john_tucson Posted December 10, 2013 Share #1 Posted December 10, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) why i didn't here talk about using flash for leica. It should have it? or not:D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bill W Posted December 11, 2013 Share #2 Posted December 11, 2013 By the lack of responses, I am guessing folks are confused as to what you are asking or saying. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jip Posted December 11, 2013 Share #3 Posted December 11, 2013 I use the SF58 with my M240 it works with HSS as well, nice addition I liked on the R series... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_tucson Posted December 12, 2013 Author Share #4 Posted December 12, 2013 sorry about that. I mean why all user leica don't use flash? So recommend it should be have flash for taking photo at night? thank you, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilliamsphotography Posted December 12, 2013 Share #5 Posted December 12, 2013 sorry about that. I mean why all user leica don't use flash?So recommend it should be have flash for taking photo at night? thank you, I think there may be a number of reasons why flash isn't much of a topic on a M forum: 1) I'd hazard a guess that most M users are primarily available light shooters, and if flash is an occasional need they have a small speed-light to use on it for fill ... or more likely they also have a DSLR with a dedicated flash more suited to the task. The SF58 is quite large on the M cameras and fairly awkward. 2) Compared to 35mm DSLR Brands, flash systems for Leica cameras have traditionally been less sophisticated, or more difficult to implement ... especially off-camera. 3) M digital cameras do not have PC sync port for use of strobes. The M240 does offer a PC sync port, but it is built into the multifunctional base, so it is possible with an accessory. 4) Any lens below 28mm requires a W/A finder, or the M240 EVF, which then occupies the hot shoe where a speed-light or radio transmitter would go. - Marc Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dugby Posted December 13, 2013 Share #6 Posted December 13, 2013 In low light, where flash is required, manual focus is difficult using a RF. but now with LV one has a better chance to achieve focus, so you may well see a new crop of M users using a flash.. I've tested my M240 using my Metz MZ 40 3i with SCA3502m4 with twin reflectors quite successfully Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ayewing Posted December 14, 2013 Share #7 Posted December 14, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) The Leica SF24D is small and light and integrates well with the camera when used in the hot shoe. Unfortunately it does not tilt or rotate so it is often preferable to use it off camera with a flash cord. An inexpensive alternative is to use an old thyristor flash that tilts allowing bounced flash. The SF58 is probably the best solution but so far its size, weight and high price has put me off buying one as I do not do much flash photography. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirekti Posted December 15, 2013 Share #8 Posted December 15, 2013 I believe I'll get a cheap Metz 20 C-2 Amazon.com: Metz MZ 20220 20 C-2 Automatic Flash with Tilt Reflector: Camera & Photo as it would suit my needs which are really low. It is cool as it can bounce in small rooms. I just realized it comes with the cable in the box so I just need a hot shoe adapter. Would any Nikon work fine? Any suggestions? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carduelis Posted December 15, 2013 Share #9 Posted December 15, 2013 Just recently bought a used SF24D that seems to work well with the M240 after a bit of practice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mirekti Posted December 15, 2013 Share #10 Posted December 15, 2013 I believe I'll get a cheap Metz 20 C-2 Amazon.com: Metz MZ 20220 20 C-2 Automatic Flash with Tilt Reflector: Camera & Photo as it would suit my needs which are really low. It is cool as it can bounce in small rooms. I just realized it comes with the cable in the box so I just need a hot shoe adapter. Would any Nikon work fine? Any suggestions? Like this one Nikon AS-15 Sync Terminal Adapter (Hot Shoe to PC) 3066 B&H ?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
philcycles Posted December 15, 2013 Share #11 Posted December 15, 2013 In low light, where flash is required, manual focus is difficult using a RF. but now with LV one has a better chance to achieve focus, so you may well see a new crop of M users using a flash.. Huh? I don't have any trouble focussing using the rangefinder in the lowest of light. In fact, I prefer it. I've always thought one of the Leica advantages was low light focussing. I used to take pictures in recording studios where light levels are barely enough to see. To each his own. Phil Brown Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubuli Posted December 18, 2013 Share #12 Posted December 18, 2013 I use the SF-24D in TTL mode and manual exposure... and I usually drag the shutter. TTL surprisingly works very well with the M9 and the M240...M8, not so much. not the most brilliant examples...but just to show what the M is capable with the SF-24D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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