pentax 540 or metz 58?
Posted 29/01/2009 - 17:07
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The Pentax P-TTL system has a tendancy to under-expose in order to retain highlights. I use a Pentax AF360FGZ flash and my results are fairly constant at around 1EV under using P-TTL. As P-TTL is controlled by the camera rather than the flash gun I doubt you'd notice much difference whichever gun you use, however, technique makes a big difference as the P-TTL system is easily thrown when confronted with reflective surfaces.
If you have a flash with an "Auto" mode (like the genuine Pentax ones) then many find this gives better (more consistent) results.
If you have a flash with an "Auto" mode (like the genuine Pentax ones) then many find this gives better (more consistent) results.
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Posted 29/01/2009 - 17:22
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I have the Metz 58 which I use on my K10D. I like the secondary reflector which can be used for frontal brighting if the main reflector is pivoted to the side or upwards. I can recommend this flash.
The older I get the faster I was.
Dave
K-3 II, K10D, DA16-85, DA*50-135, DA12-24, DA18-55, DA 50, Sigma EX DG 70mm Macro, Sigma 70-300mm, Sigma DG 120-400mm APO HSM.
Metz 58 AF-1.
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Dave
K-3 II, K10D, DA16-85, DA*50-135, DA12-24, DA18-55, DA 50, Sigma EX DG 70mm Macro, Sigma 70-300mm, Sigma DG 120-400mm APO HSM.
Metz 58 AF-1.
My Flickr link
Posted 29/01/2009 - 17:47
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They are both good flashes.
I've the AF540 since I like the controll more and has more coverage and is more powerfull then the Metz 85.
The secondary reflector off the Metz 58 might come in handy but never miss it so far though but it also had a strobe mode that the pentax miss.
Just go to the shop and see what you like that's the easiest way since they both have there strong and weak points but are quite similar for the basic functions so you can't go wrong.
Here you can compare them a bit link and for the difference off controll just try it in the shop.
I've the AF540 since I like the controll more and has more coverage and is more powerfull then the Metz 85.
The secondary reflector off the Metz 58 might come in handy but never miss it so far though but it also had a strobe mode that the pentax miss.
Just go to the shop and see what you like that's the easiest way since they both have there strong and weak points but are quite similar for the basic functions so you can't go wrong.
Here you can compare them a bit link and for the difference off controll just try it in the shop.
Posted 30/01/2009 - 08:44
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Thanks for the information. Going to the shop to try them out sounds a good idea, but....neither Pentax or Metz have any stockists in Scotland which means a 400+ mile round trip to the nearest one. Not the best of situations.
Posted 30/01/2009 - 13:04
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StoneyLoon wrote:
Thanks for the information. Going to the shop to try them out sounds a good idea, but....neither Pentax or Metz have any stockists in Scotland which means a 400+ mile round trip to the nearest one. Not the best of situations.
Thanks for the information. Going to the shop to try them out sounds a good idea, but....neither Pentax or Metz have any stockists in Scotland which means a 400+ mile round trip to the nearest one. Not the best of situations.
no indeed not... metz also makes them for other brands but would work similar as the version for Pentax but it doesn't have P-TTL but you might be able to hold and play with it a bit on a Nikon or something, just to try it out.
If you like the handeling just order that one since it can do all the things the Pentax AF540 can, so you won't miss anything.
Posted 31/01/2009 - 15:43
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Me and my fiancé have a pair of Metz 58s. I wouldn't get the Pentax 540 because the price, performance and quality of the Metz is better.
The 540 is no slouch, but in my opinion the Metz 58 is a little better.
The 540 is no slouch, but in my opinion the Metz 58 is a little better.
Posted 20/02/2009 - 08:30
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Hello again, and thanks for the advice. Taking on board all comments, and extensive online research i have taken the plunge and bought the Metz58. As we have no camera shops in Scotland had to rely on online shopping and a word of praise is due to SRS, called one day to ask some questions, ordered online and was delivered the next morning. Not used it in anger yet, but will try and post some results/comments.
Posted 23/03/2011 - 15:47
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Hi guys, I'm thinking about Metz 58 (because I can't find any Metz 48, unless somebody has it for sale )
Do you think that price of £219(BN) is good for Metz 58?!
Do you think that price of £219(BN) is good for Metz 58?!
K20D+grip, 16-45/4, 28-80 PZ, 28-70/4, MG, ME Super
Posted 23/03/2011 - 16:34
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The Metz 48 was replaced by the Metz 50.
Which version of the 58, AF-1 or AF-2?
Which version of the 58, AF-1 or AF-2?
Posted 23/03/2011 - 18:34
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It's Metz 58 AF-1
K20D+grip, 16-45/4, 28-80 PZ, 28-70/4, MG, ME Super
Posted 24/03/2011 - 01:48
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I just bought the Metz 58 af-2 and so far it,s looking good. I think they have discontinued the 48 in favour of a 50.
C&C welcome.
Don.
Don.
Posted 24/03/2011 - 09:31
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The only thing I don't like about the Metz flashes is the motorized zoom. This has failed on both 58s I have.
Posted 28/04/2011 - 19:36
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Tyr wrote:
The only thing I don't like about the Metz flashes is the motorized zoom. This has failed on both 58s I have.
The only thing I don't like about the Metz flashes is the motorized zoom. This has failed on both 58s I have.
From reading threads on other forums... Metz has by all accounts got a fantastic customer service dept... I'm sure if you contact them regarding this issue they'll do what they can to resolve it..
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Digital:
Pentax K5- Vivitar 19mm 3.8; FA35mm f2; D-Xenon 100mm macro f2.8; DA50-200mm WR...
Flash:
Yongnuo YN-560; Vivitar 285HV; Cactus V4 triggers...
Film:
Pentax-MX & M50mm f1.4; Spottie & 55mm f1.8; MG & M40mm 2.8...
https://www.flickr.com/photos/daveholmesphotos/
Posted 28/04/2011 - 19:49
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Unfortunately they only refer me on to the importer intro2020 who are not so good.
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