Minolta Flash meter IV - GENERAL INFORMATION; Incident-light Readings

GENERAL INFORMATION
lncident{ight Readings
With incident-light
readings, exposure is based on the brightness
of the
light falling
on the subject. The sub-
ject's
reflectivity
(how
light
or
dark
it
is) does
not
influence
the
reading.
Many
photographers
prefer
to make incident-light
readings
because these readings
produce
very
predictable,
consistent exposures
for most
average scenes.
Furthermore,
this
method
is very
quick
and
simple, and thus is
well-suited
to
determining the exposure in
fast-changing
situations.
Taking Incident-light Readings
Attach
the spherical diffuser to the
Flash Meter lV. The
optional
Flat
Diffuser, Mini Diffuser,
and the
4X
and
8X Spherical
ND Diffusers can also be used.
Move in close
to
the subiect so that
you
can measure the same
light
that is
falling
on the
subject.
Aim
the
diffuser directly at the
camera lens. lf
you
can't
get
close
to the subject,
hold
the
meter in
the opposite
direction
that
the camera lens is
facing.
In
"AMBI" and "CORD"
modes,
take the
reading
by
pressing
the
measuring
button. In
"NON.C"
mode,
press
the
measuring
button
to
activate the
meter,
then trigger the
flash unit
to take the
reading.
Incident
light
metering
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