The Fascination of Flash Photography
Metz mecablitz Flash units for analog and digital cameras
Metz mecablitz Complete Photo Electronics Catalogue 2008

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Contents
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 Metz mecablitz 45 CL-4 digital Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital Metz mecablitz 44 MZ-2 digital
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
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Into the future with tradition
For decades, Metz has played a leading role in professional flash photography. Its no wonder, because the companys product range is very diverse. Ranging from handy and compact up to powerful handheld flashguns, there is just the right light for any need. 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 due to their versatility, long service life, and quality.

Excellent quality

Metz flash units operated convincingly in many tests. This is the case for light performance as well as reliability and handling. In order to maintain this quality, the Metz plants in Zirndorf near Nuremberg consistently rely on development and production in its German location. Highly-qualified personnel and our own training system, as well as the know-how from decades of development work, combined with demanding quality management (ISO 9001) in all corporate divisions guarantee that the highest demands are met: Metz always first class.

Metz Ideas have a future

Through an entire series of technical pioneer work, the Metz plants have established an excellent reputation over many decades. This is the result of core competences in the areas of electronics and plastics engineering. An entire series of
innovations, such as the worlds

Technical perfection

Decades of development experience and production in Germany ensure the high technical standard of Metz devices. The use of highquality components in connection with the most modern high-tech SMD assembly machines ensure that you can rely on Metz products. Convincing evidence for this is the worldwide marketing of high-quality products, both in the flash sector as well as in ultramodern TV production.
first integrated USB port in the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital and mecablitz 48 AF-1 digital, or the self-learning Slave Mode in the mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital, are typical examples of this.

Photo Gallery

More fun better pictures
Using a flash pays off: Anyone using additional light when taking a photograph obtains better results, because in post-processing, it isnt possible to obtain missing colors or brilliance from the picture: The methods: Using a flash doesnt only mean flooding a dark subject with light; rather it also means handling this light in a target manner as well as creatively. There are very different methods available to achieve this. It starts with a direct flash of the subject with a flash unit fastened to the camera, and continues with a bounce flash, which is made possible by turning and tilting the reflector head. This way, the light can be redirected either with a special bounce diffuser or with an extendable, integrated reflector card. In addition, there are other flash methods that can be achieved through an 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. In this way, a lighting mood is never lost. There is even considerable advantage in using a Metz flash in daylight. Shadowed areas or backlight can be brightened optimally in this way, and it enables pictures with undreamed-of sharpness and brilliance. In contrast to bygone eras, flashes and cameras themselves already contribute a great deal to successful exposure. These days, no flash photographer has to spend time on f-stop calculations or use various formulas. Intelligent units have now taken over most of the work. With the help of various special functions, one can concentrate on the essentials, i.e. the picture composition. That way, using a flash is really fun!

P r o d u c t Fa m i l i e s
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:

System flash units

With System flash units, using a flash is a great deal of fun. Thanks to their being highly-developed and fully automatic, you only have to attach the flash, and away you go. System flash units are available in different versions. In this way, they provide a specific connection for a specific brand of camera, with which it works together perfectly. The best examples of this are the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital, which was singled out as the Best Flash Unit in Europe 2007/2008*, or the Metz mecablitz 48 AF-1 digital.

SCA flash units

Cameras can change, but not Metz! The unique special feature of Metz SCA flash units is that one and the same flash unit can be used with different cameras it doesnt matter whether they are digital or analog. By simply replacing the adapter, system cameras of different manufacturers can be used. Flash units with SCA adapters are particularly good for reflex cameras, because they offer the richest array of special functions. Of course, the SCA modules are also suitable for cameras from many other manufacturers, because of the adapters available.

*EISA Award 2007/2008

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 isnt the camera that controls the flash, rather the flash itself responds intelligently and meters the light as precisely as required by the subject. There are automatic flash units ranging from professional handheld flash guns to small, handy compact flashes. For compact digital cameras (with flash connectors), there is the particularly handy mecablitz 20 C-2 in this category, which offers a vertically-tilting reflector, despite its minimal size.

