Newbie questions about Metz flash

zenesh · 16th March 2005

A few questions regarding the metz flash adaptors

There are different metz adaptors for different cameras such that the flash can perform TTL yeah?

1. Without the adaptors, can metz flash be used on a normal non-TTL hotshoe?

2. Is there a common adaptor(eg for olymupus) that metz flash can use? or specific adaptor can fit certain models of Metz flash only?

3. Once with adaptor, can non-TTL flashes be mounted on it ,such that the flash gains TTL capabilities?

Thanks

Reflection · 16th March 2005

I believe all your questions can be answered here: Metz

Alternatively, the people in Singapore who can answer your questions best would be:

Jebsen & Jessen Marketing (S) Pte. Ltd.
No. 2 Corporation Rd. #06-01/02/03, Corporation Place
Singapore 618494
Telephone: 0065-62651221
Fax: 0065-62651191
E-Mail: wallace_tsui@jjsea.com

Hope this helps.

zenesh · 17th March 2005

Thank you.

I have went through the site already but still a bit blur.

Hmmm... From what I gather from the website is that

1. Flash without adaptor can work for any non-TTL camera with hotshoe.
2. want TTL then need to get particuler adaptor for the camera

Is that right?

varf · 17th March 2005

with the dedicated adapters, your camera will be able to communicate information like current focal length (zoom), aperture and ISO setting to the flash. this will allow the flash to judge the 'correct' settings in TTL/Auto mode without you needing to adjust it.

note that this functionality depends on your camera and the actual flash model, please check Metz's site for compatibility.

using the standard single-pin adapter, you'll have to dial in your ISO/aperture/zoom settings on the flash manually, or operate it in manual mode. no TTL since the cam can't communicate with the flash other than to trigger it.

i'm not so sure about TTL performance since i use my 54MZ3 in Auto mode most of the time, so your mileage may vary. test before buying.

HTH.

16th March 2005	#1
zenesh Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 163	Newbie questions about Metz flash A few questions regarding the metz flash adaptors There are different metz adaptors for different cameras such that the flash can perform TTL yeah? 1. Without the adaptors, can metz flash be used on a normal non-TTL hotshoe? 2. Is there a common adaptor(eg for olymupus) that metz flash can use? or specific adaptor can fit certain models of Metz flash only? 3. Once with adaptor, can non-TTL flashes be mounted on it ,such that the flash gains TTL capabilities? Thanks

17th March 2005	#4
varf Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 710	with the dedicated adapters, your camera will be able to communicate information like current focal length (zoom), aperture and ISO setting to the flash. this will allow the flash to judge the 'correct' settings in TTL/Auto mode without you needing to adjust it. note that this functionality depends on your camera and the actual flash model, please check Metz's site for compatibility. using the standard single-pin adapter, you'll have to dial in your ISO/aperture/zoom settings on the flash manually, or operate it in manual mode. no TTL since the cam can't communicate with the flash other than to trigger it. i'm not so sure about TTL performance since i use my 54MZ3 in Auto mode most of the time, so your mileage may vary. test before buying. HTH. __________________ eyes \| head \| feet \| flickr Last edited by varf; 17th March 2005 at 10:11 AM.

16th March 2005	#2
Reflection Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cowtown Posts: 1,130	I believe all your questions can be answered here: Metz Alternatively, the people in Singapore who can answer your questions best would be: Jebsen & Jessen Marketing (S) Pte. Ltd. No. 2 Corporation Rd. #06-01/02/03, Corporation Place Singapore 618494 Telephone: 0065-62651221 Fax: 0065-62651191 E-Mail: wallace_tsui@jjsea.com Hope this helps.