Meike MK320S TTL Speedlite Flash for Sony NEX Mirrorless Cameras
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Meike MK320S vs Sony HVL-F28RM Comparison Overview

In this review, we'll compare the Meike MK320S On Camera flash with the Sony HVL-F28RM On Camera flash. We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two flashes. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Meike MK320S Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Sony Cameras

mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 105' / 32

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

Weight: 105g / 0.23 lb

Dimensions: 4.3 x 2.6 x 1.4" / 110 x 65 x 35 mm

Sony HVL-F28RM Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Sony Cameras

50mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 92' / 32

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

0 to +120° Bounce Head

Weight: 219g / 0.48 lb

Dimensions: 2.6 x 3.3 x 3.6" / 65.1 x 83.5 x 91.4 mm

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Reasons to choose Meike MK320S TTL Speedlite Flash for Sony NEX Mirrorless Cameras over Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash

Max Guide Number	105' vs 92'	13' Longer coverage
Stroboscopic Mode	Yes vs No	Capture multiple phases of motion in a single frame
Weight	105g vs 219g	114g lighter

Reasons to choose Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash over Meike MK320S TTL Speedlite Flash for Sony NEX Mirrorless Cameras

Wide Angle Adapter	Yes (24mm) vs No	Go wider with the adapter
Bounce Head	Yes (0 to +120°) vs No	Bounce the light to create softer and diffused lighting
Fastest Recycle Time	0.1 seconds vs 5 seconds	4.9s Faster Recycle Time
High-Speed Sync	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
High-Speed Sync	Yes vs No	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
High-Speed Sync / HSS	Yes vs No	Speeds faster than camera' Max sync speed
Slow Sync Mode	Yes vs No	Balance the flash light with the ambient light

Common Strengths of Meike MK320S TTL Speedlite Flash for Sony NEX Mirrorless Cameras and Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash

Wireless Operation	Yes vs Yes	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
TTL Operation	Yes vs Yes	Through the Lens Auto Exposure

Common Weaknesses of Meike MK320S TTL Speedlite Flash for Sony NEX Mirrorless Cameras and Sony HVL-F28RM External Flash

Swivel Head	No vs No	Head doesn't swivel for side bouncing
Flash Compensation	No vs No	No flash compensation setting on the unit
Off-Camera Terminal	No vs No	Wired connection between camera and flash not an option
TTL Operation	No vs No	No Through the Lens Auto Exposure

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Meike MK320S vs Sony HVL-F28RM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

GENERAL
Brand	Meike	Sony
Manufacturer Product Code	MK320S	HVL-F28RM
Type	On Camera	On Camera
Mount Type	Shoe	Sony Multi-Interface Shoe
TECHNICAL SPECS
Guide Number	105' / 32m at ISO 100	92' / 28m at ISO 100
Guide Number Measured at	105mm	35mm
Focal Coverage	mm (FF equiv.)	50mm (FF equiv.)
Coverage w/ Adapter	-	24mm (FF equiv.)
Flash Duration	-	1/625 to sec
Flash Duration	Approx. 5 to 5sec	Approx. 0.1 to 6.4sec
Power Range	1/1 to 1/256	1/1 to 1/256 (Manual)
TTL Operation	Yes	Yes
Wireless Operation	Optical Pulse (TTL/Manual) Up to 49' / 14.9 m (Master)	Radio (TTL/Manual) Up to 114.8' / 35 m
Wireless Channels/Groups	-	14 / 5
FEATURES
Auto-Zoom Head	No	No
Bounce Head	No	0 to +120°
Off-Camera Terminal	No	No
Mobile App Compatibility	No	No
Secondary Illumination	No	No
Exposure Controls	Sony ADI / P-TTL	Sony ADI / P-TTL
Flash Modes	Stroboscopic	Hi-Speed Sync, Slow Sync
High-Speed Sync / HSS	No	Yes
Second Curtain Sync	No	No
Slow Sync Mode	No	Yes
Stroboscopic Mode	Yes	No
BATTERY and PHYSICAL SPECS
Internal Power	2x AA (Alkaline)	2x AA (Alkaline, NiMH)
External Power-Pack	No	No
Weight	105g / 0.23 lb	219g / 0.48 lb
Dimensions	4.3 x 2.6 x 1.4" / 110 x 65 x 35 mm	2.6 x 3.3 x 3.6" / 65.1 x 83.5 x 91.4 mm