If any items are missing, please contact the distributor or the reseller you purchased the. Buy sekonic flashmate l308s digital light meter black. Designed to read ambient or flash exposures in either reflected or incident modes, the l308s delivers accurate exposure readings in full, half, or thirdstop increments to mirror the exposure displays of most popular cameras. Indicates a caution or limitation that accompanies operation.
Howto tutorial on how to use a sekonic light meter from my free online interactive. The best allaround light meter is the sekonic l858, the sekonic is a perfect too for capturing exposures correctly the first time. Need a manual for your sekonic l308s flashmate light meter. Sekonic l 308b ii flashmate light meter light meters user. Subscribe we use cookies to make sure you get the best experience on our website. This meter fits very nicely my bill as it costs around 150 euros. Pretty much the ability to adjust shutter angle instead of shutter speed. Below you can view and download the pdf manual for free. The most popular sekonic light meters either second hand or new are in the price range of 270 euros499.
The better your problem and question is described, the easier it is for other sekonic l308s flashmate owners to provide you with a good answer. Strap for most sekonic light meters replacement sync terminal cap. This sekonic lumidisc is a replacement or spare for the one included with the l 308 series light meters, such as the l308b ii and l308s. The sekonic l308xu flashmate light meter was designed to meet the needs of next generation image makers as the mosts versatile and affordable light meter. If the image below looks like your camera, click below to see the full manual. The one that fits my bill nicely is a sekonic l308 s light meter that does not have though shutter priority mode or aperture priority my apologies if i am not describing that very precisely. Sekonic flashmate model l308b light meter free shipping japan. Flashmate l308x measuring instruments pdf manual download. Provides the reference information and related functions that are useful in operating the l 308s. Prweb march 05, 2018 sekonic corporation, the leader in innovation and engineering of photographic light meters, announces their latest addition to the l308 series of light meters, the flashmate l308xu the worlds most versatile meter for photographers and cinematogaphers. The only meter with flash duration measurement, hss measurement and an increased 3 stops of sensitivity. 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. Wipe the l 308s with a dry soft cloth if it becomes dirty.
For mamiya and bronica medium format cameras and accessories go to. For mamiya and bronica medium format cameras and accessories. The flashmate l308xu light meter from sekonic is a compact tool for metering. View and download sekonic flashmate l308x operating manual online. Since the sekonic flashmate l308b is a precision electronic instrument consisting. The sekonic l398a studio deluxe iii has been a mainstay of working photographers and cinematographers for four decades running. Operating manual sekonic flashmate l308xu operating manual 52 pages. The sekonic l308 series of light meters was introduced in 1992 and continues with the l308dc introduced in 2010. The one that fits my bill nicely is a sekonic l 308 s light meter that does not have though shutter priority mode or aperture priority my apologies if i am not describing that very precisely. Please see the startup guide for information about the basic operations. I give sekonic permission to provide me with information about their products and services, and related product and services from sekonic s affiliates. Cine mode giving you full access to shutter angles, as well and lx, and fc measurements, and hd cine mode for working with the settings of mirrorless and hdslr cinema cameras. Hopefully someone will join in the discussion with actual sekonic experience.
If this is not the manual you want, please contact us. Sekonic l308s flashmate flash meter overview and full product specs on cnet. Use a manganese dry cell r6p or an alkaline one lr6. Sekonic l308b ii flashmate light meter light meters. There are also frequently asked questions, a product rating and feedback from users to enable you to optimally use your product. It is designed to read ambient or flash exposures in either reflected or incident modes, and it displays accurate exposure readings in full, half, or thirdstop increments to mirror the exposure settings of todays dslr and film. Sekonic l358 flash master light meter excellent condition box, manual, case. View the manual for the sekonic l308s flashmate here, for free. This meter takes the guess work out of flash and camera settings when using manual strobes. Keep the lumisphere, lens and lumidisc clean and free from dust, foreign particles and scratches to keep accurarate measurement. Then a separate reading for the flash by using a high shutter speed setting, and shielding it from the sun. Incident and reflective measurement can be accomplished by sliding the lumisphere. I give sekonic permission to provide me with information about their products and services, and related product and services from sekonics affiliates. Reflected light metering, photo, cine, and hd cine metering modes, customizable lcd with auto backlight, range.
The sekonic l 308 series of light meters was introduced in 1992 and continues with the l308dc introduced in 2010. The pocketsized sekonic l308s flashmate is the smallest and lightest digital light meter in the sekonic lineup. Calibration compensation function this meter has been calibrated to sekonic standards. Sekonic flashmate l308b ii instruction manual, user manual. Sekonic flashmate l308b ii instruction manual, user. Differences between sekonic 308b, sekonic 308s and sekonic. Sekonic getting started start guide part 1 of youtube. You can set up a 308dc to work just like a 308s in the menu. This item discontinued sekonic l308dc photographic lightmeter, replaced with sekonic l308dcu sekonic l308xu flashmate light meter 405 dr.
I used a mamiya rb67, totally manual camera, and i was able to get perfect. Flashmate l308s measuring instruments pdf manual download. How bad is sekonic l308 s light meter studio and lighting. Sometimes i use the meter when i am scouting different settings, including indoors to decide what lenses and or flashes i might want to use. View the sekonic l308dc manual for free or ask your question to other sekonic l308dc owners. How to use a sekonic 308b light meter in and outdoors. 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. Many dont see the need for a light meter, relying on the modern camera meters. Sekonic l308s flash mate instruction manual, user manual. May 01, 2006 i have the 308 because it seems less likely to break in my camera bag the 358 has the probe that sticks out. Sekonic l308xu flashmate light meter l308xu filmtools. Is it for a more directional measure in incident mode.
