Flash Meter?

[greybeard]

OK, I've got the CLS thing figured out and it is ok but, I would like to be able to set up a proper light setup using manual settings too. For this I know I need a flash meter. I am sure that the Sekonic meters are great, is there anything under $200 worth looking at?

 

[unpopular]

While I haven't used this one, I do like Gossen.

Gossen DigiFlash - Digital Incident, Reflected and Flash GO 4007

 

[480sparky]

I have a Gossen Starlite, which is now OOP. But the Starlite II is the same principle.

 

[Mully]

Gossen also made a LunaPro I have their incident meter but use rarely

 

[gsgary]

I have the Minolta Flash 4, very good meter can be had on Ebay when new they were very expensive in UK £450

 

[greybeard]

Does anybody know anything about this meter?
Amazon.com: Polaris SPD100 Digital Exposure Meter: Camera & Photo

 

[tirediron]

Yep... it's a decent enough meter, but it lacks somewhat in build quality. I echo Gary's comments on the Minolta meters; check eBay for some nice Flash V meters. These really are a top-level pro meter.

 

[xposurepro]

I've always preferred Sekonic but if you want cheap you can get a Novatron FM02 for $100 new .. probably $50 or less used. They're not pretty but they work for most peoples purposes.

 

[Tee]

Does anybody know anything about this meter?
Amazon.com: Polaris SPD100 Digital Exposure Meter: Camera & Photo

I have been using this meter for over a year. It's a basic nuts and bolts meter but for non-professional use, it's a rock star. I use it on location with my monolights and speedlights. It's very easy to use and requires minimal brain activity to get started.

One thing to note: when using the flash mode with the CLS system, you can get false readings due to the pre-flashes.

 

[table1349]

Sekonic L 358 Flash Master Light Meter NEW 32 | eBay

If you feel comfortable with ebay.

 

[unpopular]

Gossen also made a LunaPro I have their incident meter but use rarely

Gossen is a name brand and is trusted. It's probably the second biggest light meter maker next to Sekonic, and tend to be a bit pricier than Sekonics. Gossen also makes industrial and scientific measurement instruments.

I also had a Starlite, and I loved it - and that is why I recommended this meter. Does anyone know if Sekonic makes something similar?