Sy s t e m f l a s h u n i t s
Using a flash is more fun than ever before. Its 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 program completely automatically sets. Sophisticated flash techniques are therefore childs play to use. There is also the guaranteed future factor for units with an integrated USB port. Its not for nothing that the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital was given the prize for the Best Flash Unit in Europe 2007/2008*. Mecablitz 48 AF-1 can proudly display the Tipa Award Best Accessory 2008.

F l a s h t ip

Spanning large distances:
The choice of flash mode decisively affects the mood in photography. The pictures compared on this page show an effectively brightened subject that was at a great distance. In this connection, it was wise to use a powerful flash unit such as the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital. It can also brighten parts of pictures distant from one another both effectively and extremely accurately. There are special camera-specific functions available for this purpose, depending on the version.
Obtaining the lighting mood:
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 controlled 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. For portraits, however, an exposure time of 1/60 second should not be exceeded.

Slave Flash Units

Automatic Flash Units

SCA Flash Units

System Flash Units
m e c a b l i t z AF - 1 d igi ta l

For the ambitious

Best flash unit in Europe 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 update the specific firmware of each variation of the model via the computer and Internet. It looks sleek, adjusts the flash exposure with every trick in the book, is intuitive to use and tremendously powerful. Equipped with innovative developments, the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital provides state-of-the-art secondary reflector technology, high-performance power management, multi-zone AF measuring flash, and a fully swiveling reflector system. The new top Metz model transmits all cameraspecific system flash modes from Canon, Nikon, Pentax/Samsung, Olympus/Panasonic or Sony Alpha cameras (as of 03/2008), including the respective wireless TTL mode. Due to its high guide number, the 58 AF-1 digital is not only especially powerful, but is also outstanding for bounce flash use. For its vertical as well as horizontal rotating and swiveling reflector, Metz integrated an extendible reflector card for the first time. Additional brilliance can be obtained for the close-up range via the integrated, system-controlled, secondary reflector for bounce flash.

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 (300) swivel reflector easy operating concept illuminable dot-matrix 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 (DSLR)

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 (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 (master and 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

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

Swivel reflector

Secondar y reflector with 3 selectable light lighting levels
Illuminable dot matrix display
Control unit with LCD display and integrated AF measurement flash

Mounting bracket 50-25

SCA 3002 adapter
GN of 76 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 54 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
Camera-specific system flash modes with SCA adapters

Canon

E-TTL- / E-TTL-II flash mode
CANON NIKON FUJIfilm HASSELBLAD LEICA MAMIYA OLYMPUS PANASONIC PENTAX ROLLEI SAMSUNG SONY

Nikon/Fujifilm

i-TTL / D-TTL / 3D flash mode

Olympus/Panasonic/Leica

Pentax/Samsung

Sony alpha

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
standard foot camera bracket NiMH rechargeable batteries charger wide-angle diffuser (20 mm)
Power Pack P 76 Set (V76 cable required)

NiMH charger set B 47

Mecabounce 50-90 for softer illumination
Bounce diffuser 76-23 for bounce flash
m e c a b l i t z C L - 4 d igi ta l B a s ic / 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 length, as well as the most modern charging method available. It is an ideal flash unit for photographers who put higher priority on high light output and rapid recycling times, as well as extensive optional features. It is equipped with a secondary reflector in order to be able to create perfect highlights in portraits. 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 various SCA adapters. The TTL mode and the automatic functions can be just as easily set as manual partial lighting, via the practical dial on the top of the 45 CL-4 digital. This flash unit, specially designed for digital cameras, also offers all the important special functions listed above for the 76 MZ-5 digital, including high-speed synchronization (HSS). The reflectors vertical and horizontal tilt and swivel abilities can also be used for indirect flash lighting, just like on the 76 MZ-5 digital. The Power Pack P 76 is available for particularly intensive professional use, which can increase the flash output and further reduce the flash recycle time.

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 (only via connection cable SCA 3045) 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 3002 adapter with SCA 3045 cable
GN of 45 at ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
45 CL-4 DiGITAL BASIC Digital
Wide-angle diffuser Sync cable Camera bracket Empty battery basket 45-39

45 CL-4 DIGITAL KIT

Wide-angle diffuser Connection cable SCA 3045 digital Camera bracket NiMH rechargeable battery and charger
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 kit version) powerful Metz NiMH Power Pack P 76 with V 76 cable alkaline-magnesium batteries (Battery basket 45-39 required separately; already included with BASIC version)

NiMH charger set B46

Batter y basket 45-39
m e c a b l i t z M Z - 4 i d igi 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