Slave flash units

The group of slave flash units is intended to be used for particularly varied and interesting directed lighting. This is because they can be used as so-called off-camera flashes, because they can be positioned anywhere in the room. Because they dont need a direct contact to the camera, they are especially interesting for owners of compact digital cameras that dont have a flash connection option. With the SCA 3083 digital Slave Adapter (Metz Remote System), any current model of SCA flash unit is given additional slave qualities and in this way becomes a member of the family. Even the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital or the 48 AF-1 digital can be used as a slave, even though they are not directly assigned to this category. In this mode of operation, they also support the flash modes of the respective camera manufacturer.

Flash output

high max. GN of 58 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm

Basic configuration

secondary reflector with 3 light output ratios vertical (-7/+90) and horizontal (270) swivel reflector easy operating concept illuminable dot matrix LC display motor zoom for 24 - 105 mm illumination integrated wide-angle diffuser for 18 mm illumination reflector card that can be flipped open for soft flash illumination modeling light (permanent light for checking the photo) integrated autofocus multi-zone measuring flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator automatic unit switch-off and manual key lock

Standard flash modes

TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 25 partial lighting levels stroboscope mode HSS high speed synchronization 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash flash bracketing

In detail

Extendible reflector card

Tilt reflector

Easy to operate

USB port

Secondar y reflector with 3 par tial lighting levels
GN of 58 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 42 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
Camera-specific system flash modes

Canon Version

E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode E-TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)
CANON NIKON FUJIfilm OLYMPUS PANASONIC PENTAX SAMSUNG SONY (D-SLR)

Nikon / Fujifilm Version

i-TTL / D-TTL / 3D flash mode i-TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)
Olympus / Panasonic / Leica Version
Four Thirds TTL flash mode Four Thirds TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)

Pentax / Samsung Version

P-TTL flash mode P-TTL remote mode (master and slave operation)

Sony alpha Version

ADI flash mode ADI remote mode (slave operation)
Guaranteed in the future Power supply
Firmware update via integrated USB port 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 (V58-50 cable required
Mecabounce 58-90 for softer illumination
Bounce diffuser 54-23 for bounce flash

P-TTL flash mode P-TTL remote mode (slave operation)
Guaranteed in the future Power sources
4 x AA alkaline-magnesium or lithium batteries 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries
Firmware update via integrated USB port
m e c a b l i t z AF - 4 d i g i ta l

For demanding beginners

The compact class Presenting the Metz mecablitz 36 AF-4C digital for Canon, or alternatively the 36 AF-4N digital for Nikon, in the advantageous Cobra design. With these two sophisticated entry-level models Metz has the right flash answer ready for groups of users of Canon or Nikon digital cameras. The mecablitz 36 AF-4C digital provides E-TTL flash mode; the 36 AF-4N for Nikon has i-TTL flash mode. In addition, they are impressive because of their likeably easy operation. Even bounce flash becomes childs play, due to the vertically-tilting reflector. The manually-adjustable zoom reflector has other advantages. By adjusting the reflector to different focal lengths, the illumination angle of the 36 AF-4 digital can be optimally utilized.
max. GN of 36 for ISO 100/21 and 85 mm
vertically tilting reflector +90 LED displays manual zoom reflector for 28 - 85 mm illumination integrated autofocus measurement flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera
TTL flash mode 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL flash mode (if it can be set on the camera) automatic fill-in flash
Spotlight for AF measurement flash
Tilt reflector (only vertical)
Zoom reflector (28-85 mm)
GN of 36 at ISO 100/21 (85 mm) GN of 30 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

E-TTL flash mode

CANON NIKON FUJIfilm
i-TTL flash mode firmware update possible via Metz Service
4 x AA alkaline-magnesium batteries 4 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries
The unique special feature of Metz SCA flash units is that one and the same flash unit can be used with different cameras it doesnt 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. Flash units with SCA adapters are just as suitable for system camera owners as for medium-format camera owners. All members of the SCA family meet this criterion, whether it is a handheld flash gun or a compact flash.

