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Light Meters

Polaris

Shepherd Polaris Digital Flash/Ambient Meter

Features:

  • Oversized LCD display shows all the data and functions clearly and easily, even at full arm's length. Large 'analog' scale for easy fractional measurements.
  • Custom Program Level Function lets you personalize your meter to match your style of shooting. Adjust the meter level or return to standard levels with the touch of a button.
  • Eight additional shutter speeds available to match the sync speed of virtually any camera. No guessing or searching for a shutter speed close to the sync speed for your camera.
  • Multi flash feature makes it simple to calculate how many times the flash must be fired to achieved a desired f/ stop.

Polaris - Digital Reflected, Incident and Flash Light Meter is a professional exposure meter with world class features and performance, at a fraction of the cost of comparable models. Polaris has the functions and microprocessor-driven accuracy you expect, plus some additional conveniences you might not, like an oversized LCD display, multi flash capability and user preset program levels. More features and a lower price makes Polaris unbeatable value.

Shepherd Polaris 2 Backlit Digital Flash/Ambient Meter. Same As The Polaris but includes a built-in Backlit Display Panel

Features:

  • Oversized LCD display shows all the data and functions clearly and easily, even at full arm's length. Large 'analog' scale for easy fractional measurements.
  • Custom Program Level Function lets you personalize your meter to match your style of shooting. Adjust the meter level or return to standard levels with the touch of a button.
  • Eight additional shutter speeds available to match the sync speed of virtually any camera. No guessing or searching for a shutter speed close to the sync speed for your camera.
  • Multi flash feature makes it simple to calculate how many times the flash must be fired to achieved a desired f/ stop.
  • Backlight LCD display

An enhanced version of the original Polaris Flash Meter the Polaris 2 includes a backlight LCD display. An important feature when taking readings in a little or no light or when using flash in a studio setting. Polaris - Digital Reflected, Incident and Flash Light Meter is a professional exposure meter with world class features and performance, at a fraction of the cost of comparable models. Polaris has the functions and microprocessor-driven accuracy you expect, plus some additional conveniences you might not, like an oversized LCD display, multi flash capability and user preset program levels. More features and a lower price makes Polaris unbeatable value.

Minolta

MINOLTA Auto Meter VF

Features:

  • Receptors for incident and reflected light
  • An external receptor is optionally available
  • AQmbient and Flash-light measurement
  • Analyze and Memory functions
  • Analog scale

Minolta Auto Meter VF features simplified operation and enhanced functionality. In addition to providing shadow/highlight-based exposure calculations for reflected light measurement, this new meter offers a custom setting mode which allows users to specify a desired exposure correction value and shutter speed increments across a broad range of aperture and shutter speeds. And, for the first time, the Auto Meter VF provides an Analyze function, which conveniently displays the flash/ambient lighting ratio. Multi-function Meter with Pinpoint Accuracy Ambient or flash, with or without a sync cord, the Auto Meter VF provides unparalleled repeatability and accuracy. It is a meter you can rely on completely, leaving you free to concentrate on the creative challenges at hand. Large, Easy to Read LCD Display The large, over-sized LCD display shows all the necessary information at a glance. With the shutter speed appearing on the left and the aperture on the right, the LCD display is designed to make viewing easy in all environments. Operating Ranges Shutter speed range is 1/8000 sec. - 30 min., in 1/3-, 1/2-, and 1.0-stop increments. Film speed range is ISO 3 - 8000 in 1/3 stops and cine speeds range from 8 to 128fps including 25fps (Europe) and 30fps (TV). The X-sync range is 1/500 - 1 sec.

Color Meter IIIf

The Minolta Color Meter IIIf is designed for maintaining consistent color. The meter measures the color of the light illuminating the subject and determines the filtration required to correct that illumination for the film in use. IIIf measures both flash and ambient light. It can also display LB or CC filter number. It includes a color balance monitoring and measurement-correction functions, which allow you to control color reproduction. Measurements are possible from EV 3 to EV 16.3 at ISO 100. Flash readings can be taken with shutter speeds from 1/500 to 1 second. When measuring both ambient light and flash, the Color Meter analyze function will subtract the ambient light, and display measured results for flash light. You can store your own correction values for the recommended filtration in one of the nine memory channels.

