Some of us make a half dozed shots, then look at each on the lcd and try to determine which is the best exposure there is a better way. View and download sekonic flash master l358 opearting manual online. The sekonic flash master l358 the sekonic l358 flash master is the perfect blend of advanced features, userfriendly functions and affordability combined in one light meter. The sekonic l358 is a combined flash and ambient meter that takes many of the existing features that have made this japanese meter brand so successful and encloses them in. The flash master l 358 has undergone extensive quality controls at every step of manufacture. I give sekonic permission to provide me with information about their products and services, and related product and services from sekonics affiliates. Watch this video to learn a few tricks that will help you more effectively meter with your l358. Get yourself a sekonic light meter and learn how to use it. Unfollow sekonic l358 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. As a mobile photographer i never know the conditions i will be shooting in but, with the sekonic l308xu i can meter the conditions and be shooting in a flash. Sekonic flash master l358 digital lightflash meter. A previous l86 model is also known as autolumi the usage is straight forward. Watch this video to learn how to set up your l358 meter, a guide through the basics, and a few advanced tricks.
The sekonic l398a studio deluxe iii is an ideal prime or. Jun, 2001 the sekonic l 358 is a combined flash and ambient meter that takes many of the existing features that have made this japanese meter brand so successful and encloses them in a new improved housing. The lcd display is illuminated to ease readability in. Using a sekonic l358 light meter, which is available at adorama, mark shows you how to set your light meter to measure in thirdstop increments that will match the settings on your digital camera, set your sync speed, and more. Sekonic l 358 for sale in uk 16 used sekonic l 358. Sekonic arent the only manufacturer of light meters, but they sure seem like it. I studied molecular biology at the university of vienna. For the exporting step im just exporting out the stills from a number of different applications.
Set your sekonic l358 light meter to match your digital. There are several cameras that can shoot at higher shutter speeds without using high speed sync so it would be useful in some scenarios to have a faster light. Watch this video to understand how to utilize your sekonic l358 light meter to get accurate exposures in any ambient lighting situation. I am sure you will like the sekonic 358 instruction manual printable 2019. Sekonic l358 light meter rental nyc adoramarentals. View and download sekonic flash master l 358 opearting manual online. Then, pick up your order or choose our free curbside delivery service.
Rent the sekonic flash master l358 light meter from adorama rental co. Utilizing amorphous photosensor technology, the 6th generator l398a continues to offer its legendary battery free. Discussing l 358 triggering a camera via pw plus ii. Using the sekonic l758 for landscapes by ian barber issuu. Some photographers these days have left their light meter by the wayside as cameras internal meters have become more sophisticated. For mixed lighting scenarios, the l358 displays the combined exposure values of both flash and ambient light sources, including the percentage of flash in total exposure in 10. Flash master l358 measuring instruments pdf manual download. Subscribe we use cookies to make sure you get the best experience on our website. Flash master l 358 measuring instruments pdf manual download. Sekonic dts profile for your light meter 3 steps and the three step process that i use involves exporting, evaluating, and processing the files. Todays cameras are amazing, some having over100 autofocus sensors, iso sensitivity off the charts, and stunning frames per seconds and best thing is most of these simply work without much.
When my older sekonic meter gave out, it behaved like that, more or less. Ambient metering quick start guide part 2 of 4 duration. Sekonic l358 flash master light meter ambientflash at keh. New sekonic l358 flash master flash light meter l358. Rotate the outer dial to move the green indicator overlaying on top of the red needle. Aug 08, 2011 watch this video to get a better understanding of how to use your sekonic l 358 to measure strobe lighting. I am going to calibrate or attempt to my sekonic l358 flash meter. It features flash and ambient analyzing, so you can select the. These devices help photographers to measure several things, giving them accurate information about shutter speeds and other data. Weathersealed against the nastiest of working conditions, the l 358 delivers deadnuts accurate flash and ambient light reading in both incident and reflected modes. I realized that i wasnt going to really love the job so i decided to follow. This model sits at the higher end of the specification range with only one model sitting above it in the sekonic range although technically there are 3 variants of the.
Turned out it had a broken circuit board inside, and was not worth repairing. I took some test shots when i received the meter last evening, and the exposure looks okay on the one with the brown cat, but looks bad in the photo with the white cat. Sekonic 358 and 558 calibration in flash and studio lighting. The lcd display is illuminated to ease readability in darker lighting conditions. Sekonic l 358 advanced functions sekonic l 358 onoff memory function press down power key to turn on meter. Buy sekonic case for l358 light meter featuring replacement part.
A properly adjusted light meter will ensure that youll get accurate readings for your photographs. The sekonic l 358 flash master is an photographic exposure meter introduced by sekonic in 2001. For mixing ambient and flash the 358 is a lot easier to understand. Mar 24, 2017 this is where the sekonic 858 comes into play but more so with first time measurement of flash duration wow.
