Re: Metz SCA: 372 or 3702 for SFXn?
>Thanks Alan. That exactly answered my question. Now, are there >different versions of a SCA 372 adaptors so I can look for the latest, >or was there only one? I do not know if there is any variation but mine is a plain adaptor without any switch. No cause of concern IMO. >BTW, nobody has experience with the 35 CT-2 regarding tele accessories >& GN at 35mm coverage? I >wrote to Metz but am not too optimistic about quick answer :) I have never seen this model so I do not know. But based on the only Metz brochure that I have, 35 means GN is 35 for ISO 100 film. If your flash does not have a zoom head, the answer would be 35. To verify, just fire the flash at full power at a known distance and measure the reading using a handheld meter (no reflected meter), and then calculate the GN (GN = distance x aperture). You might do this little test at your local retailer if you don't have a handheld meter. regards, Alan Chan _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Metz SCA: 372 or 3702 for SFXn?
Alan Chan wrote: >I believe it uses SCA300 system. To verify, just see if it has a 5+5 >contacts arrangement. If so, you need a SCA372 adaptor. This adaptor offers >TTL capability with all Pentax bodies (as long as the body has this >feature). SCA3701 (discontinued) and 3702 adaptors works on AF bodies only. Thanks Alan. That exactly answered my question. Now, are there different versions of a SCA 372 adaptors so I can look for the latest, or was there only one? BTW, nobody has experience with the 35 CT-2 regarding tele accessories & GN at 35mm coverage? I wrote to Metz but am not too optimistic about quick answer :) Thank you all! Frantisek Good light! - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
Re: Metz SCA: 372 or 3702 for SFXn?
>1) can I use SCA 3000 (3702 Pentax) on 35 CT-2 (CT - analog flash?) >analog flash with full TTL on digital flash body (SFXn)? And what >about on analog flash body (e.g. LX,..) I believe it uses SCA300 system. To verify, just see if it has a 5+5 contacts arrangement. If so, you need a SCA372 adaptor. This adaptor offers TTL capability with all Pentax bodies (as long as the body has this feature). SCA3701 (discontinued) and 3702 adaptors works on AF bodies only. _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
RE: Metz SCA: 372 or 3702 for SFXn?
You can send an email to Metz, with a question like that. They responded with a very helpful answer on a question I had for them a few months ago. They have manuals online in pdf format, but not on older stuff:-( http://www.metz.de Frits > > Hi, >I found a nice metz 35 ct-2 for nice price, but I don't know which >SCA to use... > > 1) can I use SCA 3000 (3702 Pentax) on 35 CT-2 (CT - analog flash?) > analog flash with full TTL on digital flash body (SFXn)? And what > about on analog flash body (e.g. LX,..) > > 2) something about the flash - 35 CT-2: is the GN really 35(m) at 35mm > coverage? Or is it stated as in MZ-series flashes for 50mm coverage? > I hate Pentax's and Metz MZ's inflation of GN - marketing sh*t. > > 3) can I put newer MZ-series accessories on this CT flash (FYI, it > looks similar to e.g. MZ 32, with bounce head) - I am mainly > interested in tele attachment for bird photography (because if this > flash is real GN 35 at 35mm, it's MORE powerful than 40MZ !!!) > > Thank you for any information > > Frantisek > Good light! > P.S.: CC your mail to my personal address please, PDML through WWW is > too slow. thanks! > - > This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, > go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to > visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org . - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
