A light meter for $350. from B&H
Jan 22, 2023 00:53:52 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
For "Ripley's Believe it or not"---light meters now for $350. list $500.00?
Every photographer should have a light meter, for both reflected and incident readings. I have always used Weston meters as did Ansel Adams. I bought my first Weston in probably 1954 and Weston was already on version Weston Master II. I now have a number of them including Western Master, Master II and Master III. I find little difference. I also have the clamp on incident reading light cone that make Weston read both forms of light in high and low ranges, both incident and reflected ligh.
Tonight from B&H email advertisement most of you have also received.
----"Sekonic
L-398A Studio Deluxe 70th Anniversary Edition Light Meter
Save: $150.00 with “Coupon”
(Automatically applied in cart)
You Pay: $348.00
So----do you pay $348 or $150? Is list---$348 or $500?
Does that actually mean the list for a Sektonic--70th aniverary is $500.00--(or $350?)--?
What form of off camera metering does UHH membership use?-----
Every photographer should have a light meter, for both reflected and incident readings. I have always used Weston meters as did Ansel Adams. I bought my first Weston in probably 1954 and Weston was already on version Weston Master II. I now have a number of them including Western Master, Master II and Master III. I find little difference. I also have the clamp on incident reading light cone that make Weston read both forms of light in high and low ranges, both incident and reflected ligh.
Tonight from B&H email advertisement most of you have also received.
----"Sekonic
L-398A Studio Deluxe 70th Anniversary Edition Light Meter
Save: $150.00 with “Coupon”
(Automatically applied in cart)
You Pay: $348.00
So----do you pay $348 or $150? Is list---$348 or $500?
Does that actually mean the list for a Sektonic--70th aniverary is $500.00--(or $350?)--?
What form of off camera metering does UHH membership use?-----
Jan 22, 2023 01:49:35 #
OldSchool-WI wrote:
For "Ripley's Believe it or not"---light... (show quote)
That's the special 70th anniversary version. The standard version is $229.00.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/435535-REG/Sekonic_401_399_L_398A_Studio_Deluxe_III.html
Jan 22, 2023 03:07:03 #
Jan 22, 2023 05:46:37 #
Jan 22, 2023 06:12:39 #
The Sekonic is an excellent way to check studio lighting levels when using multiple light sources.
Jan 22, 2023 06:18:09 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
________________________(reply) -----to fijitime.smugmug.com/---and his/her attached photo------
I presume you are smart enough to know my question. And for your information, smarty---I can read the ad without your putting it up and a graphic on UHH. Obviously the question is does it pop up as a $500 item and then apply the coupon?---making $350. Or will it go into the basket at $350 and then drop the coupon $150? Maybe you should put it into your cart and test it out. ------------ (I expected trouble from the usual trouble makers) ?
I presume you are smart enough to know my question. And for your information, smarty---I can read the ad without your putting it up and a graphic on UHH. Obviously the question is does it pop up as a $500 item and then apply the coupon?---making $350. Or will it go into the basket at $350 and then drop the coupon $150? Maybe you should put it into your cart and test it out. ------------ (I expected trouble from the usual trouble makers) ?
Jan 22, 2023 06:37:05 #
OldSchool-WI wrote:
For "Ripley's Believe it or not"---light... (show quote)
Subtotal:
$498.00
Shipping
FREE
Coupon discount
-$150.00
Est. Tax
$23.49
Total:
$371.49
Jan 22, 2023 06:39:16 #
Yes everyone should have a light meter... I have two... but where... and most important why!!! Why, because you look more professional and yes, perhaps an ego thing of getting the photo perfect for SOOC display of ability.
Old cameras had an arrow in the view and we with finger tips changed speed or f stop to make the arrow 0 or -- or + based on the scene. We got good at it because of the expense of film and processing.
New cameras have the same in view metering but complicated by color but still we can judge or more semi-AI do a dynamic range shot and work in post processing. Less complicated is knowing that you want to have more detail in the shadows and care little about the sky and you adjust the exposure compensation dial. Eye/mind light-meter... and if mistaken... adjustment in post... especially if you take RAW.
Much of photography is knowing the fundamentals and "wetting your finger and holding it in the air" predictions. ** And big thing... digital film is low cost.
**I.E. It isn’t an exact science—it’s a kind of finger in the air thing to make predictions.
Old cameras had an arrow in the view and we with finger tips changed speed or f stop to make the arrow 0 or -- or + based on the scene. We got good at it because of the expense of film and processing.
New cameras have the same in view metering but complicated by color but still we can judge or more semi-AI do a dynamic range shot and work in post processing. Less complicated is knowing that you want to have more detail in the shadows and care little about the sky and you adjust the exposure compensation dial. Eye/mind light-meter... and if mistaken... adjustment in post... especially if you take RAW.
Much of photography is knowing the fundamentals and "wetting your finger and holding it in the air" predictions. ** And big thing... digital film is low cost.
**I.E. It isn’t an exact science—it’s a kind of finger in the air thing to make predictions.
Jan 22, 2023 06:44:33 #
OldSchool-WI wrote:
________________________(reply) -----to fijitime.... (show quote)
You may be able to read the ad but it's pretty clear you don't understand it. Do you really think a seller is going to say 'You pay: $348.00' if it's actually going to cost you more or less when you undertake the purchase?
No need to put it into my cart to test it, it will work as per every other item I purchase from B&H.
Jan 22, 2023 06:47:16 #
Jan 22, 2023 06:50:32 #
OldSchool-WI wrote:
I presume you are smart enough to know my question. And for your information, smarty---I can read the ad without your putting it up and a graphic on UHH.
Apparently a lot smarter than you. All you had to do was look at B&H.
Jan 22, 2023 07:47:50 #
OldSchool-WI wrote:
For "Ripley's Believe it or not"---light... (show quote)
"Every photographer should have a light meter"???
I have one...it's built into the camera. Works great.
A big, bulky, standalone meter? Nope. Don't need one (and I've had them and used them and sold them).
I still use a simple meter for setting strobe/flash levels...when I want to replicate a particular lighting setup with different gear.
But I have to do the same work with the camera to get the lighting right. And I can get the flash levels by just pointing the camera at the light and taking a picture.
Jan 22, 2023 07:57:41 #
jcboy3 wrote:
"Every photographer should have a light meter... (show quote)
Especially with instant digital feedback for studio lighting you get far more accurate and immediate results with the camera.
As to other uses while traveling, people here want only one lens and body for X trip. But then should add an old fashioned external meter?
You are correct.
Jan 22, 2023 08:00:47 #
OldSchool-WI
Loc: Brandon, Wisconsin 53919
Tom DePuy wrote:
Subtotal:
$498.00
Shipping
FREE
Coupon discount
-$150.00
Est. Tax
$23.49
Total:
$371.49
$498.00
Shipping
FREE
Coupon discount
-$150.00
Est. Tax
$23.49
Total:
$371.49
___________________________(reply)
Well that solved that. $500 bucks for an exposure meter--------wow!-------------------
Jan 22, 2023 08:14:13 #
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