A second look

Many wedding photographs are exclusively standard poses. Anyone who comes up with additional ideas here can score bonus points. Why not photograph the bridal couple or wedding guests during small talk? With some flash, the subject is given additional sharpness and brilliance. For this purpose, there are different partial light output levels to choose from with Metz handheld flash guns.

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. This is a dramatic improvement, which makes it possible to fall back on maximum flash power when taking a battery-draining series of shots.
m e c a b l i t z M Z - 5 d i g i ta l

Light power for pros

Powerful handheld flash guns Worldwide, professional photographers put their trust in the powerful 76 MZ-5 digital from Metz. Above all at weddings and fashion shows, its ability to take fast series of shots pays off. Its secondary reflector which makes it possible to set perfect highlights in the eye is worth its weight in gold. It goes without saying that the camera-specific system flash modes of the various manufacturers can also be used perfectly with this professional flash, through different SCA adapters.All menu navigation settings can be activated from the device itself, and a locking function means you wont accidentally change fixed values. Of course, the 76 MZ-5 digital keeps up with the times and provides outstanding flash convenience with a great deal of creative flexibility in setting up shots. Discriminating photographers will appreciate the lasting flash performance ensured by the NiMH rechargeable battery and the Metz charger. It offers considerably 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. Plus, the reflector of the zoom flash unit automatically adapts to a focal length range of 24 - 105 mm depending on the type of camera. A wide-angle diffusing disk, included with the flash, enables expansion to 20 mm.
high max. GN of 76 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm
SCA adapter system (universal flash unit useable with different cameras) secondary reflector with 3 light lighting levels vertical (+90) and horizontal (270) tilt reflector control unit with illuminated dot matrix display easy operating concept motor zoom for 24 - 105 mm illumination accompanying wide-angle diffuser for 20 mm illumination modeling light (permanent light for checking the illumination) integrated auto-focus measurement flash in the control section flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator in LCD manual key lock
TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 25 partial lighting levels stroboscope mode 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash flash bracketing

high max. GN of 45 for ISO 100/21 and 35 mm
SCA adapter system (flash unit useable with different cameras) socket for SCA 3045 digital cable (to connect to SCA adapter on camera shoe) secondary reflector with 3 light lighting levels vertical (+90) and horizontal (360) tilt reflector LED displays standard 35 mm illumination accompanying wide-angle diffuser for 28 mm illumination integrated auto-focus measurement flash (in separate SCA 3045 connection cable) flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator in LED (for manual settings)
TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 5 partial lighting levels HSS high speed synchronization 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL flash mode (if it can be set on the camera) automatic fill-in flash

IN DETAIL

Secondar y reflector
SCA 300 adapter with SCA 300A cable
SCA 3002 adapter with SCA 3045 cable
Leitzahl 45 bei ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
Four Thirds TTL flash mode

P-TTL flash mode

ADI flash mode ADI remote mode (slave function) firmware update possible via Metz Service
Metz NiMH rechargeable battery 45-56 (included with flash) powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 76 cable alkaline-magnesium batteries (battery basket 45-39 required separately)
Wide-angle diffuser Sync cable Camera bracket NiMH rechargeable battery and charger
Power Pack P 76 Set (V76 cable required)

NiMH charger set B46

Batter y basket 45-39
m e c a b l i t z 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 focal length. Large light angle: illumination of a focal length range of 24-105 mm. switch-controlled secondary reflector, with light output that can be reduced by using a grey filter. Ease of use: a large display ensures you always have a good overview. Only two function keys and a control dial facilitate good handling. Great flexibility: To begin with, the Metz 54 MZ-4i digital is available with a standard foot. Furthermore, due to the SCA system, there are many adapters available for almost any camera. Diversity: Via various adapters, there are also a great deal of interesting special functions such as E-TTL and E-TTL II flash mode from Canon, i-TTL from Nikon, or ADI flash control from Sony Alpha, and many more, which increase the creative flexibility.
high max. GN of 54 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm
SCA adapter system (flash unit useable with different cameras) secondary reflector vertical (-7/+90) and horizontal (270) tilt reflector illuminable LCD display easy operating concept motor zoom for 24 - 105 mm illumination integrated wide-angle diffuser for 20 mm illumination modeling light (permanent light for checking the photo) integrated autofocus measurement flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator in LCD automatic unit switch-off and manual key lock

