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THe FaSCinaTiOn OF
FlaSH PHOTOGraPHy –
Metz mecablitz – Flash units for
analog and digital cameras
MeTZ MeCaBliTZ
COMPleTe PHOTO eleCTrOniCS CaTalOGue 2008/2009
Metz – always first class.
www.metz.de

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  • Page 1: Flash Photography

    THe FaSCinaTiOn OF FlaSH PHOTOGraPHy – Metz mecablitz – Flash units for analog and digital cameras MeTZ MeCaBliTZ COMPleTe PHOTO eleCTrOniCS CaTalOGue 2008/2009 Metz – always first class. www.metz.de...
  • Page 2 C o n t e n t s into the future with tradition Photo Gallery Product Families System Flash Units Metz mecablitz 58 aF-1 digital Metz mecablitz 48 aF-1 digital Metz mecablitz 36 aF-4 digital SCA Flash Units Metz mecablitz 76 MZ-5 digital...
  • Page 3 Automatic Flash Units Metz mecablitz 45 Cl-1 Metz mecablitz 36 C-2 + Metz mecablitz 20 C-2 Slave Flash Units Metz mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital Metz mecablitz 15 MS-1 digital Quick Search Technical Data accessories Technical Dictionary...
  • Page 4 The highly-developed SCa adapter system is another Metz strength. it makes it possible for Metz SCa flash units to be used on many cameras. Metz thus successfully manufactures products that stand out...
  • Page 5 (iSO 9001) in all corporate divisions guarantee that the highest demands are met: Metz – always first class. technical perfection Decades of development experi-...

  • Page 6: Photo Gallery

    “off-camera” use of the units. adjusting the flash exposure plays a major role in the effect of a subject. in many Metz flash devices, the amount of light can be controlled variably, and thus balanced entirely according to need.
  • Page 8 With Metz mecablitz digital into the future The flexibility of Metz mecablitz units can be seen in the different flash families. They have the respective functional equipment to go along with the different requirements profiles. in principle, there are the following groups:...
  • Page 9 autoMatIC flash unIts automatic flash units are connected to the camera via a hot-shoe contact or a sync cord connection and have their own automatic flash control. This means that it isn’t the camera that controls the flash, rather the flash itself responds intelligently and meters the light as precisely as required by the subject.
  • Page 10 Y s t e M f l a s h u n I t s using a flash is more fun than ever before. it’s no wonder, because with Metz system flash units, absolute operating comfort is available. Clearly-arranged displays, some of them even illuminated, give information, for example, about what values the respective flash pro- gram completely automatically sets.
  • Page 11 Thanks to modern flash controllers such as, for example, e-TTl, i-TTl, P-TTl, and aDi, the light output of Metz system flash units can be control- led by the camera. if the existing lighting mood is to be retained, it is therefore important to use a shutter time that is longer than the flash synch time.

  • Page 12: Flash Output

    2007/2008* experts from 50 different trade journals from 18 european countries awarded this coveted prize to the Metz mecablitz 58 aF-1 digital in the Photo accessories category. The innovative high-performance unit was the first flash equipped with a uSB port. it can be used to conveniently...

