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A FUTURE!
The Metz company has built an excellent reputation over the course of many decades through an entire series of pioneer technical developments. This results from our core competence in the fields of electronics and plastics technologies. Not only the use of the most modern SMD assembly machines makes certain that when you buy Metz products, that you will always be one step further ahead of the rest when it comes to innovative technology. The worldwide marketing of our products provides good evidence of their high quality. It is for this reason that our enterprise, located in Zirndorf, has been able to operate successfully in the fields of flash units as well as in the sectors TV, audio and video. In addition to the high demands we place on quality, terms such as outstanding design and environmental friendliness are held in high esteem within our concern.

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Program 2006/2007

Lit. #81
Flashguns for analog and digital cameras
Q U I C K R E V I E W. Which mecablitz fits best with which camera?
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i-TTL Sophisticated flash exposure metering for digital cameras (Nikon specific). Additional values relating to subject contrast are included. Manual Flash Mode Full light output with the given guide number.
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Slave Mode An integrated sensor makes wireless flash operation possible in combination with an additional flash unit. (Possible with 70 MZ-5, 50 MZ-5 and 34 CS-2).
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i-TTL-BL Sophisticated flash exposure metering for digital cameras (Nikon specific). Additional values relating to subject contrast and distance are included.
Partial Light Output Mode For reduced light output or for particular flash durations. AF Measurement Flash Integrated in the flash unit. Makes automatic focus adjustment with the SCA 3000 and SCA 3002 adapters by AF-SLR cameras possible. (Also in darkness).
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TTL Fill-in Flash Control Reduces subject contrasts that are too high (for example by lightening up shadow areas on sunny days).
Stroboscope Mode For flash sequences in selectable intensity, frequency and number of flashes (for example for special effect exposures and movement studies).

Modelling Light To judge the illumination.
HSS High Speed Synchronisation permits using the flash with shutter times that are higher than the X-sync shutter speed of the camera.
Remote Automatic or Remote TTL Makes wireless operation of additional flash units (= slave) possible in controller/slave mode, either over automatic or TTL flash control.

The global leader.

Metz has maintained its market leadership in the flash technology field for years. No wonder, since the companys product range is extremely wide-ranging. From handy compacts to high performance hand-held flashguns, you will find the best light for every situation. One of the strengths of Metz is the well developed SCA system, enabling the flash to be adapted for use with practically any single lens reflex camera. This means: The camera can change The Metz stays!
Automatic Flash Mode A photo-sensor measures the light reflected by the subject and ends the light output as soon as the subject has been correctly lit.

CONTENTS.

Metz mecablitz 76 MZ-5 digital Metz mecablitz 45 CL-4 digital/45 CL-1 Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital for Canon and Nikon Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital Metz mecablitz 44 AF-4 digital/44 AF-4i digital Metz mecablitz 44 MZ-2 Metz mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital Metz mecablitz 28 AF-3 digital Metz mecablitz 36 AF-4 C digital/36 AF-3 Metz mecablitz 36 C-2/20 C-2 Compatibility Metz always fits. Digital Cameras Digital flash lighting. Table: Quick Search Which mecablitz for which camera? Table: Special Functions Which mecablitz can do what? Table: Technical Features What you can expect from a mecablitz. Table: Accessories Creative flash lighting. Lexicon Pictograms explained in words.
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POWERFUL FLASH GUNS

The same flash can be used on different brands of cameras from all manufacturers!
Professional use requires maximum flash and units you can rely on. Because each picture is important, and every subject counts. The new high performance hand-held flashguns from Metz provide reliable lighting for all your digital photo shoots. Inside the sturdy ergonomic form of the Metz mecablitz 76 MZ5 digital and 45 CL-4 digital, youll

Flash Tip!

