas the NEX 6 uses multi interface shoe. This Flash is compatible with NEX-5R, NEX-5NK and NEX-F3K. Hope this helps. -Ely
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Thanks for the correction, Rene. I did realize this was a "SLR style" point and shoot and not a true SLR. I just got into the bad habit of calling anything an SLR that looks and feels like an SLR. :PTrue, no need for a hot shoe when you've got the built-in flash for most shots. But for me, I shoot a lot of events and family members during outdoor night so a bigger flash is a must-have for me personally.
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I don't miss the IS. Uses are pretty much any time you have to slow shutter speed to the point that camera shake is evident. I shoot portraits without IS and I'm very happy. Maybe I have a steady hand but more likely I have adequate settings and lighting. If you don't do any flash photography, or plan to shoot frequently in mostly dimly lit areas, perhaps you will need the IS. Personally, I'm glad I saved the money. I know nothing of the 2x extenders.
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You can use either one , the is going to only flash when you need flash. The flash will be in auto anyway.
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The camera comes with a flash you can pop-up on top for closer photos. It also comes with a hot foot if you need more flash like for room flashes, groups, etc. The hot foot can also be used for remote flashes (with optional equip.)
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I have this camera and love it. I rarely use the camera in Auto mode, since I like selecting a "scene" setting instead. Go to scene and just leave your camera on "landscape" setting for most things. You have lots of options to choose in the scene settings and if you turn the flash off, it will never pop up! If you are in a low light setting, choose night landscape, night portrait or the museum setting. Your camera won't need the flash!
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I usually do an immense amount of research before purchasing a product because I despise having useless pieces of equipment around me when I could just do the research and purchase once. I absolutely love my Canon 100mm macro lens and have found no need to purchase the Canon ring flash. Unless you have money burning a hole in your pocket I would advise against purchasing a ring flash, plus if you want to experiment, there are a ton of DIY methods of putting together a ring flash just to see if the effect is worth the purchase of a more expensive unit. Another con of the ring flash is that it uses an inordinate amount of power. I like to carry the minimal amount of equipment as often as possible. I'm out in the desert hiking here and there. It gets hot and I want to use all my energy on the nature around me. I don't want to hear the voice in my head that complains of the extra weight of extra batteries, a bulky ring flash etc. I purchased a dedicated regular flash (model doesn't matter, just the best that you can afford) that I can use as a slave to the pop up flash that's on the camera. I find that with a few tweaks on my part, such as using a piece of paper or reflector to bounce color, darkness or lightness onto the subject can do the job I want just as well. Now git out there and use that 100mm macro! What have you been waiting for?!
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Yes it has a built in flash, but I don't know what you mean about the last part, I never used the 5. What I can say is that for the 7 you can control the intensity of the built in flash, I have no problems with it and you can use a rubber band to hold in place so it faces up and not directly at your subject. Hope this helps you.
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This one does not require an adapter. It is designed for the multi interface for the newer Alpha NEX cameras. It is a decent flash and offers more options than the popup flash. If you are looking for a versatile flash I would recommend the HVL43 with an adapter. Overall I like it but due to the size and does not require and adapter for my NEX 6.
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Better that you have to pop it up manually. That way you control the flash - it does not control you. How hard is it to push the little flash button.If that level of complexity is too difficult for you, this camera is not for you.
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It does, and it's actually quite good. I would still recommend anyone truly serious about photography pick up a speedlite of some kind. I use a Canon 430 EXII and it works wonderfully attached, or as a slave separated from the camera. With an external flash like the EXII and others you can wirelessly trigger the onboard pop up flash, and the slave unit anywhere else you'd like, or one or the other. It makes for a pretty proficient light setup for anyone taking photography seriously. But the simple answer (and I apologise for rambling) is yes, the 70D comes equipped with a built in pop up flash!
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I would definitely not get this. The light output will be similar to your built-in flash, but without the biggest benefits of having a hot shoe flash, like being able to change the angle of the flash.Save up and get the Canon Speedlite 430EX II. The only reason I got the 90ex is because it is tiny and can be carried in a pocket easily in case the need arises to use on my 5d Mark iii which does not have a built in flash.
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The NEX-5N doesn't have a 'built-in' flash as such but it does include the tiny HVL-F7S external flash in the box. The HVL-F7S is small and looks something like a regular pop-up flash except that it screws into a port on the top of the camera. The 5N doesn't have a regular flash 'hotshoe' so there are no other options for adding a flash except for the included HVL-F7S or the optional HVL-F20S (which offers more power and the ability to bounce in landscape orientation).
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I have the Nikon V1. There is no built in flash but you can purchase an assessory flash which I have not done yet. Since I like to take photos without flash I have delayed buying the hot-shoe flash. However I just returned from the Perot Museum which proved I needed the flash attachment. . . waiting for a sale.
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It does, and it's actually quite good. I would still recommend anyone truly serious about photography pick up a speedlite of some kind. I use a Canon 430 EXII and it works wonderfully attached, or as a slave separated from the camera. With an external flash like the EXII and others you can wirelessly trigger the onboard pop up flash, and the slave unit anywhere else you'd like, or one or the other. It makes for a pretty proficient light setup for anyone taking photography seriously. But the simple answer (and I apologise for rambling) is yes, the 70D comes equipped with a built in pop up flash! It does, and it's actually quite good. I would still recommend anyone truly serious about photography pick up a speedlite of some kind. I use a Canon 430 EXII and it works wonderfully attached, or as a slave separated from the camera. With an external flash like the EXII and others you can wirelessly trigger the onboard pop up flash, and the slave unit anywhere else you'd like, or one or the other. It makes for a pretty proficient light setup for anyone taking photography seriously. But the simple answer (and I apologise for rambling) is yes, the 70D comes equipped with a built in pop up... » Read More It does, and it's actually quite good. I would still recommend anyone truly serious about photography pick up a speedlite of some kind. I use a Canon 430 EXII and it works wonderfully attached, or as a slave separated from the camera. With an external flash like the EXII and others you can wirelessly trigger the onboard pop up flash, and the slave unit anywhere else you'd like, or one or the other. It makes for a pretty proficient light setup for anyone taking photography seriously. But the simple answer (and I apologise for rambling) is yes, the 70D comes equipped with a built in pop up flash! « Show Less