Ready to meet the needs of a new generation of image makers, the new l308xu. Acaution indicates hazards or unsafe practices that can rresult in personal injury or damage to your l308bll exposure meter. Three meters in one by merging functionality for both photography and cinematography into one light meter, sekonic has create a powerful and invaluable tool for image makers of every kind. Sekonic flashmate l308x operating manual pdf download. View and download sekonic flashmate l 308s operating manual online. Writers martijn garritsen, leon palmen, timotheus timo romme, jenny wahlstrom.
Unfollow sekonic l 308 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The pocketsized sekonic l308su flashmate is the smallest and lightest digital light meter in the sekonic lineup. I have the 308 because it seems less likely to break in my camera bag the 358 has the probe that sticks out. Small, compact and easy to use, the sekonic l398a incorporates a batteryless amorphous photocell which enables you to take ambient light readings anywhere, anytime. This manual comes under the category light meters and has been rated by 1 people with an.
The flashmate retains the compact and intuitive design of its predecessors while blending the best features and functionality of the l308s and l308dc. Flash light wired measurement measurement using the synchro cord. This manual uses the following safety labels for awarning and acaution that you must. Light receptor 1 lumisphere slide the mounting umisphere to the left until it. You can still do it with the 308 but you have to do a little fiddling. The sekonic l358 has this option available for the future if you go that route. What is the exact purpose of the optional lumidisc. About the sekonic l308s light meter the pocketsized sekonic l308s flashmate is the smallest and lightest digital light meter in the sekonic lineup.
If the image below looks like your camera, click below to see. Otoh, the 358 makes calculating fill flash ratios easier. Pretty easy to find used l358 meters and, if you need more, sell the l358 for what you paid for it. Sekonic flashmate l308s operating manual pdf download. Unfollow sekonic l 308s to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. We have 1 sekonic flashmate l308xu manual available for free pdf download. Now sekonic is bringing that philosophy to the immensely popular l308 series with the new flashmate l308xu. Manual em portugues fotometro flashmate sekonic l 308 dc. Ask a question view here the free sekonic l308s flashmate manual. With the 308 you have to take the readings separately. Problems opening pdf files or printing problems click here. The sekonic l458 digiflash is a hand held exposure meter released in 1984. Sekonic flashmate l308x photographers and film makers.
Part 2 ambient metering 0pm4wubw4ce part 3 metering strobe. However, compensation may be necessary to calibrate the meter to camera specifications or to match the display to another exposure meter. The sekonic l308 series of light meters was introduced in 1992 and continues with the l308dc introduced in 2010 it is designed as a compact, easytouse electronic ambient and flash meter with a lcd screen. Database contains 1 sekonic flashmate l308xu manuals available for free online viewing or downloading in pdf. Keep the surfaces of the lumisphere, lens and lumidisc clean and free from dust. The only meter with flash duration measurement, hss measurement and an increased 3. Iso 850 added for film makers backlight lcd display ensures you can use it in all lighting conditions features flashmate l308x the pocketsized sekonic flashmate l308x is the smallest and lightest digital light meter in the sekonic lineup.
Sekonic l308s flash mate instruction manual, user manual, pdf. 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. The sekonic l 308 u flashmate is an essental part of any photograhers kit. View the sekonic l308s flashmate manual for free or ask your question to other sekonic l308s flashmate owners. It is a shutter priority meter, set the iso and shutter to. It will have all the functions of the 308s plus functions for video. Oct 08, 2017 hopefully someone will join in the discussion with actual sekonic experience. User manuals, guides and specifications for your sekonic flashmate l308xu measuring instruments. These devices help photographers to measure several things, giving them accurate information about shutter speeds and other data. Now sekonic is bringing that philosophy to the immensely popular l 308 series with the new flashmate l308xu. Dear friends, i was searching for a new used cheap light meter and i found those alternatives to my nearly out of order 328. A similar designed model was also distributed by bowens as the flashmeter iii it is very good design at the time with a easy to use and read digital lcd panel. Please be sure to check that all noted items are included. Please contact a keh photography expert to discuss similar options.
Reviewed in the united kingdom on october 22, 2012. Sekonic l308xu flashmate digital light meter 405 adorama. I mean the 308b and the newer 308s, and 328, what are the differences between those 3 models. Its part manual and part tutorial on using a combo incidentreflective meter. Sekonic l308b flashmate ambientflash light meter this product is currently out of stock. Sekonic l308s flashmate or sekonic l308dc digicinemate. The flashmate l308x is the perfect blend of photocine features all in one light meter.
Sekonic flashmate l308bii instruction sekonic flashmate l308b light exposure meter. Sekonic flashmate l308xu manuals and user guides, measuring. The 308 doesnt differentiate between flash and ambient, whereas the 358 does. Flash light wireless measurement measurement without using the synchro cord 7. This sekonic lumidisc is a replacement or spare for the one included with the l308 series light meters, such as the l308b ii and l308s. Sekonic digicinemate l308dc operating manual pdf download. The sekonic 308 has the necessary basic functions, is accurate, and i think a good value.
Sekonic l308b flashmate ambientflash light meter at. Flashmate l 308s measuring instruments pdf manual download. Manuals and user guides for sekonic flashmate l308xu. View and download sekonic flashmate l308s operating manual online. Barring that, the sekonic l358 flash master light meter is a classic and one that i considered personally. Sekonic light meters are invaluable camera tools for professional and amateur photographers. Limited 2year warranty extension with online registration. May 06, 2006 the 308 doesnt differentiate between flash and ambient, whereas the 358 does. Then a separate reading for the flash by using a high shutter speed setting, and shielding it from the sun much the same situation as having multiple flashes.