Standard Flash Modes

TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 25 partial lighting levels stroboscope mode HSS high speed synchronization (Canon, Sony, Nikon analog, Leica) 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash flash bracketing
Secondar y reflector with attachable reduction filter
2 function keys, 1 control dial
GN of 54 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 40 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
ADI flash mode ADI remote mode (slave function)
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
Light reduction filter Bag Standard foot
Power Pack P 76 (V 54-50 connection cable required)
Connecting cable SCA 3008A with SCA 3002 adapters and camera bracket 40-36
SCA 3083 digital slave adapter
Mecabounce 44-90 for softer illumination
m e c a b l i t z M Z - 2 d i g i ta l
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 Olympus/Panasonic (Four Thirds standard). The powerful motor zoom compact flash model (GN 44) with the large light angle of 28-105 mm can be used either in TTL, automatic, or manual flash mode and is distinguished by the interesting special functions. For example, its strengths include the Nikon i-TTL flash mode, which makes fill-in flash possible in daylight to effectively brighten far too dark shadowy areas, second curtain synchronization (important to enable more natural blurring effects) and much more. In addition, the 44 MZ-2 digital supports the special flash functions for cameras from Hasselblad, Mamiya, Rollei, and Leica.
max. GN of 44 for ISO 100/21 and 105 mm
SCA adapter system (flash unit useable with different cameras) vertical (-7/+90) tilt reflector illuminable LCD display motor zoom for 28 - 105 mm illumination integrated autofocus measurement flash flash readiness and exposure control indicators on the unit and camera flash range indicator in LCD automatic unit switch-off
TTL flash mode automatic flash mode with 12 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 8 partial lighting levels 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization manual flash exposure correction for TTL or automatic flash mode automatic fill-in flash
GN of 44 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 34 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

i-TTL flash mode

NIKON FUJIfilm HASSELBLAD LEICA MAMIYA OLYMPUS PANASONIC ROLLEI
Four Thirds TTL flash mode Firmware update possible via Metz Service (flash unit and SCA adapter)

Included with delivery

Standard foot

SCA 300 or 3002 adapter

SCA 3008A connecting cable with SCA 3002 adapters and camera bracket 40-36
A u t o m at i c f l a s h u n i t s
The flash units in this family dont have TTL flash mode; instead, they have the so-called automatic flash mode, in addition to manual flash mode. Numerous photographers still make use of this simple but extremely effective form of flash measurement. With automatic flash mode, it isnt the camera that controls the flash, but instead, the photocell integrated in the flash measures the light reflected from the object. It is a really nice thing!

Fill-in flash

Backlighting makes interesting light effects possible, if you know how to use it correctly. A flash should be used in any case. With the flash output reduced by 1 or 2 f-stops, it is possible to retain the character of the existing light. The higher the guide number, the greater the range of the flash unit. However, when comparing, it is important to make sure that the same focal length and the same ISO specification are used.

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 foreground can be obtained in a range of approx. 1 second. By the way, the easiest way to extend the range of a flash unit is to increase the ISO setting on the camera. If you use ISO 1600 instead of ISO 100, then the sensitivity of the photo chip increases is quadrupled.

mecablitz 45 CL-1

For purists
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. There is a choice of 5 automatic apertures. Mainly intended for the owners of analog cameras, even professional photographers with modern DSLR cameras swear by the automatic flash mode of the 45 CL-1. Thanks to the included modern NiMH rechargeable battery, it is possible to have a high number of flashes with low recycling times. In order to be able to fall back on maximum flash power when taking a series of shots, the practical, highpower Power Pack P 76, which attaches to your belt, can be used in connection with the optionally available V 45 cable.
connection to camera via sync cable (included with delivery) vertical (+90) and horizontal (360) swivel reflector LED displays standard 35 mm illumination accompanying wide-angle diffuser for 28 mm illumination flash readiness and exposure control indicator on the unit flash range indicator in aperture calculator (for manual settings)

automatic flash mode with 5 automatic apertures manual flash mode
Metz NiMH rechargeable battery 45-56 (included with flash) powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 45 cable alkaline-magnesium batteries (battery basket 45-39 required separately)
wide-angle diffuser sync cable camera bracket NiMH rechargeable battery and charger
GN of 45 at ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
Power Pack P 76 Set (V 45 cable required)
NiMH charger set B46 Batter y basket 45-39

