Sekonic L-358 - FM Forums

Moderated by: Fred Miranda

Visit the FM Store · Image Upload · Buy & Sell
FM Forum Rules

FM Forums | Lighting and Studio techniques | Join Image Upload
end

Sekonic L-358

epphoto
Offline
Image Upload: On

p.1 #1 · Sekonic L-358

I was thinking to buy one of them
How you guys like the Sekonic L-358
thanks for your time

Dec 03, 2008 at 05:22 AM

blob loblaw
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #2 · Sekonic L-358

if you need a flash incident meter it's like a gold standard model. Only thing I don't like is the expensive batteries!

Dec 03, 2008 at 05:43 AM

EA6B
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #3 · Sekonic L-358

Been using one for years!

E

Dec 03, 2008 at 06:30 AM

cgardner
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #4 · Sekonic L-358

There are less expensive meters which will perform the basic function of flash metering, but the L-358 has additional features such as the ability to display what % and f/stop flash is contributing in a fill flash situation outdoors, the ability to wirelessly trigger Pocket Wizards with the optional transmitter module, and an easy way to compensate it to the true ISO speed of the camera which is a must for accurate results. Its a tool you won't outgrow or feel you need to replace in a year or so.

I have written a tutorial based around the L-358 explaining metering for ratios and exposure and how the compenstate the meter to a camera: Metering and Ratios Demystified

FWIW - the batteries used by the meter are Lithium C123 batteries which are quite easy to find and have a long shelf life. They were the type commonly used in P&S film cameras (my Pentax P&S uses the same one).

I cut a slit in the inside lining of the meter case to create a pocket in the inside of the flap portion and use it to store a spare battery and the Lumigrid, the attachment used (or more accurately never used and usually lost) for measuring reflected light with the meter.

Chuck

Dec 03, 2008 at 11:57 AM

JCzernin
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #5 · Sekonic L-358

cgardner wrote:

I cut a slit in the inside lining of the meter case to create a pocket in the inside of the flap portion and use it to store a spare battery and the Lumigrid, the attachment used (or more accurately never used and usually lost) for measuring reflected light with the meter.

Hi, Chuck,

You've mentioned this many times already in the past and I think it is a great idea. I've wanted to do it myself since long ago but I'm still afraid of taking the knife in my hand..... What if I cut the lining in the wrong place?

I wonder if you could post a picture showing exactly how you did it.... and in particular WHERE you went at it with the dreaded knife! :-)

Thanks in advance,

Kind regards,

Johannes

Dec 03, 2008 at 03:02 PM

epphoto
Offline
Image Upload: On

p.1 #6 · Sekonic L-358

I'm not to much in to light meters i had Sekonik l-308S but it was to small for my hands,
I want to use it in studio for flash metering , and outside if i have to shot people to measure the light for the correct exposure
I don't thing i need a super complicated one , just something to give me the correct exposure
any suggestion what one to buy ??

Dec 03, 2008 at 08:47 PM

Charles Loy
Offline
Buy and Sell: On

p.1 #7 · Sekonic L-358

358 is a fantastic meter, you will be pleased with it. I can't imagine anyone saying anything against it. I use the 558R myself. Sekonic makes great meters

Dec 03, 2008 at 10:58 PM

camey
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #8 · Sekonic L-358

+1 on the L-358 especially when combined with the PW inside transmitter module. It's an excellent meter and works well. I use rechargeable batteries, I think I got a pair of them with the charger for about $25. There is a pocket on the side of the case I got with mine and the spare battery fits snugly in there.

Dec 03, 2008 at 11:47 PM

Parker_Dawson
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #9 · Sekonic L-358

I traded my L-358 for a Bronica a while back, and that was the biggest mistake I've ever made. I need that meter for everything I do now.

Dec 04, 2008 at 04:00 PM

epphoto
Offline
Image Upload: On

p.1 #10 · Sekonic L-358

Good thanks guy's for your help i just order one this morning
Thanks again for all your help

Dec 04, 2008 at 05:35 PM

Ivo Kwee
Offline
Image Upload: Off

p.1 #11 · Sekonic L-358

It's a good basic meter but I hate the multiple button press for using the more advanced functions (therefore never use them...) like multiple reading averaging etc. I wish they would redesign the user interface.

Dec 04, 2008 at 11:11 PM


FM Forums \| Lighting and Studio techniques \| Join Image Upload end