CREATIVE FLASH LIGHTING WITH METZ:
Everything you need for our photo example is: a Metz color filter set, and a Metz mecablitz such as the 45 CL-1 or the 45 CL -4 digital. If the main subject is to be accentuated with colourful light, then a second flash is necessary for the separate foreground lighting. This can be either set directly on the camera, or it can be unchained, and therefore used separately from the camera. (For example, over a connection cable). A compact flash unit such as the mecablitz 44 MZ-2 can be used for this purpose.

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Create a feeling with colorful fields.

Abstract light effects.

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.

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Metz mecablitz 45 CL - 1
45 CL-1: GREAT PERFORMANCE FOR NON AF SLR CAMERAS
without flash special features. This unit is the beginning of the Metz hand - held flashgun family for powerful flash lighting. The Metz mecablitz 45 CL 1 offers high light output and simple handling. 5 tele-computer apertures are available. Intended for the owners of non - AF search and SLR cameras.
The new practical high-performance Power Pack P 76 with belt clip can be used with both the 45 CL-4 digital and the 45 CL-1.
In close-up areas, the flash coming from the front should be directly mounted to the camera.

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Poignant details.

technology ensures increased flash output and reduced flash recycle times in comparison to conventional NiCad technology. Use this new professional accessory to draw upon maximum flash power when taking a series of shots. A V 76 cable is needed for connecting the Power Pack P 76 to the mecablitz 45 CL-4 digital. For the 45 CL-1, a V 45 cable is required.

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45 CL - 4 digital/ 45 CL - 1: Tilt and swivel reflector
45 CL - 4 digital: Back side. Easy to operate
GN 148 (ft.) at ISO 100/21 (35mm)
45 CL - 4 digital: Secondary reflector
METZ MECABLITZ 45 CL-4 digital
with NiMH battery order code: 45042

METZ MECABLITZ 45 CL-1

45 CL - 4 digital: SCA 300 - adapter with cable SCA 300A
with NiMH battery order code: 45012
45 CL - 4 digital: SCA 3045 connection cable for use with SCA 3000 or 3002 series adapters (53045) Includes AF assist.

only 45 CL-4 dig.

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45 CL - 4 digital/45 CL - 1: Carrying strap 50 -31 (5464)
45 CL - 4 digital/45 CL - 1: P76 power pack (53129) with V 76 cable (5376)
Included Accessories: Wide-angle attachment Sync. cord Camera bracket NiMH version: With battery pack and charger
45 CL - 4 digital/45 CL - 1: NiMH charger set B 46
Additionally by 45 CL-4 digital: Reduction filter for secondary reflector (5561)
45 CL - 4 digital/45 CL - 1: Telephoto attachment 45 -33 for increased flash range (5406)
45 CL - 4 digital/45 CL - 1: Bounce diffuser 50 -23 (55423) for indirect flash lighting

A LOT OF SPECIAL FU

Metz mecablitz 58 AF- 1 digital
A NEW STAR IN THE COMPACT FLASH FIRMAMENT: Sleek in
appearance, throws light in the areas where you need it, selfexplanatory and extremely powerful. Created by one of the leading industry designers in Germany. Equipped with innovative developments, the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital offers cutting edge secondary reflector technology, high-performance energy management, the latest generation of multi-zone AF
The choice of which flash to use significantly influences the mood of a photograph. The comparison pictures on the opposite page show a subject located at a greater distance that was effectively lightened using a flash. This shot required a very powerful flash unit such as the Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 digital. Such a flash can effectively lighten areas of the picture in the distance, and can do so very precisely, using the special functions E-TTL and E-TTL II (Canon) or i-TTL (Nikon).

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If you are flashing with a somewhat slower shutter speed, the ambient light can also be included. This carousel was photographed at 1/30 second.

Without flash

METZ MECABLITZ 58 AF-1 N digital
order code: 58314N (for Nikon)
58 AF-1 digital: reflector card that can be flipped open

58 AF-1 digital:

Power Pack P 76 set (53129) + V 58 cable
58 AF-1 digital: Mecabounce 58- 90 (5850) for softer lighting
58 AF-1 digital: Bounce diffuser 54 -23 (55423) for bounce flash lighting
Included Accessories: Belt case
E S P E C I A L LY V E R S AT I L E.