Flash Meter V I

Features:

  • Integrated High-Performance Spot Meter
  • Compact and Stylish Design
  • Exposure Navigation System
  • Multifunctional meter providing analyze function, brightness difference function, etc.
  • Memory Function

In addition to other professional functions, the new Minolta Flash Meter VI incorporates a high-performance spot metering function with an acceptance angle of 1°. The Flash Meter VI not only operates as two different meters with a single unit, but it also displays the incident light and reflected light measurement results simultaneously and compares them by using the meter's analog latitude display function. The built-in spot meter uses a compact, high-precision optical system to provide a bright view while maintaining the meter's compact size. Additionally it features an easy to use diopter dial to ensure precise viewing and comfortable operation even for eyeglass wearers. Ensuring that the tonal range of the subject will be compatible with the final medium, i.e., film, printing ink, digital, television, etc., has long been a concern to knowledgeable photographers. The Flash Meter VI enables photographers to enter latitude of film or final medium and determine mid-tone standard (18-percent) using an incident reading. Once determined, the photographer can then measure the range of subject tones with the spot meter and use the Flash Meter VI's LCD analog display to determine if they will fit the latitude range and how they will be rendered in the final result. The latitude* range based on the standard exposure measured by the flash meter (incident light measurement result) is displayed on the dot indicator of the analog scale.

Spot Meter F

Minolta’s Spot Meter F lets you take precise 1 degree spot measurements of ambient or flash light. You can calculate exposure for highlights, shadows, or midtone areas. Flash measurements can be taken from 1-1/1000 sec. The Spot Meter F can calculate the exposure for highlight or shadow areas. You can average two readings for a mid-tone exposure.

Sekonic

SEKONIC L-358 Flash Master Light Meter

 

Features:

  • Built-in adjustable Lumisphere
  • 9 memory banks are available in both Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority Modes
  • Both shutter speeds and apertures can be displayed in full, 1/2 or 1/3 step increments
  • Exposure, Calibration and Filter Compensation
  • Complete range of full and half-frame speeds from 2 to 360 f.p.s (frames per second)

An advanced, yet easy to operate, exposure analyzing light meter / Incident, Ambient and Reflective Modes / Lit LCD Screen

The Sekonic L-358 Flash Master is an advanced, yet easy to operate, exposure analyzing light meter, that incorporates the latest technology in handheld meters. The L-358 features a retractable incident Lumisphere for standard or cosine corrected light readings, provides both hemispherical and narrow angle readings. Measurements can be taken in either incident or flash metering modes with accurate and convenient flash and ambient analyzing. In all electronic flash measurements, an analyzing feature simultaneously evaluates both flash and ambient light and displays the values in three ways: a) combined readings of flash and ambient, b) percentage of flash in the total exposure or c) simultaneous display of flash, ambient and combined readings on the analog scale. An easy-to-read illuminated LCD panel directly displays full, 1/2 or 1/3-stop shutter speeds or apertures and exposure/calibration compensation. Selecting settings is quick and easy with the built-in Jog wheel and cine shutter speeds up to 360 frames per second makes the L-358 a versatile tool in the most demanding lighting scenario. Optional spot finders extend the versatility of the meter with a choice of 1, 5 or 10 degree measuring angles with a viewable parallax-free viewfinder. The L-358 Sekonic Flash Master incorporates the world's first optional internal Digital Radio Transmitter Module compatible with Sekonic and PocketWizard Digital Radio Receivers, which eliminates the need for an additional ex

SEKONIC L308 FlashMate Light Meter and Flash Meter

 

Features:

  • Sliding Lumisphere provides easy changeover from incident to reflected light measuring
  • Lumidisc is included for measuring contrast
  • Cord or cordless flash measuring
  • LCD screen is easy to read and displays measured exposure data and mode
  • Film speed - ISO 3 ~ 8000 in 1/3 increments


Lumisphere provides easy changeover from incident to reflected light / Corded or Cordless Flash Metering / Weather Resistant

Amazingly small, yet extremely precise, the L-308BII is a shirt pocket sized digital ambient/flash meter with built-in sliding lumidisc for reflected and incident light reading. Handy in a gadget bag or jacket, the versatile L-308BII is ideal for everyday use

Sekonic L-558 DualMaster Digital Ambient & Flash Meter with Built-in Spot and Incident Meter Reading.

