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Speed flash question
Apr 13, 2023 14:23:38 #
keywest305
Loc: Baltimore Md.
I'm thinking of downsizing my flash collection which is rarely used. I have a sb900 sb910 2 sb700s and a Metz 52 af-1. My question is does anyone have a Metz that has lasted as long as the Nikons. When I use this Metz it performs just as well and has great power. Curious of the longevity if anyone has one.
Apr 13, 2023 18:29:52 #
I think they last the same. I have both Metz and Nikon flashes from the late 70's early 80's still working fine. Of course I have a few broken ones too from both brands.
Apr 14, 2023 06:04:21 #
I have a Metz 48 that is probably over 15 years old. Mine will last forever because I rarely use it, or any of the Flashpoint guns or controllers I bought as a result of GAS. I just don't do flash photography as much as I thought I would. When I use the METZ works wonderfully and is my go to. It feels sturdy too.
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Apr 14, 2023 06:35:22 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
keywest305 wrote:
I'm thinking of downsizing my flash collection which is rarely used. I have a sb900 sb910 2 sb700s and a Metz 52 af-1. My question is does anyone have a Metz that has lasted as long as the Nikons. When I use this Metz it performs just as well and has great power. Curious of the longevity if anyone has one.
The best thing for longevity of any flash unit is to charge the capacitors. I used to charge mine at least once every two months. Just pop the batteries in, flash it a couple of times, then leave it fully charged and take the batteries out.
Apr 14, 2023 06:37:07 #
mikegreenwald
Loc: Illinois
I have a Metz that still works fine - I’m not sure when I bought it, but it’s at least thirty years old.
Apr 14, 2023 09:43:18 #
Apr 14, 2023 14:45:19 #
Sell the Broken ones on eBay for Parts, won't get much, but people looking to Repair a Similar Nikon Or Metz Flash & can't find Parts, could use the Parts from your Non working Flashes if you sell them on eBay.
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Apr 14, 2023 18:15:56 #
Juy
Loc: Delaware
keywest305 wrote:
I'm Curious of the longevity if anyone has one.
I have a Metz 44 C4 it is 40 plus years old and still functions great. They don't make them like that anymore. Great strobe,lots of powere.
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