GN of 44 at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN of 34 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)
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 ic 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
Power Pack P 76 Set (V 45 cable required)
NiMH charger set B46 Batter y basket 45-39

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. It offers three different automatic apertures (8, 4, 2, at ISO 100/21) as well as a manually
adjustable zoom reflector, 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
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.

max. GN of 20 for ISO 100/21 and 35 mm high number of flashes (e.g. 150 full flashes with alkaline-magnesium batteries) flash recycle time 0.sec. (depending on the energy source and flash output)
connection to camera via hot-shoe contact (x-synchronization) or via sync cable (included in delivery) vertically tilting reflector +90 LED displays flash readiness and exposure control indicator on the unit
automatic flash mode with 2 automatic apertures manual flash mode

IN DETAIL Accessories

2 x AA alkaline-magnesium batteries 2 x AA NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries

standard sync cable

Practical tilt reflector

Camera bracket 40-36

GN of 20 at ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
S l av e f l a s h u n i t s
Slave mode (light controlled): With the mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital, you have a pure slave flash unit at your disposal that only flashes when you want it to with any camera. This is made possible by its learning function, which recognizes the pre-flash of your camera and only responds to its main flash. With this model, the picture results can be controlled very easily via the plus/minus buttons. 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. For this type of slave mode, a current Metz SCA flash unit is equipped with an SCA slave adapter (SCA-3083) instead of the SCA camera adapter, which is used for a conventional flash. This slave adapter makes additional slave qualities possible. By using a mecalux 11 as a server flash trigger, a flash unit can also be activated. However, all settings must be made on the flash unit itself here. Slave mode for the respective camera manufacture: Another way of using slave mode is opened up by the two system flash units mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital and mecablitz 48 AF-1 digital. Both models are not directly assigned to the slave category, but they still can be used as intelligent slave variants as well. Here, they support the flash modes of the respective camera manufacturer. In addition, the mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital has a master function that you can always use if the integrated flash of the camera doesnt provide a master mode.

Side lighting

The slave flash mode is interesting in order to obtain especially varied directed lighting. Completely without a cable (wireless), this method can be used to place and trigger an external flash at any place in the room. In this way, interesting additional lighting can be set, whether in the form of a light accent or a side light, for example. Naturally, multiple slaves can be used at the same time. It is particularly exciting to use this to obtain separate lighting for the subject and the background of the picture.

Slave mode at close range: The Metz macro flash is attached directly onto the lens, thus enabling precise and creative lighting in the macro range. In addition to which the Metz mecablitz 15 MS-1 digital can also be used in its slave function for effectively brightening up dark areas of the picture.

Creative at close range:

Correct lighting is of particular importance in the macro range. The Metz macro flash 15 MS-1 digital is especially suited for this. Due to its positioning directly on the lens the light cannot fail to reach its destination. With its ring form and completely wireless functionality, the new Metz flash unit is excitingly attractive. Special light accents and a variety of lighting options are also possible thanks to adjustable reflectors. 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.
m e c a b l i t z C s - 2 d igi ta l

For the imaginative

Flash with a fun factor: Have you ever been upset due to photographs that are too dark, because the integrated flash in your camera was once again inadequate? Wouldnt you like to have a handy flash unit that can also be used separate 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 digital, with technology and a size that have been optimally matched to compact digital cameras. The fun factor comes from the self-learning slave mode and the clever EASY mode. For the first time, flash results can be affected directly by means of the immediate correct buttons (+/-). This means you only have to take the shot check the results on the cameras monitor and readjust using the buttons if necessary. With this slave model, you increase the flash power absolutely without any undesired side effects. This is because it draws its energy either from alkaline micro batteries, which are available everywhere, or from equally economical rechargeable Micro batteries.
max. GN of 28 for ISO 100/21 and 85 mm
Slave mode: flash unit triggered by the integrated camera flash or by another external flash unit LCD display flash readiness and exposure control indicator on the unit flash range indicator in the LCD illumination from 24 mm (wide-angle diffuser) up to 85 mm (telephoto attachment) automatic unit switch-off
automatic flash mode with 8 automatic apertures manual flash mode with 4 partial lighting levels Easy Mode: manual exposure correction with +/- buttons

Dot-matrix display

Wireless TTL flashes

3-stage swivel reflector

Bouncer disk included makes for softer lighting.
* With respective remote slave operation
Wireless slave flash mode with or without preflash suppression slave operation with learning function Manual flash mode (operated via sync socket / slave)
firmware update possible via Metz Service 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)
bouncer diffuser adapter rings 52mm, 55mm, 58mm IR filter bracket belt pouch
Bouncer dif fuser (included)
Adapter rings (52, 55, 58mm) and IR brackets (included)
Adapter rings (62, 67, 72mm) (optional extra)

