A flash meter is best used in incident mode. When shooting a model, position it
in an area where you want a normal, correct exposure (as opposed to a highlight
or shadow), point it at the camera lens and fire your strobes. The f-stop
displayed on the meter should be your exposure. To see how
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> From: luiz felipe
> Date: May 31, 2012 4:09:36 PM PDT
> To:
> Subject: Re: Flash Meter experiment
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>
>
>
> will check the pics later, underage sidekick is near. :-)
These pictures are just of the
Larry wrote:
>
> I did some art nudes with a friend last night using my studio flash
> gear. As an experiment, I pulled out the flash meter and when I'd get
> my lighting dialed in, I'd take a picture of the flash meter and a grey card.
I know that you've got an FA77Lt
3:31 PM, Larry Colen wrote:
>
> I did some art nudes with a friend last night using my studio flash gear.
> As an experiment, I pulled out the flash meter and when I'd get my lighting
> dialed in, I'd take a picture of the flash meter and a grey card.
> As far as I can tell
ossible.
will check the pics later, underage sidekick is near. :-)
lf
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Date: Thu, 31 May 2012 12:31:12 -0700
From: Larry Colen
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Subject: Flash Meter experiment
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On May 31, 2012, at 1:44 PM, P. J. Alling wrote:
> On 5/31/2012 3:31 PM, Larry Colen wrote:
>>
>> For those that would like to check for themselves, fluidr shows the exif
>> data, so you can see the flash meter reading, and my actual exposure data.
>> http://www.flui
On 5/31/2012 3:31 PM, Larry Colen wrote:
I did some art nudes with a friend last night using my studio flash gear. As
an experiment, I pulled out the flash meter and when I'd get my lighting dialed
in, I'd take a picture of the flash meter and a grey card.
As far as I can tell,
I did some art nudes with a friend last night using my studio flash gear. As
an experiment, I pulled out the flash meter and when I'd get my lighting dialed
in, I'd take a picture of the flash meter and a grey card.
As far as I can tell, the way it works is to fire the strobe.
Thank you John.
2010/12/31 John Sessoms :
> http://www.weinproducts.com/Camera-Produdcts.html
>
> From: Thibouille
>
>> 2010/12/30 Darren Addy :
>>>
>>> > You might look into Wein flashmeters for studiouse. They are plentiful
>>> > and cheap and easy to use. For on the run, you really don't need a
http://www.weinproducts.com/Camera-Produdcts.html
From: Thibouille
2010/12/30 Darren Addy :
> You might look into Wein flashmeters for studiouse. They are plentiful
> and cheap and easy to use. For on the run, you really don't need a
> flashmeter for a single flash setup. I used to use the ven
2010/12/30 Darren Addy :
> You might look into Wein flashmeters for studiouse. They are plentiful
> and cheap and easy to use. For on the run, you really don't need a
> flashmeter for a single flash setup. I used to use the venerable
> Vivitar 283 and 285s. Dial in your ASA/ISO and you have a range
You might look into Wein flashmeters for studiouse. They are plentiful
and cheap and easy to use. For on the run, you really don't need a
flashmeter for a single flash setup. I used to use the venerable
Vivitar 283 and 285s. Dial in your ASA/ISO and you have a range of
power settings that allow you
On Dec 30, 2010, at 6:13 AM, Thibouille wrote:
> I thought about simple meters as well partly because of price, partly
> because an old style meter is more classy near a C330 than a modern
> one ;)
> The thing is, I need a flashmeter anyway.
>
> But thanks, it makes me think more which can't be
2010/12/29 Eric Weir :
>
> On Dec 28, 2010, at 9:55 AM, Paul Sorenson wrote:
>
>> I used a Gossen LunaSix when I had my studio and the major brands are always
>> a good bet. That said, I currently use Shepherd/Polaris. It will do
>> ambient/flash/multiple flash with both reflected and incident r
Thanks John, I'll see if I can find price of one of those used.
