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Originally Posted by jimleicam3
My Dad gave me his M3 from the mid 1960's, and the photocell light meter that fits in the hot shoe no longer works. I am looking to replace it with another hot shoe mount light meter. I already use a Seekonic 358L, but one of the main reasons I like shooting my Leica is because it is small and handy. Thanks, Jim
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Hot shoe meters are an advantage only in theory: in practice, not having it on the camera (be it the old Leicameter or the new Cosina/Voigt, or others like an old Gossen I had years ago) results in more light equip., no scratches on top, no problems with cases ... and the quickness of operation isn't dissimilar from a standard handeld, which has also the advantage to be easily "moved around" to evaluate different light zones, and also to be used in incident mode. The coupling to times knob of the Leicameters is also a not so significant advantage : when one decides to USE a lightmeter , must be conscious that using it needs anyway a certain time and attention, and a (small) device to be carried with you : having used them for >20 years, I'm convinced that a compact external, carried in your pocket and with a simple cord attached to your belt is the best solution; good alternative, neck cord and shirt top pocket...