  • Page 13: Power Supply

    • ADI remote mode (slave operation) Guaranteed in the future • Firmware update via integrated USB port Power supply • 4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries • 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries • powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 58-50 cable Included in delivery • belt case • slave mounting foot accessorIes Power Pack P 76 set Mecabounce 58-90...
  • Page 14 Best Accessory 2008 Having just been awarded the cove- ted “Tipa awards 2008” in the cate- gory Best accessory, the Metz meca- blitz 48 aF-1 digital is stylish and tech- nically advanced. equipped with a uSB port for firmware updates via in-...
  • Page 15 Camera-specific system flash modes CANON VERSION • E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode • E-TTL remote mode (slave operation) NIKON/FUJIFIlm VERSION • i-TTL / D-TTL / 3D flash mode • i-TTL remote mode (slave operation) OlYmPUS/PANASONIC/lEICA VERSION • Four Thirds TTL flash mode • Four Thirds TTL remote mode (slave operation) PENTAX/SAmSUNG VERSION • P-TTL flash mode • P-TTL remote mode (slave operation) SONY AlPhA VERSION • ADI flash mode • ADI remote mode (slave operation) Guaranteed in the future • Firmware update via integrated USB port Power sources • 4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or...
  • Page 16 M e C a b l I t z 3 6 a f - 4 d I G I ta l for demanding beginners GN of 36 at ISO 100/21° (85 mm) GN of 30 at ISO 100/21° (50 mm) The compact class Presenting the Metz mecablitz 36 aF-4C digital for Canon, 36 aF-4n digital for nikon, 36 aF-4O digital for Olympus and Panasonic, 36 aF-4P for Pentax / Samsung and 36 aF-4S for Sony alpha, in the smart Cobra design.
  • Page 17 OlYmPUS/PANASONIC/lEICA VERSION • Four Thirds TTL flash mode PENTAX/SAmSUNG VERSION • P-TTL flash mode SONY AlPhA VERSION • ADI flash mode Guaranteed in the future • firmware update possible via Metz Service Power sources • 4 x AA alkaline-magnesium batteries • 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries slave flash unIts autoMatIC flash unIts sCa flash unIts sYsteM flash unIts...
  • Page 18 C a f l a s h u n I t s The unique special feature of Metz SCa flash units is that one and the same flash unit can be used with different cameras – it doesn’t matter whether they are digital or analog. By simply replacing the adapter, system cameras from different manufacturers can be used, because they offer the richest array of special functions.
  • Page 19 f l a s h t I P Perfectly-equipped Tough professional use requires the maximum flash power. The new, practical, high-power Power Pack P 76, which attaches to your belt, provides even more energy. This increases flash output, while simultaneously reducing the flash recycle time.
  • Page 20 Discrimi- nating photographers will appreciate the lasting flash performance ensured by the niMH rechargeable battery and the Metz charger. it offers consid- erably more power than the previous niCad rechargeable battery. The control unit of the 76 MZ-5 digital is specially equipped with a large, illuminated dot matrix display.
  • Page 21 • Four Thirds TTL flash mode PENTAX/SAmSUNG • P-TTL flash mode SONY AlPhA • ADI flash mode • ADI remote mode (slave operation) Guaranteed in the future • firmware update possible via Metz Service Power sources • Metz NiMH rechargeable battery 76-56 (included with flash) • powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 76 cable Included in delivery • standard foot • camera bracket • NiMH rechargeable batteries...
  • Page 22 M e C a b l I t z 4 5 C l - 4 d I G I ta l b a s I C / K I t for pros Great performance: The Metz mecablitz 45 Cl-4 digital is a powerful handheld flashgun that is very convincing, due to its Gn of 45 for ISO 100/21° and 35 mm focal...
  • Page 23 • Four Thirds TTL flash mode PENTAX/SAmSUNG • P-TTL flash mode SONY AlPhA • ADI flash mode • ADI remote mode (slave function) Guaranteed in the future • firmware update possible via Metz Service Power sources • Metz NiMH rechargeable battery 45-56 (included with kit version) • powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 76 cable • alkaline-magnesium batteries (Battery basket 45-39 required separately;...
  • Page 24 M e C a b l I t z 5 4 M z - 4 i d I G I ta l for semi-professionals Especially versatile: Presenting the simple and highly functional flagship of the Metz SCa compact flash units. it is convincing due to the: • High light output: GN of 54 at ISO 100/21° and 105 mm...
  • Page 25 • P-TTL flash mode SONY AlPhA • ADI flash mode • ADI remote mode (slave function) Power sources • 4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries • 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries • powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 54-50 cable Included in delivery • Light reduction filter • Bag • Standard foot Power Pack P 76 Connecting cable (v 54-50 connection...
  • Page 26 M e C a b l I t z 4 4 M z - 2 d I G I ta l for committed amateur photographers GN of 44 at ISO 100/21° (105 mm) GN of 34 at ISO 100/21° (50 mm) Variable entry-level model: in conjunction with the respective SCa adapter, the mecablitz 44 MZ-2 digital can be used with almost any analog Slr camera as well as with digital cameras from nikon and...

  • Page 27: Included With Delivery

    Camera-specific system flash modes with sCa adapters NIKON/FUJIFIlm • i-TTL flash mode OlYmPUS/PANASONIC/lEICA • Four Thirds TTL flash mode Guaranteed in the future • Firmware update possible via Metz Service (flash unit and SCa adapter) Power sources • 4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries • 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries Included with delivery Standard foot •...

  • Page 28: Fill-In Flash

    a u t o M at I C f l a s h u n I t s The flash units in this family don’t have TTl flash mode; instead, they have the so-called automatic flash mode, in addition to manual flash mode.
  • Page 29 f l a s h t I P Long exposure times it is worth experimenting with exposure times that are longer than the flash sync speed. For moving objects, interesting blurring effects and a corresponding brightening of the fore- ground can be obtained in a range of approx. 1 second.
  • Page 30 GN of 45 at ISO 100/21° (35 mm) Simply a powerful light: The powerful Metz handheld flashgun family begins with the robust Metz mecablitz 45 Cl-1. it offers a fully swiveling and tilting reflector, high light output with easy handling and is reduced down to the essentials.
  • Page 31 Power Pack P 76 set niMh charger set b46 (v 45 cable required) slave flash unIts accessorIes batter y basket 45-39 bounce diffuser 76-23 for bounce flash autoMatIC flash unIts sCa flash unIts sYsteM flash unIts CANON NIKON FUJIFIlm hASSElBlAD lEICA mAmIYA OlYmPUS...
  • Page 32 M e C a b l I t z 3 6 C - 2 for beginners CANON NIKON FUJIFIlm hASSElBlAD lEICA mAmIYA OlYmPUS PANASONIC PENTAX ROllEI SAmSUNG SONY Reliable: Those who are looking for a precise automatic flash with a tilting reflector unit will be well-served by the mecablitz 36 C-2.
  • Page 33 The currently smallest compact flash unit from Metz is clearly more effective than the flash integrated into the camera. The mecablitz 20 C-2 with Gn 20 at ISO 100/21° and 35 mm focal...
  • Page 34 Metz slave mode (wireless Metz remote system): This clever Metz system facilitates targeted light control for two Metz flash units. Here, one is attached directly to the camera as a so-called master flash. in contrast, the other slave flash unit can be positioned anywhere in the room.
  • Page 35 Thus, directed light can be adjusted in terms of contrast and brightness. in the slave mode, the Metz mecablitz 15 MS-1 can also be used to effectively lighten shadowed areas of pictures.
  • Page 36 Wouldn’t you like to have a handy flash unit that can also be used sepa- rate from the camera once in a while? Then Metz has the perfect solution for you! let the curtain rise for the Metz mecablitz 28 CS-2...