2010/12/29 John Sessoms :
> From: Thibouille
>
>> My TLR finally arrived, after it waited quite a bit in its box waiting
>> for snow to go away so the truck could actually deliver it (that was
>> so hard to wait...).
>> Although the c
On Dec 28, 2010, at 9:55 AM, Paul Sorenson wrote:
> I used a Gossen LunaSix when I had my studio and the major brands are always
> a good bet. That said, I currently use Shepherd/Polaris. It will do
> ambient/flash/multiple flash with both reflected and incident reading. It's
> accurate and
On Tue, Dec 28, 2010 at 12:29 AM, Thibouille wrote:
> Heard a lot of good from Minolta flashmeters (III,IV and V) as well.
>
I bought a used Minolta IV in 2001 and still use it. I think it works
well, has cable or no cable settings for flash and uses 1 AA battery.
Dave
> Really, a simple old
From: Thibouille
My TLR finally arrived, after it waited quite a bit in its box waiting
for snow to go away so the truck could actually deliver it (that was
so hard to wait...).
Although the camera needs a cleaning (expected) and a new focus screen
would be good as well, the urgent need is for a
Didn't know about those. Thank you Paul.
2010/12/28 Paul Sorenson :
> I used a Gossen LunaSix when I had my studio and the major brands are always
> a good bet. That said, I currently use Shepherd/Polaris. It will do
> ambient/flash/multiple flash with both reflected and incident reading. It's
I used a Gossen LunaSix when I had my studio and the major brands are
always a good bet. That said, I currently use Shepherd/Polaris. It
will do ambient/flash/multiple flash with both reflected and incident
reading. It's accurate and is easier on the wallet.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/se
Thibouille
Sent: Tuesday, 28 December 2010 3:29 PM
To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List
Subject: [Need a (flash)meter] Mamiya C330 TLR arrived
My TLR finally arrived, after it waited quite a bit in its box waiting for
snow to go away so the truck could actually deliver it (that was so hard to
wait...).
Al
On Dec 27, 2010, at 9:29 PM, Thibouille wrote:
>
>
> Really, a simple old CdS meter might be good enough for using outside
> with the C330? Or would a modern Sekonic/Gossen meter really add much
> more?
Why not just use your Pentax DSLR as a flash meter? Dial the exposure in
My TLR finally arrived, after it waited quite a bit in its box waiting
for snow to go away so the truck could actually deliver it (that was
so hard to wait...).
Although the camera needs a cleaning (expected) and a new focus screen
would be good as well, the urgent need is for a meter.
Of course I
Hi all, it's me again.
Pentax Program Plus, M 50mm f/2, M 135 f/3.5, Novatron flash meter.
Everything is in great shape. Haven't used the flash meter in about 10
years, but has been stored without battery should still be fine.
$50 for the whole kit and kaboodle. $10 shipping to the US
For sale:
Pentax Program Plus SLR. $15.
Pentax M-50mm f/2. $10.
Pentax M-135mm f/3.5 $30.
Novatron FM02 flash meter. $15.
Camera and lenses are in good working and cosmetic shape. Flash meter
worked fine, but I haven't used it in about 10 years. Pictures
available upon request.
Paypal
Really, really want to sell this stuff.
Anyone interested in taking it all for $80 plus shipping?
On Fri, Jul 30, 2010 at 8:23 AM, Nick Wright wrote:
> I've got for sale a:
>
> Pentax Program Plus SLR. $25.
>
> Pentax M-50mm f/2. $20.
>
> Pentax M-135mm f/3.5 $40.
>
I've got for sale a:
Pentax Program Plus SLR. $25.
Pentax M-50mm f/2. $20.
Pentax M-135mm f/3.5 $40.
Novatron FM02 flash meter. $20.
Domke F-803 satchel-style camera bag. Navy, well-used but still in
good shape. $25.
Make me an offer!!
Camera and lenses are in good working and cos
Good choice, Kevin. You'll love it.