Belt pouch (included)

GN of 15 at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

Q u ick s e a r c h

CANON Analog EOS cameras (except EOS 300X) Digital cameras NIKON Analog AF-SLR cameras Digital cameras FUJIFILM S7000, S9500, S9600, S100FS, S200EXR HASSELBLAD 6x6 LEICA R4, R4s, R5, R6, R6.2, R7, RE MAMIYA 645 Pro TL OLYMPUS C-770, C-8080, SP-350, SP-570 UZ, E-Series PANASONIC DMC-FZ20, DMC-FZ30 PENTAX DSLR ROLLEI 2,8GX, 6008 SAMSUNG DSLR SONY Alpha SCA 3302 SCA 3302 SCA 3302 + SCA 3045 SCA 3702 SCA 3702 SCA 3702 + SCA AF, Hy6 SCA 356 + SCA 300 D SCA 3562 SCA 356 SCA 3562 SCA 356 + SCA 300 A SCA 3562 + SCA 3045 SCA 3702 SCA 3702 SCA 3702 + SCA 3045 DMC-LC 1 DMC-FZ50, DMC-L1, DMC-L10, DMC-LX3, DMC-G1, DMC-GH1, DMC-GFSCA 3502 SCA 3202 SCA 300A + SCA 301 SCA 3502 M5 SCA 3202 SCA 300A + SCA 301 SCA 3502 M5 + SCA 3045 SCA 3202 + SCA 3045 SCA 3202 SCA 3202 SCA 3202 + SCA AF, ZD SCA 396 + SCA 300 E + 50-35 SCA 3952 SCA 396 SCA 3952 SCA 396 SCA 3952 + SCA 3045 R8, R9, M6 TTL, M7, M8, Digilux 2, CM, M8.2, M9 Digilux 1 Digilux 3, V-Lux 1, D-Lux 4 SCA 351 SCA SCA 3202 SCA 351 SCA 3502 SCA 300A + SCA 301 SCA 3202 SCA 351 + SCA 300 A SCA 3502 + SCA 3045 SCA 300A + SCA 301 SCA 3202 + SCA 3045 H1, H2, H3 SCA 390 SCA 3902 SCA 390 SCA 3902 SCA 390 + SCA 300 A SCA 3902 + SCA 3045 S1 Pro, S2 Pro, S5 Pro S3 Pro 301 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 300A + SCA 301 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 300A + SCA 301 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 (except F6) F6 DSLR (except D100, D1x, D2x, D2h) D100, D1x, D2x, D2h Coolpix 8400, 8800, P5000, P5100, P6000 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 SCA 3402 + SCA 3045 DSLR Power Shot G6, G7, G9, S5 IS, G10, G11, SX1 IS, SX10 IS, SX20 IS SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3102 + SCA 3045 SCA 3102 + SCA 3045 SCA 3102 + SCA 3045

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.

45 CL-4 digital Basic

45 CL-4 digital kit inCl. SCA 3045

76 MZ-5 digital

58 AF-1C 58 AF-1C 58 AF-1C
SCA 3102 SCA 3102 SCA 3102
48 AF-1C 48 AF-1C 48 AF-1C

SCA 3102

36 AF-4C 36 AF-4C 36 AF-4C
58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N
SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402
48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N
SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402 SCA 3402
36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N 36 AF-4N

SCA 300A + SCA 301

58 AF-1N 58 AF-1N

301 SCA 3402 SCA 3402

48 AF-1N 48 AF-1N

301 SCA 3402

36 C-AF-4N

20 C-2

SCA 390 + 40-36 SCA 3902

SCA 300A + SCA 301

58 AF-1O

SCA 351 SCA SCA 3202

48 AF-1O

36 AF-4O

20 C-2
SCA 396 + SCA 300 E + 40-36 SCA 3952

58 AF-1O

SCA 3202

48 AF-1O

36 AF-4O

58 AF-1O

301 SCA 3502 SCA 3202

48 AF-1O

36 C-AF-4O

58 AF-1P

SCA 3702

48 AF-1P

36 AF-4P

58 AF-1P

SCA 356 + SCA 300 D SCA 3562 SCA 3702

48 AF-1P

SCA 356 + SCA 300 D SCA 3562

36 AF-4P

SCA 3302

48 AF-1S

36 AF-4S
28 CS-2 DIGITAL is suitable for compact cameras of all brands with an integrated flash
* 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