The sekonic l308u flashmate is an essental part of any photograhers kit. Sekonic 358 instruction manual printable 2019the most popular ebook you want to read is sekonic 358 instruction manual printable 2019. Unfollow sekonic l 358 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Find the office and computer equipment manual you need at manualsonline. Click here to go to main camera manual site right click on link below, choose save target assave to folder of your choice acrobat 7. Professionals, hobbyists, newbies and those who dont even own a camera all are welcome regardless of skill, favourite brand, gear, gender or age. Oct 01, 2006 when my older sekonic meter gave out, it behaved like that, more or less.
Sekonic flash master l358 instruction manual, user manual, pdf. I have seen that the sekonic ones seem to be the most favoured and, considering my budget, the choice is between the 308 or 358. It is both an ambient meter and a flash meter joined together into one rugged, compact, allweather housing. Watch this video to get a better understanding of how to use your sekonic l 358 to measure strobe lighting. Sekonic l358 and high speed sync photography forums. Sekonic digiflash l458 instruction manual, user manual, pdf. For mixed lighting scenarios, the l 358 displays the combined exposure values of both flash and ambient light sources, including the percentage of flash in total exposure in 10. Please read this instruction manual thoroughly, to be able to take advantage of its many features and to obtain the long service life it is designed for. Sekonic multimaster l408 operating instructions manual. It is possible to read combinations of aperture values and shutter speeds on the dial ring at one view.
Incident light readings are in many ways the simplest most direct way to determine exposure, because incident meters measure the light that falls on the subject, they provide camera. Replacement cap for flash sychro terminal on sekonic l358. I dont know of a professional photographer that uses a light meter who doesnt use a sekonic. The sekonic l358 flash master is an photographic exposure meter introduced by sekonic in 2001. Apr 14, 2006 sekonic 358 and 558 calibration in flash and studio lighting. Jun 12, 2009 thanks georg for the answer, but the issue is more complex. Small, compact and easy to use, the sekonic l398a incorporates a batteryless amorphous photocell which enables you to take ambient light readings anywhere, anytime. Sekonic l358 flash master light meter ambientflash at. This sekonic case is available here as a replacement or spare for the one included with the l 358 light meter. Battery icon will take measurement, press memory button. But i am a bit lost regarding the amount of choices. Hi all, this years christmas present will be a light meter. The question is more if there are some know work around or if the only solution is to buy a new fcc l 358.
This is where we can use the computing power of the sekonic l758 light meter to do all the heavy lifting for us. The sekonic l158 autolumi is a reflected type exposure meter. Download operating instructions manual of sekonic multimaster l408 test equipment for free or view it online on. Replacement cap for flash sychro terminal on sekonic l358 in reply to chuck gardner mar 7, 2007 not sure if this would work for the sekonic, but in the good old days of film cameras, i lost the cap on my olympus om4. Sekonic 358 and 558 calibration flash and studio lighting. Sekonic light meters are invaluable camera tools for professional and amateur photographers. Thanks georg for the answer, but the issue is more complex. If the image below looks like your camera, click below to see. We have 1 sekonic flash master l 358 manual available for free pdf download.
Sekonic digiflash l458 instruction manual, user manual. The good news is the repair department fo the camera store told me the bad news for free. Instant reading of apertureshutter combinations with dial ring. The best allaround light meter is the sekonic l858, the sekonic is a perfect too for capturing exposures correctly the first time. The rating of the equipment is at 80 to 89 percent of original condition.
If you instead opt for the 358 youll be buying a meter which will meet future needs which you arent even able to anticipate at this point. I give sekonic permission to provide me with information about their products and services, and related product and services from sekonic s affiliates. The flash master l358 has undergone extensive quality controls at every step of manufacture. Theres a great tutorial on chucks website about this, and im going to give it a try. Watch this video to get a better understanding of how to use your sekonic l358 to measure strobe lighting. View and download sekonic l 358 quick manual online.
Because of its many features, the l358 requires this rather extensive manual. Sekonic flash master l358 opearting manual pdf download. The sekonic flash master l 358 the sekonic l 358 flash master is the perfect blend of advanced features, userfriendly functions and affordability combined in one light meter. Weathersealed against the nastiest of working conditions, the l358 delivers deadnuts accurate flash and ambient light reading in both incident and reflected modes. The sekonic l398a studio deluxe iii has been a mainstay of working photographers and cinematographers for four decades running. The sekonic l758 is a wonderful tool and is in my opinion it is a great asset to. We have 1 sekonic flash master l358 manual available for free pdf download. The reason sekonic meter only goes to 1s are probably technical and related to the meter itself. The question is more if there are some know work around or if the only solution is to buy a new fcc l358. The design of this meter is fairly rugged with a sealed housing making it water and moisture resistant, but it is not designed as a underwater meter. I will assume you are familiar with your light meter, and will not go in to details on how to read it or even operate it. Shows moderate wear for the age of the item, with the possibility of small dings or blemishes. Sekonic flash master l358 instruction manual, user manual.
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