Description
Leica SF 60 Flash
The Leica SF 60 is a compact, high-performance flash designed to bring powerful, reliable lighting to Leica photographers who need flexibility on location or in the studio. Despite its lightweight build, the SF 60 delivers strong output, advanced TTL functionality, and professional control options—making it an ideal companion for portrait, wedding, travel, and event photography.
Powerful Output in a Compact Body
The SF 60 provides a guide number of 60 (ISO 100, 200mm), delivering ample illumination for large scenes or high-contrast environments. Its compact construction makes it easy to pack and carry, offering the perfect blend of power and portability for photographers working on the move.
The flash supports a zoom range from 24–200mm, automatically adjusting to match your lens’s field of view. A built-in wide panel extends coverage to 16mm, ensuring broad adaptability for wide-angle shooting.
- Guide Number: 60 (ISO 100, 200mm)
- Zoom Range: 24–200mm (auto/manual)
- Wide Coverage: 16mm with built-in diffuser
Advanced TTL and Manual Control
The SF 60 supports TTL flash metering for accurate, automatic exposure with compatible Leica camera systems. It also offers full manual control, allowing photographers to fine-tune power output from 1/1 down to 1/256 in precise steps. This versatility makes it suitable for both fast-paced shoots and controlled studio setups.
High-Speed Sync (HSS) is supported up to 1/8000s, enabling creative use of wide apertures outdoors or when balancing ambient light.
- Flash Modes: TTL / Manual / Stroboscopic
- Power Range: 1/1 to 1/256
- HSS Support: Up to 1/8000s
Flexible Bounce and Creative Lighting Options
The flash head tilts -7° to 90° and rotates 180° in both directions, allowing natural, soft bounce lighting in virtually any shooting scenario. The included bounce card helps add catchlights and subtle fill when bouncing off ceilings or walls.
A built-in LED video light provides continuous lighting for close-up video work or fill light during low-light stills.
- Tilt Range: -7° to 90°
- Swivel Range: 180° left / 180° right
- Video Light: Integrated LED for continuous illumination
Wireless Master & Slave Functionality
The SF 60 can operate as a wireless TTL slave or as part of a multi-flash setup when paired with the Leica SF C1 remote. This allows advanced off-camera lighting control for more dynamic and professional lighting arrangements.
- Wireless Protocol: Optical / Radio trigger compatible via SF C1
- TTL Support: Wireless TTL with Leica cameras
Fast Recycle Time and Reliable Power
Powered by four AA batteries, the SF 60 offers fast recycle times between 0.1–1.8 seconds, ensuring minimal downtime between shots. External battery packs can also be connected for heavy-duty shooting sessions, providing extended runtime and faster recycling for demanding environments.
- Power Source: 4 × AA batteries
- Recycle Time: 0.1–1.8 seconds
- External Power: Compatible with CP-E4 type battery packs
The Leica SF 60 Flash delivers a perfect balance of power, portability, and professional control—ideal for Leica shooters who want dependable, high-quality lighting on demand.
