The Sekonic L-308X-U FLASHMATE is a top - notch, pocket - sized light meter known for its high accuracy. It's a versatile tool that can measure both ambient and flash lighting, and it's also great for video work with dedicated Cine and HD Cine modes. With a sliding lumisphere, it can measure ambient light and reflected light through a lens with a 40° reception angle. It has an extensive metering range, from EV0 to 19.9 at ISO 100 for ambient light and can handle flash from f/1.0 to f/90.9 at ISO 100. It also offers excellent repeat accuracy. The L - 308X Series comes with three metering modes to meet the needs of modern image creators. In Photo Mode, it provides full exposure control for photographers, whether on - location or in the studio. It clearly displays measurement data for flash and ambient light, along with ambient EV measurement. The new Aperture Priority Mode is a boon for photographers when depth - of - field is crucial. HD Cine Mode gives cinematographers a compact option for location scouting or a quick solution on set. Users can select from various frame rates and shutter angles and get accurate measurements to within one - tenth of a stop. The addition of ISO 850 helps cinematographers measure in the native ISOs of many professional cinema cameras. Cine Mode is designed for professionals, taking on the challenges of digital cinematography. It allows you to select the right combination of frame rates and shutter angles for exposure control with one - tenth stop accuracy. It offers Lux (lx) and foot - candle (fc) readout, enabling quick lighting setup in a compact, affordable, and easy - to - use design. Key features include incident metering for ambient and flash, 40 - degree reflected light metering, illuminance measurement, an LCD with auto backlight under EV5, a PC sync terminal, a cordless flash option, a calibration compensation function, custom settings, and it runs on one AA battery.
Using the Sekonic L - 308X - U FLASHMATE light meter is a breeze. First, turn it on using the power button. For ambient light measurement, use the sliding lumisphere. You can measure reflected light by using the built - in 40° lens. To switch between different metering modes (Photo, HD Cine, or Cine), just press the mode button on the device. In Photo Mode, you can choose between Shutter Priority and Aperture Priority. In Cine modes, select the appropriate frame rate and shutter angle for your needs. When measuring flash, make sure to set up the cordless or cord - in (PC) connection correctly. Here are some important things to note. Don't expose the device to extreme temperatures. The operating temperature is between 0°C and 40°C, and the storage temperature is from - 20°C to 60°C. Keep it away from water and moisture. For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior. If the LCD gets dirty, clean it gently. Replace the AA battery when the power runs low. Always refer to the operating manual for detailed instructions and troubleshooting.