Metz mecablitz 36 C-2

For beginners
connection to camera via hot-shoe contact (x-synchronization) or via sync cable (included in delivery) vertically tilting reflector +90 LED displays manual zoom reflector for mm illumination flash readiness and exposure control indicator on the unit
automatic flash mode with 3 automatic apertures manual flash mode

standard sync cable

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. Three different automatic apertures (8, 4, 2, at ISO 100/21) as well as a manually-
adjustable zoom reflector, are available with it, with which the light output can be optimized within the focal length of 28-85 mm. LED displays on the back of the unit give information about the flash readiness and correct exposure.

Zoom reflector (28-85mm)

Standard sync cable 36-50
Sync extension cable 60-54
Camera bracket 40-36 Spiral sync cable 36-52

mecablitz 20 C-2

For price-conscious beginners
Small, but look out: This is an ideal complement for everyone who loves compactness and doesnt want to go without good flash photos. 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 length is intended for all those who prefer a flash which will also fit into your jacket pocket. This small, chic model offers two automatic apertures. And the special key feature is the swivel reflector! LED displays on the back of the unit provide information about the flash readiness and also the correct exposure.

SCA 351 + SCA 300 A SCA 3502 + SCA 3045 45-54 SCA 3202 + SCA 3045 SCA 396 SCA 3952 + SCA 3045

645 AF, ZD

SCA 3202

SCA 3202 + SCA 3045

301 SCA 3502 SCA 3202
45-54 SCA 3502 M5 + SCA 3045 SCA 3202 + SCA 3045
DMC-LC 1 DMC-FZ50, DMC-L1

SCA 3702

SCA 3702 + SCA 3045
SCA 356 + SCA 300 D SCA 3562
SCA 356 + SCA 300 A SCA 3562 + SCA 3045

6008 AF, Hy6

SCA 3302

SCA 3302 + SCA 3045

45 CL-4 digital

54 MZ-4i digital

58 AF-1 digital

48 AF-1 digital

36 AF-4/36C-2

44 MZ-2

45 CL-1

58 AF-1C 58 AF-1C 58 AF-1C 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N
SCA 3102 SCA 311 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 343 SCA 344 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402
48 AF-1C 48 AF-1C 48 AF-1C 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N
SCA 3102 SCA 311 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 343 SCA 344 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3402 SCA 3402
36 AF-4C 36 AF-4C 36 AF-4C 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N

45-54

58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N

48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N

301 SCA 3402

36 C-AF-4N

20 C-2

SCA 390 + 40-36 SCA 3902

45-54

58 AF-1O

SCA 351 SCA SCA 3202 SCA 396 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3952

