Camera Flash / Speedlight: Olympus FL-600R Speedlight Flash Unit Flashgun for m4/3 Olympus/Panasonic/Leica REVIEW
Model Name: Olympus FL-600R Speedlight Flash Unit Flashgun for m4/3 Olympus/Panasonic/Leica specifications.
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Release Date
6 May 2012
Strenght / Power
Guide Number (ISO100, meters)
118.11' / 36 m at ISO 100 (42 mm Position)
Power Level Switching (Vari-power Range)
Head & Coverage
Bounce (Up-Down) Head Movement
97.00° (-7° to +90°)
Swivel (Rotation) Head movement
180°
Focal Length Coverage
35mm equivalent coverage of 24-85mm, expandable to 16mm with wide panel (16 mm - 85 mm - Full frame)
Auto Zoom Head
Yes, Full frame: 24 mm - 85 mm
Flash Related Functions
Flash Durations
1/500 to 1/20000 Second
Flash Modes(TTL)
Four Thirds TTL Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync
Flash Exposure Compensation / Correction
Secondary Illumination
Wireles Flash
Wireless Operation
Optical Pulse (TTL/Manual)
Unspecified Range
Wireless Groups
3
Wireless Channels
4
Remote Timing Modes
Other Features
Mount
Hot-shoe mount flash
Off Camera Terminal / External Connectors
Included Accessories
Other Functions
Power Source & Recycle Time
Power Source - Batterry
4 x AA (Alkaline, Rechargeable NiMH Batteries)
External Power
No
Minimum Recycle Time (Charging time between shooting)
Approx. 2 to 2.5 Seconds
Battery Life
max 4 hours (number of shots info not available)
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions
2.4 x 4.1 x 3.9" / 62 x 104 x 98 mm
Weight
8.99 oz / 255 g
The Olympus FL-600R Speedlight Flash Unit Flashgun for m4/3 Olympus/Panasonic/Leica, launched in 6 May 2012, serves as a versatile and dependable lighting tool for photographers. It features a Guide Number of 118.11' / 36 m at ISO 100 (42 mm Position), ensuring robust illumination. The flash unit features a coverage angle or a focal length of 35mm equivalent coverage of 24-85mm, expandable to 16mm with wide panel (16 mm - 85 mm - Full frame). Its Hot-shoe mount allows for easy attachment to cameras, providing stability during shooting.
A notable feature is its Flash Duration capability of 1/500 to 1/20000 Second. This wide range enhances adaptability across various lighting conditions, catering to both static scenes and fast-paced action photography.
The Olympus FL-600R Speedlight Flash Unit Flashgun for m4/3 Olympus/Panasonic/Leica is powered by using 4 x AA (Alkaline, Rechargeable NiMH Batteries), with an estimated battery life of max 4 hours (number of shots info not available), ensuring sustained performance during extended photo sessions.
The Minimum Recycle Time, Approx. 2 to 2.5 Seconds, emphasizes efficiency, enabling photographers to capture successive shots seamlessly, especially in dynamic shooting scenarios.
In addition, the Olympus FL-600R Speedlight Flash Unit Flashgun for m4/3 Olympus/Panasonic/Leica is compact and portable, the flash unit measures 2.4 x 4.1 x 3.9" / 62 x 104 x 98 mm and weighs 8.99 oz / 255 g. This review aims to assist you in determining if this flash suits your specific needs.
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Fivercam Wiki information:
There are three ways to trigger off-camera flash units wirelessly: via infrared, radio signals or a hybrid method that involves both infrared and radio. The infrared system works like the TV remote; there need to be a direct line of sight for the signal to reach the destination. The radio signal has no line-of-sight limitations, but comes at a rather high cost. The hybrid system simply takes the infrared signal from the commander, converts it over to radio and then converts it back to infrared on slave units.
