Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2002/06/11
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Slobodan, Please note that the newer Metz models, such as the 54MZ-3, can only be used with the 3x02 series SCA modules. For Leica M6 TTL, M7 and R8, you will have to get the SCA 3502 module. For older Metz models, such as the 40MZ3, the SCA 3501 will be fine. Since the SCA 3502 is backward compatible with older Metz flash units, I would get the SCA 3502 instead. Bests, Joseph on 12/6/02 5:30 am, S Dimitrov at sld@earthlink.net wrote: > Thanks! That makes some senses for the numerical change. > I have an R8, which I got primarily for its flashfill function. > I do have a 351 module, which B&H sells for $20 more than the 3052 > ($59.xx). > The 3051 is no longer listed as it is. But I might try finding a new old > stock. > Slobodan Dimitrov > > > Edward Caliguri wrote: >> >> Hi Slobodan! >> >> It really does get confusing! >> >> In a nutshell, the 3051 will work TTL (all functions) with the R8 and >> M6TTL, and M7 - but you are unable to use HSS (High Speed Synch) mode. The >> newer 3502 adapter will work with the R8, M6TTL (just like the 3501) BUT >> will also be fully compatible with the M7's HSS when used with the 50MZ-3 >> flash unit. I just coincidentally picked up a 3502 adapter today (I had it >> on order while I was using the older adapter on the MZ50-3) The newer one is >> essentially the same, except it has a 'hatch' door on the back that covers >> the controls - which are fewer and a bit easier to use. >> >> One thing however - I am unhappy using the big flash on the M6TTL - M7, >> as it is very large and top heavy, even with the motor attached. It tends to >> want to 'flop' forward and hang flash down on the strap. I'm not a huge 'M >> camera with flash' person, and only use it for fill when absolutely needed. >> Even then I use a Nikon off camera cord - and hold the flash to the side. >> >> If you already have the 3501, and only use flash once in a blue moon, or >> on an R8, you might just as well save your money! >> >> Have fun! >> EC >> -- >> f > -- > To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html - -- To unsubscribe, see http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/unsub.html