I started experimenting with using a micro 4/3 digital digital camera as my meter.
It provides the following advantages:
1. Histogram
2. Spot meter especially when zoomed in
3. Allows me to find the picture I want without lugging around the 4x5 and tripod until I found the exact location. I set it to 4:3 which closely matches the 4x5 format. When I find the picture, I just set the tripod.
4. Zoom allows me to frame the shot and know which lens to use before setting up the 4x5
5. If shooting BW, I can switch camera to BW to see the scene without color.
6. Check the exposure on the screen along with the histogram.
7. Snap a shot to record the scene and settings for future reference. Or videography it and record my settings verbally for transcription at home.
Disadvantages:
1. Not as handy as a dedicated meter
2. F/22 is smallest aperture for micro 4/3. Other P&S may be much larger.
3. No incident readings.
I'm still learning and playing with it. So I won't make any claims as to final results. Anyone got any ideas how to improve the operation, I'd be glad to hear from you.
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