48 AF-1O

36 C-2

20 C-2

58 AF-1O

48 AF-1O

58 AF-1O

48 AF-1O

36 C-2

58 AF-1P

48 AF-1P

48 AF-1S

28 CS-2 digital is suitable for compact cameras of all brands with an integrated flash

20 C-2

44 MZ-2 digital

36 C-2

Configuration features: Flash output GN for ISO 100 and 35 mm or 50 mm GN for ISO 100 and max. zoom Basic configuration Adapter system SCA 300 Adapter system SCA 3002 Illumination from. mm (KB format) Motor zoom main reflector Manual zoom main reflector Extended zoom mode for main reflector Main reflector can be tilted and rotated Vertical tilting range in Horizontal swiveling range in Integrated wide-angle diffuser for illumination in mm (KB format) Attachable wide-angle / telephoto lens cover Integrated reflector card for main reflector Secondary reflector / partial lighting levels (manually adjustable) Secondary reflector support for system flash functions Dot matrix display / illuminated LCD display / illuminated LED displays Range display Flash readiness indicator / exposure control indicator on the flash unit Acoustic status messages (beep) Modelling light function Manual key lock (KEYLOCK) Automatic unit switch-off (auto off) Wake-up function by the camera Automatic AF measurement flash / multi-zone AF measurement flash Metz remote flash mode (master/slave) Master flash mode (Metz remote) Slave flash mode (Metz remote) Standard flash modes TTL flash mode (without pre-flash) Automatic flash mode EASY Mode flash mode f-stops for automatic flash mode Manual flash mode Partial lighting levels Stroboscope flash mode System flash functions Automatic fill-in flash Flash-ready indication in camera viewfinder Exposure control indication in camera viewfinder 1st and 2nd shutter curtain synchronization High-speed synchronization (HSS or FP) Manual flash exposure correction Manual flash bracketing Pre-flash function against the red eye effect System flash modes Cannon E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode Canon FE flash exposure memory for E-TTL and E-TTL-II flash mode Canon E-TTL remote flash system as master/controller/slave Leica group number control (GNC)

1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 0,1/4 0,1/4 0,3/7 0,3/2,5 0,1/3

0,1/2,5 0,1/2,5

118 89

247 102

147 102

148 99

125 108

137 99

115 95

110 87

140 75,32,5
With connecting cable SCA 3045 With slave adapter SCA 3083 digital and connecting cable SCA 3045 With battery case 45-39 With slave adapter SCA 3083 digital Running on micro-cells (AAA): NiCd (250 mAh), NiMH (700 mAh)

36 AF-3/36 AF-4

Acc 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. charger) Connecting cable V 76 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 58-50 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 54-50 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 50 (for P 50 / P 76) Connecting cable V 45 (for P 50 / P 76) Colour Filter Sets Colour filter set 50 - 32 Colour filter set 45 - 32 mecabounce mecabounce 44-90 mecabounce 50-90 mecabounce 45-90 mecabounce 58-90 Sync cables Spiral sync cable 36-52 Spiral sync cable 45-49 Spiral sync cable 45-54 for hot-shoe contact Standard sync cable 36-50 (25 cm) Standard sync cable 45-47 (40cm) Standard sync cable 45-48 (100cm) Sync extension cable 60-54 (500 cm) Camera brackets and accessories Camera bracket 40-36 Camera bracket 32-38 Bracket adapter 60-28 Mounting bracket for control unit 50-35 Bracket plate for medium format 70-35

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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 311 for Canon SCA 343 for Nikon SCA 344 for Nikon F3 SCA 351 for Leica SCA 356 for Rollei 4) SCA 390 for Hasselblad 4) SCA 3102 for Canon SCA 3202 for Olympus / Panasonic / Leica SCA 3302 for Konica Minolta / Sony SCA 3402 for Nikon SCA 3502 for Leica SCA 3562 for Rollei 4) SCA 3702 for Pentax / Samsung SCA 3902 for Hasselblad 4) SCA 3952 for Mamiya 4) SCA 3083 digital slave adapter SCA 300 E Standard foot 301

1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

5) 5)

5) 5) 5) 2) 2) 2) 2) 2) 2) 2) 2) 2) 2) 5)
= Standard foot 301 required = SCA 3045 required = SCA 300 D required Can be obtained from the reseller partners of the camera manufacturer = SCA 300 A or SCA 3045 required

