FLASH METERS

[merv]

Have been looking at the Aspen Polaris 2 and Sekonics L308S flash meters which are similar in price. Any preferences?:bang::bonk:

 

[Flash In The Pan]

The Sekonic seems to be the meter of choice, I bought one, but hardly ever used it, so I sold it again. I think it's on it's third owner here on TP now

 

[FetchMeMyTools]

I use the Sekonic. its really handy but doesnt get used alot.
Thing is i cant live without it as when i do use it it is invaluable.
If you need one, get the sekonic, it does the job. Only gripe is its a bit light. When you get it you think you paid £100 for an empty box.

 

[DiddyDave]

I picked up a used L358 for just under £100 from MPB on here, great device, so I suspect the 308 will be good too - but I'd hunt for the 358 first if you can

DD

 

[Eisbar]

I use the Sekonic L308S. Great at what it does, simple to use and if you're using a home studio an absolute god-send in terms of getting the correct exposure first time.

 

[Merovingian]

I picked up a used L358 for just under £100 from MPB on here

Jammy. Especially when L308s are well over £120

 

[DiddyDave]

Jammy. Especially when L308s are well over £120

Really

Then rename me 'Robertsons' then

DD

 

[OneTen]

Another vote for the 308, great little meter.

 

[natjag]

Question about using flash meters.
When measuring the exposure for flash, do you just point the meter in the direction of the flash. set of the flash and it takes the reading? or do you need sync cables, so it actually knows when the reading is.