Bob
On Feb 12, 2006, at 6:16 AM, Kevin Waterson wrote:
This one time, at band camp, David Savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
$400-500
Kevin
If I thought I'd use it enough I'd get the Sekonic L558.
So taking this to mind, I launched myself at eBay and
You should be happy with it.
Dave
On 2/12/06, Kevin Waterson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> This one time, at band camp, David Savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> > > $400-500
> > >
> > > Kevin
> >
> > If I thought I'd use it enough I'd get the Sekonic L558.
>
> So taking this to mind, I launched
This one time, at band camp, David Savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > $400-500
> >
> > Kevin
>
> If I thought I'd use it enough I'd get the Sekonic L558.
So taking this to mind, I launched myself at eBay and came up the winner on this
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=758
On Feb 12, 2006, at 12:17 PM, Mark Roberts wrote:
Sekonic L-358
I believe spot metering attachments are available as accessories.
The accessory is the L-358VF I think. I have one here but it's been
ages since I actually used it.
- Dave
- Original Message -
From: "Kevin Waterson"
Subject: Re: Flash meter recommedations
This one time, at band camp, "William Robb" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
If you use a DSLR, use it.
The histogram thingies work.
Using 6x7
I remember film.
I use a
On 2/12/06, Kevin Waterson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> This one time, at band camp, Bob Shell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> > Budget?
> >
> > Bob
>
> $400-500
>
> Kevin
If I thought I'd use it enough I'd get the Sekonic L558.
Dave
This one time, at band camp, "William Robb" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> If you use a DSLR, use it.
> The histogram thingies work.
Using 6x7
Kind regards
Kevin
--
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch.
Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote."
This one time, at band camp, Bob Shell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Budget?
>
> Bob
$400-500
Kevin
--
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch.
Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote."
On Feb 11, 2006, at 6:35 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Sekonic L308B-II
About $100 used.
Flash & ambient metering.
Standard battery.
Small, lightweight.
No spot feature. I think he said he needed that.
I use and recommend the L-558 . That's why I asked him his budget.
Bob
- Original Message -
From: "Kevin Waterson"
Subject: Flash meter recommedations
I am looking for a flash meter to do two things.
1) normal flash metering.
2) I need a spot attachment to read the reflective reading from the
backdrop
when the flash is fired.
A
On Feb 11, 2006, at 5:39 PM, Kevin Waterson wrote:
I am looking for a flash meter to do two things.
1) normal flash metering.
2) I need a spot attachment to read the reflective reading from the
backdrop
when the flash is fired.
Any and all suggestions welcomed
Budget?
Bob
Kevin Waterson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>I am looking for a flash meter to do two things.
>1) normal flash metering.
>2) I need a spot attachment to read the reflective reading from the backdrop
> when the flash is fired.
Sekonic L-358
I believe spot metering attachment
I am looking for a flash meter to do two things.
1) normal flash metering.
2) I need a spot attachment to read the reflective reading from the backdrop
when the flash is fired.
Any and all suggestions welcomed
Kind regards
Kevin
--
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to
This one time, at band camp, "Jens Bladt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I use an old Gossen Lunasix F. It's quite accurate.
> A used on e woild probably cost less than 100 USD.
> Why do you want 5 degrees?
I wish to measure the fall off of reflected light across background
when a flash is used. eg
9
Til: PDML
Emne: Re: flash meter opinions
On Aug 3, 2005, at 6:59 AM, Kevin Waterson wrote:
> I was looking at buying a new flash meter
> needs to read flash incident reading and
> flash reflective readings. About 5 degrees.
> Any suggestions or horror stories greatfully recieved
On Aug 3, 2005, at 6:59 AM, Kevin Waterson wrote:
I was looking at buying a new flash meter
needs to read flash incident reading and
flash reflective readings. About 5 degrees.
Any suggestions or horror stories greatfully recieved
The meter I like most is the Sekonic L358. Nice big incident
I was looking at buying a new flash meter
needs to read flash incident reading and
flash reflective readings. About 5 degrees.
Any suggestions or horror stories greatfully recieved
Kind regards
Kevin
--
"Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch.