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Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital with foldout wide - angle attachment (20mm) zoom reflector 24-105mm

METZ DIGITAL:

MECABLITZ

for all

Multi-talented
cameras: Everything is simply perfect with the Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital. The high light output: GN of 178 (ft.) at ISO 100/21 and 105 mm focal length. The large light
Use the high-speed synchronisation ("HSS) from the Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4i digital for effective portraits. The depth of focus is reduced due to the open aperture. An excellent method to lighten up areas with pronounced shadows (for example by bakklighting) of a portrait and at the same time to make a person stand out of an unfocused background.
angle: Illumination of a focal length range of 24-105 mm. Its versatility: A number of interesting special functions, such as E-TTL and E-TTL II flash operation from Canon, i-TTL and D-TTL from Nikon or ADI flash control from Konica/Minolta/Sony, increases the creative possibilities. Its ease of use: A large display ensures you always have a good overview. Its flexibility: Many adapters are available through the SCA system for almost every system camera including the models that fulfill the Four Thirds standard. The Metz mecablitz 54 MZ-4 i digital is available with a standard single pin shoe or as a kit including
Perfect portraits thanks to an out - of - focus background.
a SCA-3002 adapter for Canon, Konica/Minolta/Sony, Nikon, Olympus, and soon for Pentax cameras, too. With its High Speed Synchronization (HSS), depending on the type of camera you can also use a flash with times that are shorter than the cameras own synchronous time. This is important if you want to lighten up shadow areas of a portrait while at the same time emphasizing the person in front of an unfocused background.

External side light from the upper left thanks to off camera flash lighting.
that the function is supported by the given camera) Advanced Distance Integration (ADI) flash control, multi-zone flash metering (Konica/Minolta), matrix-controlled fill-in flash and under-exposure indication in f-stops (Nikon), monitoring preflash function (Leica), TTL preflash (Contax), contrast control and spotbeam mode (Pentax).
Pronounced, graphic shadow effects.
44 MZ-2: The projector for AF measuring flash
44 MZ-2: Tilt reflector (vertical)
GN 145(ft.) at ISO 100/21 (105 mm) GN 112(ft.) at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

METZ MECABLITZ 44 MZ-2

44 MZ-2: Control buttons. Simple to operate

order code: 54433S

44 MZ-2: SCA-3083 digital (54230S) Slave Adapter
44 MZ-2: SCA-300 or 3002 - adapter
44 MZ-2: Connecting cable with Adapter and camera bracket
44 MZ-2: Bounce diffuser 54 -23 (55423) for bounce flash lighting
44 MZ-2: Mecabounce 44-90 (55490) for softer lighting

es 54-57 and 60-63.

44 MZ-2: Wide-angle attachment (20 mm) 44 - 21 (544217) for broader coverage
O P T I M I Z E D F O R C O M PA C T

C S - 2 d i g i t a l

Metz mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital
disappointed about dark photos merely because the flash integrated in your camera was not powerful enough? And have you ever wanted a handy compact flash unit that can be used separately from the camera! Well Metz offers the perfect solution with the mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital - optimally adapted in performance and size to compact digital cameras! The fun factor is enhanced with the self-leaning slave mode and the ingenious EASY-Mode. For the very first time the flash shot taken can be directly influenced with the instant
In our photo example the main light is coming from the left (28 CS - 2 digital in automatic flash mode). The fill - in from the front is performed by a Metz mecablitz 54 MZ - 4 (also used in automatic flash mode). To intensify the character of the side lighting, the latter flash was used with one half light output. An operating method that is achieved due to a changed sensitivity adjustment (ISO number has been doubled).
D I G I TA L C A M E R A S :
Interesting illumination due to side lighting.
You can achieve a particularly ingenious illumination through the combination of 2 flash units whereby an effective side lighting can be achieved using the Metz mecablitz 28 CS -2 digital (servo flash mode).
correction keys (+/-)! This means simply release the shutter, check the result on the camera's monitor, and correct with the keys should this prove to be necessary. With this slave model the flash power can be boosted without any undesirable side-effects. The power is generated by normal alkaline size-AAA batteries or the equally inexpensive rechargeable AAA batteries.

