MaxGor Posted June 21, 2024 Author Share #21 Posted June 21, 2024 Advertisement (gone after registration) 15 minutes ago, dugby said: Quite a few smallest lightest speedlights were discussed last year in the above link Thanks, that is pretty useful reading. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted June 21, 2024 Posted June 21, 2024 Hi MaxGor, Take a look here Pentax AF201FG Flash on M11. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
charlesphoto99 Posted June 21, 2024 Share #22 Posted June 21, 2024 On 6/20/2024 at 6:51 AM, MaxGor said: I just need a bit of fill in effect - only to soften shadows, etc... Outside it will be pretty difficult for me to have everything on manual - I am hoping that EV correction up to -3 will do the trick. It is my plan/theory - I never tried it before, possibly I am talking rubbish. PS Great shot by the way! Thanks. EV correction is one thing, auto iso another. Outside you might need to use an ND filter depending on the light. Here's an example, again using a Profoto A10 in manual with a 28 summicron and an ND 4X. Since the sync speed of an M10 is only 1/180 an ND can be really handy to keep your f/stop at a reasonable place (i.e. f8) without totally blowing out the ambient light. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/396265-pentax-af201fg-flash-on-m11/?do=findComment&comment=5372598'>More sharing options...
charlesphoto99 Posted June 21, 2024 Share #23 Posted June 21, 2024 One other fun consideration is that vintage auto thyristor flashes can be made wireless using inexpensive triggers, and that way one doesn't have to worry about the voltages of the flash interacting with the camera. I know the Magnum photographer Bruce Gilden is doing that with a Vivitar 285HV and his M10. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxGor Posted June 21, 2024 Author Share #24 Posted June 21, 2024 31 minutes ago, charlesphoto99 said: Thanks. EV correction is one thing, auto iso another. Outside you might need to use an ND filter depending on the light. Here's an example, again using a Profoto A10 in manual with a 28 summicron and an ND 4X. Since the sync speed of an M10 is only 1/180 an ND can be really handy to keep your f/stop at a reasonable place (i.e. f8) without totally blowing out the ambient light. Thank you for your valuable advice. It has made me reconsider whether I truly need a flash. As I approach 50, I've come to appreciate the simplicity of things. If something complicates matters, it's probably not worth it—that's my philosophy these days.If using a flash means dealing with manual exposure, ND filters, and more weight than I anticipated, I think I'll be happier sticking with just my Leica and a single lens. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlesphoto99 Posted June 21, 2024 Share #25 Posted June 21, 2024 2 minutes ago, MaxGor said: Thank you for your valuable advice. It has made me reconsider whether I truly need a flash. As I approach 50, I've come to appreciate the simplicity of things. If something complicates matters, it's probably not worth it—that's my philosophy these days.If using a flash means dealing with manual exposure, ND filters, and more weight than I anticipated, I think I'll be happier sticking with just my Leica and a single lens. Yeah, back in the film days (and early digital) I would use flash a LOT because one had to. Now I mainly use it for effect when I feel like it. Last night I was shooting a different band at the same place and didn't feel like using a flash, so reverted to 50K iso on my M10M. No way to do that when TMAX 3200 pushed to 6400 (with grain the size of golf balls) was the only option! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxGor Posted June 21, 2024 Author Share #26 Posted June 21, 2024 1 minute ago, charlesphoto99 said: Yeah, back in the film days (and early digital) I would use flash a LOT because one had to. Now I mainly use it for effect when I feel like it. Last night I was shooting a different band at the same place and didn't feel like using a flash, so reverted to 50K iso on my M10M. No way to do that when TMAX 3200 pushed to 6400 (with grain the size of golf balls) was the only option! I checked your links and I have to say your are true master of your flashes. I agree - now days flash is not a necessity but rather a tool to define a style. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted June 21, 2024 Share #27 Posted June 21, 2024 Advertisement (gone after registration) I use a Metz 32 CT7 (when I use a flash, not that often) on my M cameras.. It has all controls and functions one could wish for and the styling is a perfect fit for an M. Both the SCA 351 and 343 adapters will work. Not small, but not heavy either. Sorry for the mess in the background Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/396265-pentax-af201fg-flash-on-m11/?do=findComment&comment=5372839'>More sharing options...
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