Olympus STF-8 Macro Flash – macro flash

Olympus STF-8 Macro Flash – macro flash

The Olympus STF-8 Macro flash is a dual-head lighting system designed for macro photography, capturing fine details in nature and for studio use. Its weather-sealed construction is resistant to dust, splashes and temperatures as low as –10 °C, so it can be used in a variety of shooting conditions.

Adjustable light for close-up shots

The output ratio of the flash heads can be controlled when using a single or dual-head setup, which gives you greater control over the lighting for macro shots. The flash head angle is adjustable between –60° and 40°, and the diffused light creates a softer lighting effect.

Support for specialised macro photography techniques

The STF-8 supports flash photography when connected to a camera with focus stacking and focus bracketing functions. This is ideal for photographing flowers, insects and commercial product shots, for example.

Main features

• Two flash heads allow for single or dual-head use in macro photography.
• The dust-, splash- and frost-resistant design continues to function even at temperatures as low as –10 °C.
• The light output of the flash heads can be adjusted to create creative close-up lighting effects.
• Compatible with flash photography utilising exposure bracketing and focus bracketing, when used with a suitable camera.
• Diffused light helps to create a soft lighting effect.
• The main flash can be used as a trigger to control several flash units.
• This adapter ring is compatible with the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 30mm f/3.5 Macro, ED 60mm f/2.8 Macro and ED 12–40mm f/2.8 PRO lenses.

Technical specifications

• SKU: V326160BW000
• Brand: Olympus
• Product type: macro flash
• Control: TTL Auto Sync
• Manual adjustment via the camera: in 1/3-step increments
• Manual adjustment using the flash controller: in 1-step increments
• Programme rating with two lightning bolts: 8.5
• Programme number with one flash head: 6
• Flash head angle: –60°…40°
• Weather resistance: dust-, splash- and frost-resistant down to –10 °C
• Compatibility: Olympus / Panasonic
• Lens compatibility with the adapter ring: M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 30mm f/3.5 Macro, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm f/2.8 Macro, M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12–40mm f/2.8 PRO