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taxboy
11-03-2008, 16:42
Ideas for a suitable flash meter for getting me started with studio work please. Ideally I'm looking for the best balance between price and ease of use / reliability.

Is this something that could be bought second hand or has there been significant progress in recent years.

Thanks for your input
cherryrig
11-03-2008, 16:44
L-358 is a very good one £178 or L-308s around £115 I think cant remember off the top of my head. Have a look at those.
John Harding
11-03-2008, 20:08
Basically, all flash meters work in the same way and do the same job.

The best (Minolta flashmeter V) has loads of features that you may never want to use and excellent build quality

The Sekonic L-358 has loads of features

But even the cheapest will give very similar readings. As for new or s/h, I've never bought a new one.
andrewc
11-03-2008, 20:23
Sekonic L358 or 308S - excellent prices from reputable HK vendors on Ebay etc.,
tdodd
12-03-2008, 00:04
There is a comparative review of a few flashmeters on the www.shootsmarter.com website. You will probably need to be logged in to see it. Signup is free.

Here is a direct link to the article - http://www.shootsmarter.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=120&acat=16
taxboy
12-03-2008, 18:47
Thanks for everyone's replies - it looks like as long as I stick to a known brand I won't go far wrong
CT
12-03-2008, 19:01
I'd go 2nd hand for a meter - you can make big savings. Ffordes usually have a selection of used ones in stock.
Cheez
12-03-2008, 20:48
Have a look at Digital Rev (HK E-Bay) I bought a Sekonic L308s from them, about £80 delivered. Easy to use and a saving of about £40 UK price.

Jim M
fraggle101
15-03-2008, 21:13
What about the L-758?? is it worth the extra dosh?? Covers all bases?? or not really relevent to Digital Toggery??
fraggle101
16-03-2008, 20:21
Whats the difference between the 758-D and the 758-DR ??
CT
16-03-2008, 21:44
Whats the difference between the 758-D and the 758-DR ??

The 758-DR comes with the fitted radio module for triggering flashguns, whereas it's an option with the 758-D.
fraggle101
16-03-2008, 22:02
Aaah.. thanks CT.. iv been looking at the 758D on ebay, but couldnt find any of the DR type.. i started to think maybe they were one and the same, just badged different for different markets...

Pleased i didnt get one now...