Hobby photography is becoming more and more interesting with accessories. A good exposure is often the secret to a well-done picture. It creates the desired moods with appropriate atmosphere. Anyone who has ever photographed a sunset knows how impressive or boring the right lighting conditions are.
When shooting indoors, a flash is usually needed, because too little light causes the so-called noise. These are ugly disturbances that show up like a scrawl in the picture. To avoid this effect, the flash is used. Even better is an additional one Camera flashthat can be adjusted individually. Sony offers suitable for the in-house cameras accordingly Flashesat.

Flash units in all their variety for best results

When choosing the flash units, use and purpose should play a role. Because a flash unit can quickly have the price of a camera itself. If you sell your pictures on various platforms as a hobby photographer, such an investment can make sense. For family shots usually also simple flashlights are sufficient. The differences on private photos are usually no longer recognizable to the layman. High-quality flash units play a role only in the case of very large magnifications or the necessary high quality for the Internet or large printouts. A flash unit for Sony such as Nissin Di700 under 200 euros, for example, is a well-chosen solution for high-quality private photos or photos for the Web. This wireless flash system has an integrated remote trigger receiver. You can also do self-portrait with flash and get well-lit images.

Another flash unit is Sony HVLF43AM, an external flash for Sony cameras. You can use this flash for indoor and outdoor shooting. It has a smart white balance and color temperature information. As a flash unit in the middle price range also recommended for domestic use.

Thanks to good light, capture the best moments in the video

In low light conditions often no videos are possible. While the photo still works with the automatic flash, the same is not true for the video. It is also about natural lighting conditions, which should beautify the moment. Filming one’s own playing children becomes an event when this moment is well lit. The flash for the photo can not do anything here. Therefore, a video light is necessary, which generates a uniform light. Sony cameras can be upgraded with the HVL-LEIR1 Battery Video Infrared Light. 1500 lux illuminate the room, the integrated infrared light allows even shooting in the dark, and up to a distance of seven meters. Depending on the option, the HVL-LEIR1 Rechargeable Battery Video Infrared Light can also be used to record animal or theater performances. The energy consumption of two AA batteries lasts up to 90 minutes. They are well equipped with reserve batteries.

More individuality when photographing: Sony flash units with adapter use

For the frequent use of a flash with a Sony camera, the company offers a hot shoe adapter. The model FA-CS1M offers even more latitude when using a flash unit. It is a multi interface hot shoe adapter with various options. Special advantage: You can put your flash unit on a tripod and light up the scenery individually. In addition, you can use the external flash F20M, which is compatible with the multi interface accessories and modern Sony cameras.