28 CS-2 digital also suitable for digital cameras that have no flash connection! Can be used with or without telescopic bracket.

FIRING FLASHES WITH

GN 92(ft.) with ISO 100/21 (85 mm) GN 72(ft.) with ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
METZ MECABLITZ 28 CS-2 DIGITAL
28 CS-2 digital: Simple control with the +/- buttons

order code: 52822D

28 CS-2 digital: Convenient display on the back
Matches all camera models with integrated
28 CS-2 digital: Perfect to mount on the supplied telescopic bracket

PERCEPTION

Greater colour brilliance through flash shots in daylight!

With Metz mecablitz

Accessories included: Exchangeable telephoto attachment (85 mm) and Wide-angle diffuser (24 mm) Telescopic bracket

Flash tip!

For cameras with and without flash connection! Those who use an external flash unit such as the Metz mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital in daylight can expect much better results. Even on the beach! Particularly when highlighting subject areas that are located in dense shadows. The ingenious feature are the +/- buttons combined with "learning by doing". If the exposure proves to be too bright with flash, simply press the minus button or, inversely, press the plus button when the result is too dark. And this can be continued until the perfect picture impression is created. Moreover, a flexible learning function ensures that cameras with a preflash function can be used.
flash (no hot-shoe contact required)

A F - 3 d i g i t a l

Metz mecablitz 28 AF-3 digital
Be it a garden party, wedding, child's birthday or a luxury cruise - They are all those irretrievable moments in life that build up in the course of the years. Yet, in spite of the importance of the moment, the photographic results often turn out to be disappointing: Sometimes faces are too dark on account of the high contrasts between light and shadows. And then the colours are too flat because the camera's internal flash was not powerful enough. The real answer is to be on the safe side with a Metz mecablitz 28 AF-3 digital. This small, clip-on flash unit is designed in technology and size to match optimally the compact digital cameras.
Experiment occasionally with longer exposure times. In this case you can reckon with different types of blur effects dependent on whether you move the camera or if it is fixed. In our photo example the camera has been moved in the direction of the subject (exposure time 1/ sec.). At any 4 event, it is worth it to synchronise the flash unit to the 2nd shutter curtain. The blur effects will appear more realistic for this reason, especially by night time exposures with moving light sources, (for example car headlights).

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METZ MECABLITZ 36 AF-3

order code: 53633M (for Konica/Minolta) order code: 53633N (for Nikon)

FOR PRICE-CONSCIOUS BE G

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Metz mecablitz 36 C-2

Those who are looking for a precise automatic flash unit will be well served by the mecablitz 36 C-2.
The range of a flash unit is determined by the guide number. The higher the number, the wider the range. Pay close attention when making comparisons however, that the indication is based on the same focal length. If you wish to increase the range of your flash unit, then you may consider using a film with higher sensitivity, because they require less light! This effect is excellent for use in manual mode. The higher sensitivity is adjusted on the flash unit.
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 28-85 mm. Clearly more effective than the flash integrated into the camera is the currently smallest compact flash unit

GINNERS.

Make sure to get near enough to the subject when using standard films with ISO 100!

Too little flash range.

Flash range is doubled due to use of high sensitivity film with ISO 400.
from Metz. The mecablitz 20 C-2 with GN 66(ft.) at ISO 100/21 and 35 mm focal length is intended for all those who prefer a flash that will even find a spot in your jacket pocket. This stylish miniature offers two automatic apertures as well as manual partial lighting. And the special key feature: The tilt reflector!

