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Re: [Largeformat] Photo 101 - Class 25 - Incident meters





In a message dated 9/4/00 10:10:56 AM, douglas@metaversalstudios.com writes:

<< Interesting.  The last one-degree spot meter I tried was the new Sekonic 
(L-508?), and the low-light sensitivity was so abysmal that I sold it.  >>

The Sekonic 508 (and I believe other Sekonics as well) are notorious for poor 
low light response.  You will find either the Pentax or Gossen have far 
greater response in low light situations.  I can use my Pentax Digital Spot 
almost in available darkness.

Cheers,

Ted