The use of an exposure meter pays off in order to be able to keep the lighting situation under control at a photo shoot. It makes it possible to precisely determine the amount of light at every place within the image. In this issue of “Blende 8” (f-stop 8), Thomas Kuhn shows how exposure meters are used in complex light situations with several flash units.
You’ll find lots of additional inspiration and tips for practical photography in this video published by Rheinwerk Verlag.
The mercury oxide batteries V625PX or PX13 contain the dangerous substance mercury and therefore may no longer be sold. What alternatives are there for this battery?
Replacement with commercially available rechargeable batteries with a higher capacity.
Congratulations, you’ve taken a step in the right direction and purchased a precision meter that will help you to perfect the exposure of your shots and eliminate the need for a lot of waste and time to finish your images. If the light meter does not initially provide the values you expect, we recommend that you read this entry and perform the calibration described below.
Our new compendium answers questions covering all aspects of issues associated with handheld exposure meters in digital photography. Find out more about the functions included with exposure meters and how to use them, as well as the characteristics of light, white balancing and much more.
The video fully explains the mode of operation and function of GOSSEN’s exposure meters for use in contemporary digital photography.
