My spot meter got busted so I need to replace it. I want to get something reasonable, probably used.
What recommendations do you have?
My spot meter got busted so I need to replace it. I want to get something reasonable, probably used.
What recommendations do you have?
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Such a huge selection to choose from. Hmm......
The Pentax V was one of the main meters I was looking at.
Do others also recommend the Pentax V?
Generalizations are made because they are Generally true...
I have a Sekonic L758DR and a Minolta Spotmeter F, I tend to use the Spotmeter F outside and the L758DR indoors with flash using the Pocket Wizard Radio Trigger.
Hi Barry,
Keep your eyes open for a previously owned Pentax digital meter that has been modified by Zone VI, in excellent condition.
They come up for sale on this forum once in a while. More expensive than the Pentax V, but worth it.
It's a great meter for LF photography.
The Pentax Spot Meter V is a great meter. You can pick one up for around $100.00 off Ebay.
The Pentax Digital Spot Meter is newer and more compact and of course higher in price.
I think I am going for the Pentax V. There are several on ebay like you said.
Thanks
Generalizations are made because they are Generally true...
Barry,
Be aware that there are several versions of the Pentax V meter. They are larger and bulkier than the digital meters.
They often need re-calibrating.
Older Pentax V's take batteries that are difficult to find. Newer ones take expensive silver batteries.
There is a Pentax digital meter for sale on this forum at a reasonable price. It uses batteries that are less expensive and easier to find.
I recommend either the Pentax Digital or the Pentax V. If you can find either used at a good price, grab it.
For years I used the original Pentax spotmeter, but when I couldn't replace the mercury battery, I got a Pentax Digital spotmeter. Recently, I found a device on the web (http://home.myfairpoint.net/~snowleop/merc/640index.htm) which allows me to use my older meter with Lithium batteries. So now I can use either.
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