Metz mecablitz 20 C-2

36 C -2: zoom reflector (28-85 mm)
20 C-2: tilt and swivel reflector
GN 118(ft.) at ISO 100/21 (85 mm) GN 99(ft.) at ISO 100/21 (50 mm)

METZ MECABLITZ 36 C-2

order code: 53622
36 C - 2: Compatible with all camera mo de

only 36 C - 2

36 C-2/20 C-2: Standard sync cord 36-50 (5548)
36 C-2: sync extension cord 60-54 (5530)
GN 66(ft.) at ISO 100/21 (35 mm)
36 C-2: Camera bracket 40-36 or 34-36 (53436A)

METZ MECABLITZ 20 C-2

order code: 20220
36 C-2: Spiral sync cord 36-52 (5534)
mo dels with middle contact
M E T Z A L WAY S F I T S !

C O M PAT I B I L I T Y:

THE SCA SYSTEM
The camera can change, Metz stays! Metz mecablitz flash units have always been known for their flexibility. Thanks to the well-developed SCA adapter system they can be used on nearly every SLR camera. And: This also applies to the future! The SCA 3002 adapter system is a further development of the proven SCA 3000 system. The digital data exchange between camera and flash makes a variety of new functions possible. Digital and film The photographer of today has to have both digital and film cameras in their bag of tricks. Obviously, it would be ideal to have a flash unit that is compatible with both camera types. This is where the SCA 3083 digital slave adapter comes to the rescue. This adapter has a vast adaptability range, allowing the current range of Metz SCA flash units to be used with cameras, film or digital, with or without hot shoe connection. Three slave functions are available.

1 Convenient - Cordless TTL or auto flash control. In this case nothing has to be set on the slave flash unit. A controlling Metz flash unit on the camera controls one or several external slave flash units in the cordless mode.
Direct connection: Camera and flash form an optimally functioning unit, thanks to the SCA adapter.
Split connection: For hand-held flash guns or for unchained flash use on all SCA capable flash units.
Wireless flash lighting: The SCA 3083 Digital Slave Adapter allows cordless flash triggering with all SCA compatible flash units.
2 Individual light control with slave flash function. The slave flash with SCA 3083 digital adapter offers the photographer the maximum creative freedom. The required out put of the slave flash can be manually set for targeted light levels to achieve specific effects or to brighten up dark areas in the picture. The controlling flash unit can be used in automatic or manual modes. 3 Slave flash function with preflash suppression. Digital cameras without any hot shoe and operating with a pre-flash function. The SCA 3083 with a special lag-time circuit built into it will help the Metz flash fire with the main flash and not fire on the preflash of the camera.
SCA-3083 Digital Slave Adapter
D I G I TA L I N T O T H E F U T U R E W I T H M
Metz mecablitz flash units have always been known for their great flexibility. A strength that is also noticeable in connection with digital cameras. To find out which Metz mecablitz is compatible with which model it is necessary however to take a close look at the respective flash connection. Generally, digital cameras can be classified into the three following groups.
2. Digital compact cameras
The mini Metz mecablitz 28 AF-3 was specifically developed for compact digital cameras with hotshoe contact. More powerful than the integrated flash, yet optimally adapted in size and technology specifically to the given Canon, Konica Minolta, Nikon or Olympus model! This is the ideal solution for fans of compactness who do not want to forego perfect flash shots.
28 CS-2 digital can be used with or without telescopic bracket

H METZ MECABLITZ.