 

Features:

  • Memory Mode Up to nine readings can be memorized in incident or spot metering modes independently in both Aperture and Shutter Priority Modes. The memory function of the L-558 provides the photographer with an effective way of retaining and analyzing shadow, midtone and highlight exposure readings.
  • Full, 1/2 or 1/3-step Selectable Readings Both shutter speeds and apertures can be displayed in either full, 1/2 or 1/3-step increments to match your film or digital camera; selecting these increments is quick and easy with custom software menu settings.
  • Exposure, Calibration and Filter Compensation Independent incident & reflected exposure compensation of up to +/-9.9 EV can be easily set for custom film exposure corrections or for bellows extension factors. With the calibration compensation setting of +/-1.0 EV. There is even a filter compensation setting of +/-5.0 EV
  • Dual ISO Settings The L-558 offers the flexibility of taking a single measurement and displaying the f-stop and shutter speed for two different ISO film speeds, such as negative film and Polaroid proofing film.
  • Full-Featured Flash Measurements 1. Cord Flash Mode 2. Cordless Flash Mode 3. Unlimited Multiple Flash Mode 4. Radio Triggering Mode

Product Description
The Sekonic L-558 DualMaster is the first multi-function light meter to offer a 1° spot meter that measures reflected flash output down to an amazing f/2.0 (ISO100). Its parallax-free lens eliminates erroneous close-up photography light readings. A digital readout through the spot viewfinder displays all-important exposure information. An internal EL (Electro-Luminescent) digital panel displays data in all lighting conditions. As you would expect, the L-558 also includes a built-in retractable Lumisphere (incident dome) for full or narrow angle measurements. The L-558 DualMaster's flexible design accommodates changing shooting situations. That's because it's a multi-function meter. With a turn of a knob the L-558 changes from an incident meter to a reflective spot meter for both ambient and flash measurements, all in one rugged, compact, all-weather housing. Selecting aperture or shutter priority modes or EV is as easy as turning the Jog wheel. Simultaneous evaluation of ambient and flash is displayed in three convenient ways. An easy-to-read illuminated LCD panel, directly displays in full, 1/2 or 1/3-stop increments to match film or digital cameras. Unique features such as meter calibration, exposure compensation and CINE settings offer the flexibility that today's photographer's require. PLUS - The Sekonic L-558 DualMaster incorporates the world's first optional internal Digital Radio Transmitter Module.

GOSSEN DigiSix Ambient Light Meter

 

Features:

  • Developed for high precision and reliability
  • Digital LCD read out in EV is easily transferred to a setting ring where all the shutter speed/f-stop combinations can be read at a glance
  • Meter sensitivity range is 0-18EV (in 1/3 increments)
  • Angle of Coverage - 25-degrees
  • Apertures - f/1 to f/32

For professional photo and video use / Ultra Compact / Incident and Reflective Measuring / ISO 6 to 3200 / Case, Battery included

Ultra-compact, and packed with features, the Digisix is an ambient light meter that does much more than just determine exposure. As an exposure meter, the Digisix is a prime example of Gossen's high precision and reliability, based on Gossen-specific calibration and German engineering. The Digisix is small enough to sit comfortably on your camera's hot shoe (with optional shoe adapter), and sports a digital read-out and analog scale for ambient light levels that can be measured in reflective or incident mode. Digital read out in EV is easily transferred to a setting ring where all the shutter speed/f-stop combinations can be read at a glance. Digital LCD read-out and Contrast scene read-out's are in 1/3-stop increments. Meter sensitivity range is 0-18EV.But the Digisix doesn't stop there. Not only is it an exposure meter, but it also offers a functioning clock with alarm, a timer for timing long exposures, plus a precision digital thermometer which measures temperatures and stores a high and low value. All of this fits into an unbelievably small package (3 x 2 x 1 inch) with trendy styling, which is easy and comfortable to operate. The meter weighs approximately 1.5 oz (including battery), and comes with a carry case, strap and battery.

Gossen Starlite Multifunction Digital Incident, Spot and Flash Light Meter

Measure light in any form: flash or ambient, reflected or incident even a tiny spot. The Gossen Starlite digital meter provides clear, accurate exposure settings, photometric readings or even Zone System ranges for still photography or cinematography all in one compact and rugged, yet stylish, water-resistant unit. This digital meter not only does everything you'd possibly want a state-of-the-art, multifunction meter to do, but does it all exceptionally well. Controls are ergonomically positioned for easy one-hand operation, and all data is clearly displayed on a large, self-illuminating, easy-to-read LCD panel. A unique 270-degree swivel head with built-in viewfinder and multi-position diffuser allows you to instantly select any of four different measuring modes: 1 degree spot measures reflected light through the viewfinder5 degree spot measures reflected light through the viewfinder Incident light with raised diffuser--spherical Incident light with lowered diffuser--flat plane and any of six different measuring methods: