Minolta Flash Meter V
	$379.98	Qty:

Accuracy, Repeatability, Reliability...

The Flash Meter V is the world’s first intelligent exposure meter. With an innovative intelligent AUTO mode, it distinguishes flash light from ambient light, and cord/non-cord operation automatically,

Features:

• Minolta Meters - The Professional Standard Minolta sets the industry standards for exposure meters. Minolta exposure meters have long been world-renowned for accuracy, repeatability, and reliability, and are used by more professionals than any othe
• Intelligent AUTO Mode The Flash Meter V is the world’s first intelligent exposure meter. Simply press the measuring button. The intelligent AUTO mode distinguishes flash light from ambient light, and cord/non-cord operation automatically, without c
• Easy Operation The Minolta Flash Meter V is the world’s easiest to use exposure meter. For most appoications, AUTO mode is all that is required. Shutter speed and aperture values are changed by a positive-action dial. Additionally, pressing the uni
• Simple Design The Flash Meter V features a simplified design in which switches that are used less often are located under a sliding cover. In addition, switches for setting basic meter functions (which will be changed rarely if at all) are hidden a
• ISO Button for Polaroid Test Films This convenient feature displays the exposure requirements for instant films used for test shots, which are often a different sensitivity than the regular film.
• Analyze Function If both flash light and ambient light are present, the percentage of flash light in the total light is automatically displayed. Each line on the analyze scale (located below the f/no. readout) indicates 10%. For example, when 6 lin
• Brightness Difference Function The Flash Meter V’s brightness difference function helps the photographer balance lighting or check for uneven lighting when taking product shots, portraits, etc. Simply measure the reference point, press the * (brigh
• AMBI Mode For shutter-priority measurements of ambient light. This mode should be used when taking measurements under flickering light sources (such as fluorescent lights), which may be mistaken for a flash light source in AUTO mode.
• 0AMBI FNo Mode For aperture-priority measurements of ambient light.
• FLASH Mode For single-burst flash measurements. This mode should be used when the meter must be left in position and cannot be operated while the flash is fired. In this mode, pressing the measuring button sets the meter to flash standby for 1 minu
• FLASH MULTI Mode For cumulative measurement of multiple flash bursts.
• Memory Function Up to 8 measurement values can be stored in memory by pressing the M (memory) button. Values stored in memory are displayed on the analog scale.
• Exposure Calculation Functions The Minolta Flash Meter V is equipped with three exposure calculation functions: Shadow, Average, or Highlight. Average can be used for both incident and reflected light measurements; Highlight and Shadow can be used
• Average To display the average of up to eight readings stored in memory, simply press the S/A/H button. The average value is shown only while the S/A/H button is held pressed; releasing the S/A/H button returns the meter to normal measurement mode.
• Highlight-biased measurements. If several points have been measured and stored in memory, the maximum value (the value for the brightest measured point) will be selected. In highlight mode, the exposure is increased by 2.3 stops (default value) to produce
• Shadow-biased measurements
• If several points have been measured and stored in memory, the minimum value (the value for the darkest measured point) will be selected. In shadow mode, the exposure is decreased by 2.7 stops (default value) to produce a reading that will render the meas
• NOTE: The meter’s default values for highlight and shadow exposure calculation can be adjusted between 0 and +4 stops for highlight and 0 and -4 stops for shadow by the user, to fine-tune the calculation for the film type or the final medium (photographic
• Measuring Illuminance To set the Flash Meter for cinematography use, set DIP switch 1 down. Use the up/down dial to set the desired framing rate (8, 12, 16, 18, 24, 25, 30, 32, 64, or 128 fps). To set the meter for normal photographic readings, pos
• Measuring Level Adjustment The Flash Meter V is calibrated to Minolta standards. However, the user can adjust meter readings between +0.7 and -0.8 (in 0.1 step) with the measuring level adjustment screw. Turning the screw to the right increases the

 

Specifications:

Type	Digital exposure meter for measuring flash and ambient light.
Reception System	Incident and reflected.
Reception Method(Items with asterisk * are optional accessories)	Incident: Spherical diffuser Spherical ND diffuser (3EV, 2EV)* Flat diffuser. Reflected: Viewfinder 10o II* Viewfinder 5o*, 40o Reflected-Light Attachment* External receptors: Mini Receptor* Minolta Booster II*. Automatic incident/reflected swi
Receptor	Silicon photocell.
Measuring Modes	AUTO: For automatic distinction of ambient and flash light measurements with or without sync cord. AMBI: For shutter priority ambient light measurement. AMBI F/No.: For aperture priority ambient light measurement. FLASH: For flash measurement with
Measurement Ranges at ISO 100	Ambient Light Incident:EV-2 to EV19.9. Reflected-Light Attachment: EV1.2 to EV23.1. Viewfinder 10o II: EV1.2 to EV 23.1. Viewfinder 5o: EV2.5 to 24.4.
Flash	Incident: f/0.7 to f/19.9 + 0.9. Reflected-Light Attachment: f/1.0 to f/90 + 0.9. Viewfinder 10o II: f/1.0 to f/90 + 0.9. Viewfinder 5o: f/1.0 to f/90 + 0.9.
Repeatability:	+/- 0.1EV
Calibration Constant:	Incident: Spherical diffuser C=330 Flat diffuser: C=250. Reflected: K=14.
Display Range: Digital Readouts/Displays:	F/numbers: f/0.7 to f/90 + 0.9 in 0.1-stop increments. Exposure Value (EV): EV-11.8 to EV35.5. Illuminance: 0.6 to 99,000 lx. Shutter Speed: 30 min. to 1/16,000 sec. in 1-stop increments/0.5-stop increments. Framing Rate: 8, 12, 16, 18, 24, 25, 3
Analog Displays:	F-numbers scale: f/1.0 to f/90 (in 0.5-stop increments). Contrast: -4.0 to +4.0 stop in 1/4-stop increments. (1/2-stop increments from -4 to -3 or 3 to 4).
Other Displays:	Measurement mode, over-and under-range signals, monitor marks, analyze scale; highlight, shadow, and exposure calculation mark (S/A/H).
Other Functions:	Memory function (8 stored values plotted on analog scale, number of stored measurements), analyze function, flash-received sound, automatic data panel backlight, external receptor jack (with cap), user calibration dial (-0.8 to 0.7 in 0.1-stop incremen
Power Source:	One AA-size battery (alkaline, carbon-zinc, or Ni-Cd ).
Operating Temperature Range:	14 to 122o F.
Storage Temperature Range:	-4 to 131o F.
Dimensions:	2-11/16 x 6-1/4 x 1-1/8 in.
Weight (without batteries):	5-13/16 oz.

 

 

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