Liberty is a
The link would be great if I had anything but the Flash Meter III! :-(
Christian
- Original Message -
From: "Bill Owens" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 4:34 PM
Subject: Re: OT: Minolta Flash Meter III instructions
>
It is not the auto meter III F. It is the Flash Meter III. The controls and
functions are very different between the two.
Thanks!
Christian
- Original Message -
From: "Bill Owens" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 4:27 P
Christian,
Try this link
http://www.minoltausa.com/eprise/main/MinoltaUSA/MUSAContent/CPG/CPG_SupportCenter/ManualResults
Bill
- Original Message -
From: "Christian" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 2:16 PM
Subject: Re: O
If it's the Auto Meter III F, I was able to download a manual from the
Minolta website.
Bill
- Original Message -
From: "Christian" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, March 22, 2004 12:33 PM
Subject: OT: Minolta Flash Meter III inst
PM
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: Flash meter
In a message dated 7/12/2002 4:38:55 PM Central Daylight Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> I have a Pentax 645NII. I need a hot shoe adaptor to connect to the
> strobes. Any suggestions?
>
Why not just plug them into the X-sync socket
In a message dated 7/12/2002 4:38:55 PM Central Daylight Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> I have a Pentax 645NII. I need a hot shoe adaptor to connect to the
> strobes. Any suggestions?
>
Why not just plug them into the X-sync socket on the side of the camera
instead of getting a hot shoe
- Original Message -
From: Stephen Hoffman
Subject: Flash meter
> I assume I will need to buy a flash meter. Looking at these I
see that you
> fire a test flash at the meter and it gives you an appropriate
f stop which
> is great but what would be the shutter speed? The sync
arrive at an f
stop of 16.5. Simple enough. But I have two strobes. Surely that affects
things. I have shot several rolls of film that have not produced any
consistent results. Several questions:
I assume I will need to buy a flash meter. Looking at these I see that you
fire a test flash at the
true, but it was a test, with 100 speed it would be
around f8 . I
would still want the higher powered unit since I will
be doing some
location work.
--- Pat White <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> In a studio setting, with all the light you need,
> why use 400-speed film? 100-speed will give you
> be
The maximum power isn't as important in this circumstance as is the
minimum power setting. A 640ws or more flash, if it gave 1/16 or smaller
minimum output, would IMO be OK. You would never regret the highest power
and would always find an occasion when even more would be useful. To
illustrate
just to see how I may be able to light my basement and
I was so
surprised. withthe Af500 and achiever on slave, the
330 on camera then
manually fired, the result at 400 iso was F22!!
white walls
reflect ALOT. I guess a 640ws flash is way too much
power to start
with, and I'm better off with a
The Halogen lights seem fine for B&W work even with
it's yellowish
cast. It has dawned on me that I have more than enough
light with an
AF500FTZ, AF330FTZ and achiever flash. I only have an
older minolta
auto meter III which does not have flash metering but
how would one
use a flash m
Minolta Flash Meter IV - look for one second hand. Definitely hard to beat.
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I will second Aaron's opinion on the Sekonic L208b. Mine has been stone
reliable since I bought it used several years ago. Also it seems to be the
most pocketable ambiant/flash meter around. Don't think that doesn't matter,
a meter in your pocket is far more useful than one in the
On Monday, December 3, 2001, at 05:53 PM, Andy Vu wrote:
> Dear list,
> I need your recommendation about flash meter, which one
> should I buy not too expensive?
Are you looking for new or used? I'm a huge fan of the Sekonic L-308b,
a nice, small, well-laid-out met
Minolta flash meter IV, I'm getting one just after
Xmas, sells for about $300 CAD, or $190 usd
--- Andy Vu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Dear list,
> I need your recommendation about flash
> meter, which one
> should I buy not too expensive? My set right now
Dear list,
I need your recommendation about flash meter, which one
should I buy not too expensive? My set right now is pz1p and AF500-FTZ
Regards,
Andy
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