wparsonsgisnet Posted October 24, 2014 Share #1 Posted October 24, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have a Metz 54 and a newer Metz 58. I have burned out the light on the 54 twice, now, using it on the M9 and firing repeatedly. I saw a post that said the Metz does not protect for overheating of the bulb, like other manufacturers do. My requirement is a second flash that will mount on the M9 and also serve as a SLAVE flash with umbrella or diffuser, positioned to the side. If this works well, I may consider a second one of these things. I'd like lots of power for the side flash. Considering: Leica SF58, Metz 64, and a Quantum Qflash. I'm not excited about the last, because it won't double in the hotshoe. I have seen lots of praise for the Nikon SB-900. I guess I'll get the 54 repaired, again (!), but I certainly don't trust it at this point. Many thanks and regards to all, Bill Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Herr Barnack Posted October 24, 2014 Share #2 Posted October 24, 2014 I would probably go with the Leica SF58, since you need it to be compatible with the M240 for on camera use. I use an ancient Nikon SB25 with my M240, but use it off camera in conjunction with the Phottix Ares wireless trigger set ( http://www.amazon.com/Phottix-Ares-Set-Wireless-Trigger/dp/B00A4BR7KG/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top/177-3870226-7907746 ). This set up works well, but does not have TTL capability; for that, you will need to invest in the SF58. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wparsonsgisnet Posted October 24, 2014 Author Share #3 Posted October 24, 2014 I would probably go with the Leica SF58, since you need it to be compatible with the M240 for on camera use. I use an ancient Nikon SB25 with my M240, but use it off camera in conjunction with the Phottix Ares wireless trigger set ( Amazon.com : Phottix Ares Set Wireless Trigger (Black) : Photographic Lighting Slave Remote Triggers : Camera & Photo ). This set up works well, but does not have TTL capability; for that, you will need to invest in the SF58. Thanks, Carlos. I am thinking favorably about the SF58. I don't care about ttl. For flash, I shoot tests and set aperture. I need a backup on-camera flash that will serve as a slave. Best, Bill Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronazle Posted November 2, 2014 Share #4 Posted November 2, 2014 While all of the serious M8/M9 faults were eventually "fixed", and in some cases very generously, Leica continues to give us no real choice in strobe flash. Assuming we do not subject ourselves to cumbersome and undependable after market adaptations, we are stuck with an oversize immovable unit that occupies, in a ,hazardous manner, our only accessory shoe. Because of a slightly unique set of contacts, this unit defies dependable upgrade.- Leica could do better I'm sure. Regards, Ron P.S. The least Leica should do is offer an extension cord (that allows accessory shoe attachments) and a flash bracket that would facilitate off camera flash with the aforementioned cord. I would imagine a decent profit could be extracted from these accessories. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted November 2, 2014 Share #5 Posted November 2, 2014 I don't care about ttl. For flash, I shoot tests and set aperture. Bill, if you don't need TTL why not consider a Nikon SB910, which should work in manual and A mode on your Leicas. Like you, I've been using both Metz 54 and Leica SF58 and, whilst I quite like the compatibility of the latter, I've never fully got on with the SF58's soft button menu interface. I recently bought a Nikon SB910 and now realise what I have been missing. It is half the price of the SF58, is a much better quality package (comes with coloured filters, etc.) and works beautifully via a small number of clear buttons and a rotating dial. It also has automatic cut-off so the bulb shouldn't burn itself out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hiles Posted November 2, 2014 Share #6 Posted November 2, 2014 There is a blog called Strobist that has some interesting information andequipment recommendations. Also (certainly for me) some things to learn. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echo63 Posted November 7, 2014 Share #7 Posted November 7, 2014 Advertisement (gone after registration) There is a blog called Strobist that has some interesting information andequipment recommendations. Also (certainly for me) some things to learn. I have been reading Strobist for a long time, and i am still learning from the site. it is a brilliant educational tool for off camera lighting (its aimed at light weight, low power stuff, but is equally relevant to studio flashes) 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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