TE C HNI C AL G LOSSAR Y

A ADI 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. AF measurement flash An autofocus auxiliary light (AF measurement flash) integrated in the flash unit automatically supports the central autofocus sensor of the camera in the event of low ambient light. For a multi-zone the process. Automatic unit switch-off During extended breaks from photographing, the flash unit is switched automatically to an energysaving standby state to prevent the power source from discharging (Auto-Off). Through the wake-up function, the flash unit is reactivated, for example when the shutter release is actuated. AF measurement flash, the decentralized AF sensors are supported in
D D-TTL Modern further development of the TTL flash control with measurement pre-flash technique for Nikon and Fujifilm cameras. 3D and D-TTL-3D For the 3D-TTL (Nikon) and D-TTL-3D flash control, additional data such as the distance to the subject, for example, is taken into consideration in the flash exposure. Dot matrix display with soft keys Individual adaptation of the display on the camera system and the operating state for optimum and self-explanatory operation of the flash unit via soft keys. E E-TTL Modern measurement further development technique for of the TTL flash control with pre-flash Canon EOS and PowerShot cameras. E-TTL II
Flash readiness indication The flash readiness indication illuminates when there is enough energy in the flash capacitor of the flash unit. G Guide number (GN) The guide number is the code number for the light output of a flash unit. It is dependent on the set light sensitivity ISO and (for zoom reflectors) on the reflector position, as well as on any reflector attachments that may be in use (e.g. wideangle or telephoto lens cover). For high speed synchronization (HSS), the guide number is dependent on the shutter speed as well. H HSS high speed synchronization In high speed synchronization (HSS), you can flash with exposure times that are shorter than the flash sync time of the camera. As a result, flash photos with wide aperture openings are possible for high ambient light levels, for example to limit the depth of field in portrait shots. I For E-TTL-II, additional data is taken into consideration during i-TTL Modern further development of the TTL flash control with measurement pre-flash technique for Nikon and Fujifilm cameras. i-TTL-BL For the i-TTL BL flash control, additional data such as the distance to the subject, for example, is taken into consideration in the flash exposure. K

Automatic flash mode A photo sensor integrated in the flash unit measures the subject during photographing, and automatically terminates the light output as soon as the subject is correctly exposed.
flash exposure such as the distance to the subject and the guide number of the flash unit, for example. Extended zoom
B Buzzer Additional acoustic status messages can be activated for flash readiness, flash exposure control as well as warning tones. F C Correct exposure indication The correct exposure indication OK is shown on the flash unit after the photograph if the subject in automatic or TTL flash mode was correctly exposed.
With Motor Zoom mode, the main reflector illuminates the subject more than necessary by one reflector position. As a result, the additional dispersed light provides softer illumination of the subject.
Key function Locking of the operating elebracketing series with ments. Protects against unintentional changes. L LCD / LED display Provides information on the flash modes and settings being used. (>>> Dot matrix display) Flash
Flash bracketing three photos of different flash exposure: minus correction value, no correction value, and plus correction value.
M Manual flash mode Flash mode with unregulated light output. The flash unit delivers the full light output, if no partial light output is set. Manual zoom The zoom position of the main reflector and thus the illumination of the flash unit can be adjusted manually to the lens focal length. Modeling light Modeling light is a stroboscope light with a high flash frequency lasting a few seconds. With this quasi permanent light, the light dispersion and shadow formation at the subject can be checked before taking the photograph. Motor zoom The zoom position of the main reflector and hence the illumination of the flash unit can be adjusted automatically to the lens focal length. P Partial light mode Manual flash mode with unregulated light output. By setting partial light mode on the flash unit, the light output or illumination duration of the flash unit can be adapted specifically to the photographic situation. P-TTL Modern measurement further development technique for
Remote operation A remote system consists of a master or controller flash unit on the camera and one or more slave flash units. The slave flash unit is remotely controlled wirelessly by the master or controller flash unit. With a master flash unit, the flash light contributes to the exposure, in contrast to a controller flash unit. S SCA 3002 adapter system For system cameras with digital or analog data transmission between the camera and flash unit. By using an SCA adapter from the SCA 3002 system, there are numerous additional system flash functions available with flash units from the 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. SCA 300 adapter system For system cameras for adaptation to flash units of the SCA 3002 or SCA 300 system. Depending on the type of camera, not all system flash functions are supported by the SCA 300 system. Secondary reflector To brighten shadows cast in the close-up ranges which appear when using an indirect flash. Slave mode An integrated sensor makes this wireless slave flash mode possible in combination with a master or controller flash unit. (>>> Remote operation)