15 MS-1 Digital*

54 MZ-4i digital

58 AF-1 digital

48 AF-1 digital

36 AF-4/36C-2

44 MZ-2

45 CL-1

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 / bounce diffuser 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 AF auxiliary light 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 Slave flash mode (pre-flash technique / learning function) 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

20 / +90 270

35 / +90 /

T e c h n ic a l d ata

20 / 270 20

18 / 300 18

28 / +90

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/ +90 360

/ 300 18

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28 CS-2 digital

36 AF-4 digital
45 CL-4 digital BASIC / KIT
Configuration features: System-Blitzbetriebsarten 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) Nikon 3D multi-sensor fill-in flash mode Nikon D-TTL / 3D flash mode

Nikon FV flash exposure memory for i-TTL and i-TTL-BL flash mode

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Nikon i-TTL / i-TTL-BL flash mode Nikon matrix controlled fill-in flash mode Nikon underexposure warning in EV (f-stops) Nikon i-TTL remote flash system as master/controller/slave Olympus TTL flash mode with measurement pre-flash technique Olympus/Panasonic/Leica Four Thirds System (TTL compatible)
Olympus Four Thirds system TTL remote flash system as master/controller/slave
Pentax/Samsung contrast control Pentax/Samsung P-TTL flash mode Pentax Spot-beam mode Pentax/Samsung P-TTL remote flash system as master/controller/slave Sony DSLR-ADI flash control Sony DSLR multi-zone flash measurement (TTL pre-flash measurement) Sony DSLR remote flash system as master/controller/slave Guaranteed in the future Firmware update via Metz Service Firmware update via USB port Power supply Runs on alkaline-magnesium batteries (1.5 V)
Runs on NiCad rechargeable batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries (1.2 V)

430

0,1/6 0,1/5 0,1/10 0,1/4 0,1/4 0,1/4
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) Running on NiMH rechargeable batteries (1.2 V/1600 mAh) Running on lithium batteries (1.5 V) Running on Metz NiMH rechargeable battery pack (1600 mAh) External energy supply with Metz Power Pack P 76 Flash cycle time in sec. (min./max.) Running on alkaline-magnesium batteries (1.5 V)
Running on NiCd rechargeable batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries (1.2 V) 0,1/4 0,3/11

250 460

205 370
100 5) 35 5) 140 5) 175 5)
140 5) 150 5) 200 5) 250 5)

160 350

200 400

130 430

0,1/5 0,1/5 0,1/6

0,2/5 0,2/4 0,2/6

0,3/5 0,3/5 0,3/5

0,3/8 0,3/6 0,3/6

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Running on lithium batteries (1.5 V) Running on Metz NiMH rechargeable battery pack External energy supply with Metz Power Pack P 76 Size and weight Weight without power source in g (approx.) W Approx. dimensions in mm (W x H x D) H D Lamp pole Control section Lamp pole Control section Lamp pole Control section Lamp pole Control section 147 102

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 of the TTL flash control with pre-flash technique for Pentax and Samsung cameras. R REAR Synchronisation to the 2nd shutter curtain for more natural blurring effects for longer exposure times.
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. The SCA 3002 adapters are an updated version of the SCA 3000 system. 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 reflectorr 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) Stroboscope mode Manual flash mode for flash sequences with a selectable intensity, frequency, and number of flashes, e.g. for special effect photos and motion studies.

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Press Release: Zirndorf, November 2006
Metz flashes flawlessly with Canon digital cameras
A strong brand gets a new addition
The Metz mecablitz 36 AF-4 C digital is optimally designed for use with Canon digital cameras. The E-TTL and E-TTL II flash exposure measurement makes it possible to precisely control the light output on the camera. The new flash unit is even capable of capturing the mood of a setting. Simply choose a longer exposure time on the camera, and the flash light appears more natural, and blends in harmoniously with the existing lighting.
Not only does it look good, its also extremely easy to operate. The reliable Metz E-TTL flash unit makes it possible to take perfectly exposed flash photographs without adjusting settings. And all that thanks to a GN of 36 with a relatively large range. In addition, the integrated zoom reflector can be adjusted for each focal length (from 28 to 85 mm). This is a valuable function, because it means that a single change of a setting is enough to optimise the light output. Plus, the 36 AF- 4 C digital offers some practical special functions, such as fill-in flash for daylight situations (depending on the camera), which allow dark shadowy areas to be lit up effectively. Or an integrated AF measuring flash, which acts as a valuable focusing aid for poor lighting situations. As an alternative: The practical flash-ready indicator in the cameras viewfinder.

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Metz mecablitz 36 AF-4C digital: A lot of flash for not much cash.
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