Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/07/31
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]>csocolow wrote: > > > > Does anyone have any tips/techniques for meterless photography? I use > > the "sunny 16 rule" allowing a filter factor for pollution, etc. > <SNIP> Mark's reply was excellent and provides you with a thorough approach for learning how to figure exposure without a meter. In addition to what Mark has provided, I might suggest that you find a Sekonic 308B and stick it in your pocket as a backup. It uses one AA battery and has incident and reflective light capability. It's accurate, small and unobtrusive. In cloudy, overcast or other questionable conditions, it just takes a second or two to measure the incident light in the various directions you will be shooting - - just to back up and reinforce your original judgement - - especially if you haven't been shooting for some time <grin>. As a reflective meter, the field approximates that of a 50mm lens. I use an M-4, and this this little 308 critter has been my companion for several years. If you're an active shooter, it's a *very* friendly addition, and source of comfort. Keep it in your trouser pocket - - but remove loose change and keys to keep from scratching the incident light dome. Just my three cents (Inflation, you know) George George Berger gberger@his.com