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The Olympus FL 600R Shoe Mount Flash is an external flash with wireless control capabilities that is designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. This user-friendly flash unit has a wide display and boasts an LED light that also functions as an Autofocus illuminator. The flash can tilt 90 degrees upward and 7 degrees downward; it can also do swiveling actions up to 180 degrees in both directions. The Olympus FL 600R flash unit also has the catch-light plate and wide panel built in to itself, which prevents the user from losing them during transport or busy shoots. The dial and arrow keys at the back of the flash unit adjust the settings to give the appropriate flash power needed by the photographer. However, it can also be controlled through the controls on the camera the flash unit is attached to. When using the Olympus FL 600R in wireless mode, it has a built-in master or commander mode, which can remotely fire a set of wireless flashes without firing itself. In addition, this Olympus flash may also be used as a slave unit controlled by the built-in flash unit in the camera or through another commander flash unit. This FL600R flash unit from Olympus can control a maximum of three groups of flash units and a snap-on flash like the FL-LM2. These flashes may be set independently then slaved to the FL 600R to achieve some stunning photos for a flash photography shoot. Other than being a wireless flash, the Olympus FL 600R can also be mounted on a camera through a hot shoe mount or externally through the use of compatible cables and flash brackets, like the FL-BKP02, FL-BK01, FL-BK04, or FL-BKM03. The FL-600R by Olympus uses a NiMH battery or four AA (R6) alkaline batteries. It has a firing angle of approximately 30 degrees and an equivalent range of 8 mm with the built-in wide panel. The Olympus FL 600R’s flash modes include FP Manual, RC, FP TTL-Auto, Manual, AUTO, and TTL-AUTO. It measures 2.4 inches wide, 4.1 inches high, and 1.1 inch in depth, and it weighs 255 grams, or 9 oz. It is important to note that the Olympus FL-600R flash unit’s commander mode only works with the Olympus OM-D EM-5 camera. Moreover, the wireless mode is not completely functional with the E-PL2, E-P2, E-PL1, E-P1 Olympus PEN camera models. The flash unit’s wireless function only works in the Manual setting on the flash and not TTL. But mounted directly on these camera models, the flash will provide TTL. For the SP-590UZ, SP-570UZ, SP-565UZ, and SP-560UZ Olympus digital camera models, the FL 600R’s wireless TTL mode is possible since they do not have a hot shoe mount. However, for the FL600R to provide this functionality, the firmware on the SP-560UZ must be updated. The Olympus Camera Updater software provides firmware updates for download and installation. Some accessories are included in the Olympus FL 600R flash unit kit. A flash stand is included for mounting the unit externally and strategically, placing it into a spot that would better illuminate the subject. A soft pouch for that would protect the flash unit during transport and in storage. An instruction manual is also included for easy reference.Product Identifiers
BrandOlympus
MPNV3261300E000
UPC0050332182783
Model600R
eBay Product ID (ePID)115310317
Product Key Features
Light TypeLED
Compatible BrandFor Olympus
FeaturesTTL
To FitDigital Camera
TypeShoe Mount
Additional Product Features
Required Battery4X Battery-AA Type
Guide Number36ft./Iso 100
Additional FeaturesWireless Flash Control
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- 06 May, 2020
Powerful, easy to use. Easy controls.
This is a powerful flash with adjustable settings. You can modify pretty much everything on this flash. From power input to Guide Number. It is also wireless with compatible camera. The setting for it are very easy, which makes his flash stand out from the crowd. It has a LCD Display, rotating knob for settings and just three switches for communication. One of the easiest flashes to use fully I had known. It is relatively small for its power. It has articulated head, power zoom head. LED Video assistive light. Olympus FL-600R is one if the best design flashes I had used in the past, and I used at least thirty different flashes past year. I like how small it is for its power, how simple the controls are, how easy to use it is. How good and consistent lighting it provides. Thank you. Jack.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 29 Jun, 2016
Great addition to an Olympus Micro 4/3rds system
I have more than one Olympus Micro 4/3rds body and more than one of the smaller flash units. I decided to give this one a try as I sometimes need more light and faster recycling when taking pictures of my granddaughter. This unit is easy to use and meets all my needs. I especially like the video light. I don't use that feature often but it is very nice to have when the occasion calls for more light than the ambient light available. It is a bit pricey but then again I expect to be using it for many years to come.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 26 Feb, 2025
A good flash for interior use
This was a used flash. It works fine after cleaning a small amount oof corrosion on the battery compartment contacts. It is smaller than some of the other flashes (FL-900R) yet still offers considerable light for most purposes.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Aug, 2016
good flash. Menus are an issue
Sometimes the menus change and I am not knowing why. Sometimes, the camera is off or in the wrong exposure mode. Or the flash is not attached correctly. Sometimes the menus change and I have to turn the camera off and on again. Not sure if the flash is defective. Maybe I am doing something wrong and I will learn with experience. FYI I am not a newbie. I use 2 Nikon SB800 and a SB900 for high speed hummingbird and other bird photography.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 04 Jan, 2016
Olympus Flash
Great easy to use flash. Works on Panasonic camera also. Nice pivoting head. Small video light is great for close up photosVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 02 Nov, 2015
Lightweight with great features
The integrated bounce card is too small to be efficient, but the LED continuous video light is great! The highspeed sync is great and the zoom works perfectly well following the zoom factor on the camera. Overall a great little but powerful unit.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Jun, 2018
Lightweight & perfectly right for the OMD Em10
There is no other choice than this little flash that works perfectly with the OMD EM10. I particularly like the LED light light that can be used separate to the flash, for some extra light or for video.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Jul, 2021
Olympus FL600R external flash for MFT camera
Good auto white balance. Automatic turn off when the camera was turn off. Compact and strong.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Dec, 2019
Great flash in a small package.
Small capable flash for my Olympus Cameras. Does both direct flash and remote control. Comes with stand. Very handy!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Aug, 2016
Good
Works like it should, consistently. I'm using it with Eneloop Pros and Aokatec wireless and it's worked very well consistently.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