  • Page 37: Special Feature

    • Learning mode: optimum adaptation of the flash unit to the camera-specific pre-flash only once at the beginning • Metz-specific TTL remote mode (slave mode) with other Metz flash units as the master Guaranteed in the future • firmware update possible via Metz Service Power sources • 2 x AAA alkaline-magnesium batteries • 2 x AAA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries Included in delivery • wide-angle diffuser (24 mm)
  • Page 38 * For TTl operation in the remote mode, you need a master flash unit. Depending on the camera manufacturer or camera model, the TTl specific master function has an integrated or external flash, as the Metz 58 aF-1. More details at www.metz.de king it particularly reliable and pre- cise.
  • Page 39 • Wireless slave flash mode with or without preflash suppression • slave operation with learning function • Manual flash mode (operated via sync socket / slave) Guaranteed in the future • firmware update possible via Metz Service Power sources • Integrated power supply via 2x AAA (Micro) alkaline batteries (1.5 V) or 2x aaa (Micro) niMH rechargeable batteries (1.2 V) or 2x aaa (Micro) lithium batteries (1.5 V) Included in delivery • bouncer diffuser...
  • Page 40 SONY alpha regarding your type of camera, also take note the SCa packaging imprint and the M version of the adapter. For current versions of the flash units or alternatively the adapters, see www.metz.de. sCa 3102 sCa 3102 sCa 3102...
  • Page 41 * The following operating modes are available, depending on camera configuration: - remote TTl slave - Slave with or without pre-flash suppression - Manual mode via sync cable Please follow the operating instructions. Consult www.metz.de for more information 48 af-1C sCa 3102 48 af-1C...

  • Page 42: Technical Data

    (auto off) Wake-up function by the camera automatic aF measurement flash / multi-zone aF measurement flash aF auxiliary light Metz remote flash mode (master/slave) Master flash mode (Metz remote) Slave flash mode (Metz remote) Standard flash modes...
  • Page 43 (1.2 V) runs on lithium batteries (1.5 V) runs on Metz niMH rechargeable battery pack external energy supply with Metz Power Pack P 76 Number of flashes (at full light output) running on alkaline-magnesium batteries (1.5 V) running on niCd rechargeable batteries (1.2 V/600 mah)
  • Page 44 a C C e s s o r I e s Rechargeable batteries and battery case niMh rechargeable batteries 45-56 niMh rechargeable batteries 76-56 battery basket without batteries 45-39 Charging sets and chargers niMh charger set b 46 niMh charger set b 47 Power packs and accessories Power Pack P 76 set (incl.
  • Page 45 Bounce diffusers bounce diffuser 54-23 (or 58-23) bounce diffuser 76-23 mecalux mecalux 11 Camera straps Camera straps 50-31 Wrist strap Wrist strap 45-27 Connecting cable sCa 3008 a for sCa 3002 adapter sCa 307 a for sCa 300 adapter sCa 3045 for sCa 300/3002 adapter sCa 300 a for sCa 300 adapter Adapters sCa 344 for nikon f3...

  • Page 46: Technical Glossary

    t e C h n I C a l G l o s s a r Y Modern further development of the TTl flash control for Sony alpha and Konica-Minolta cameras in which, for example, the data for distance to the subject must be put into the flash exposure in addition.
  • Page 47 SCa 3002 system, depending on the type of camera. The firmware of an SCa adapter from the SCa 3002 system is updateable via Metz service for future cameras. The SCa 3002 adapters are an updated version of the SCa 3000 system.
  • Page 48 Your authorised Metz dealer Metz – Quality made in Germany Core competencies in the fields of consumer electronics, photo electronics, and plastics engineering form the basis of the excellent worldwide reputation of Metz-Werke. Metz-Werke GmbH & Co KG P. O. Box 1267...

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