1. Digital SLR cameras
Every type of flash unit with an SCA adapter can be considered for use with this group of digital cameras. In addition, the various Metz mecablitz dedicated versions are available to choose from these are flash units with specific connections, that are constructed for certain camera brands. For instance Metz mecablitz 58 AF-1 and Metz mecablitz 44 AF-4, thus making various special functions available.
3. Cameras with built-in flash without connection for an external flash unit

301 +36-50 + 34-36 SCA SCA 3402 from M

20 C-2 + 36-50 + 34-36

36 C-AF-3N 28 AF-3N

20 C-2

44 AF-4O

28 AF-3O

28 AF-3O 20 C-2

SCA 3602 M4

44 AF-4M SCA 382
28 CS-2 digital suited for compact cameras of all brands with an integrated flash.
The Special Functions of th e

Extended Functions

E-TTL- / E-TTL II flash control (Canon) 3D multi-sensor fill-in flash (Nikon) D-TTL flash control (Nikon/Fuji) i-TTL-/i-TTL-BL-flash control (Nikon) ADI flash control (Konica-Minolta digital/Sony) Two-reflector operation in combination with E-TTL, E-TTL II, D-TTL, i-TTL, ADI Manual flash exposure correction TTL fill-in flash control Automatic focal length adjustment (power zoom reector control) HSS high speed synchronisation Flash bracketing by TTL and automatic flash mode Modelling light function Wireless TTL and automatic flash mode Wireless Canon/Nikon remote system Synchronisation on the 2nd shutter curtain Pre-flash function to prevent the red eye effect Flash range display Under exposure display in EV (Nikon) Auto-focus measuring flash control Flash ready indication + control display in the camera view nder Wake up function

Standard Functions

TTL flash control Automatic flash control Manual flash control Automatic flash programs Automatic cut-off
h e mecablitz Flash Units
44 AF-4 C/M/iN/O 58 AF-1C/ N digital 54 MZ-4i digital 36 AF-4C 76 MZ-5 digital 44 MZ-AF-3

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1) only with Minolta Dmage 2) only flash readiness indicator 3) only with 44AF-4C, iN, O 4) only if adjustable on the camera 5) slave operation only with SCA 3083 digital slave adapter 6) only with 44AF-4 iN, O 7) only with 44AF-4C ,O

28 AF-3 digital

4)
8) only for Canon, Minolta, Nikon (analog), Leica 9) with multi-zone AF measurement flash for decentral AF sensors
The Technical Features for the me

Characteristic Features

Guide number with ISO 100/21 and 35/50 mm

max. Zoom

(feet) (feet)
Guide number with ISO 100/21 and max. zoom SCA 3002 - system SCA 300 - system Power zoom Extended zoom Manual zoom Clip-on wide-angle attachment Illumination above.mm Secondary reflector vertical in horizontal in Integrated AF measuring flash LCD or LED display Manual flash mode Tele-computer apertures TTL mode Stroboscopic mode Partial lighting levels Key function (key lock) Modelling light Metz remote control function Metz remote slave function Buzzer Correct exposure indicator Automatic cut-off Software update possible by Metz Service Software update possible through USB-socket

STilt and swivel reflector - Rotation area

cablitz Flash Units

58 AF-1 digital 54 MZ-4i digital 44 AF-4(i) digital 36 AF-4C digital 76 MZ-5 digital 45 CL-4 digital 44 MZ-AF-CS-2 digital 28 AF-3 digital

LCD LCD 3 8 1

36 C-2

148 148

132 191

112 145

99 118

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20 -7 +

+90 360

-7 +90

LCD LED 12 25 1) 5

LCD LCD LCD LCD 12 25 12 25 1) 1) 12
1) with slave adapter SCA 3083 digital 2) with connecting cable SCA 3045 3) with connecting cable SCA 300A or SCA 3045

Continuation

Rechargeable battery (1,2V) Possible power sources Batteries (1,5V) Lithium battery (1,5V) Power pack NiCd min. NiCd. max. Alkaline mangan batteries min Alkaline mangan batteries max. Lithium batteries min. Flash recovery time (in sec. ca.) Lithium batteries max. Power pack min. Power pack P40 max. Power pack P76 max NiMH rechargeable min. NiMH rechargeable max. NiCd- rechargeable battery Alkaline mangan battery Min. number of flashes by full light output Lithium battery Power pack P40 Power pack P76 NiMH rechargeable battery Weight without batteries in ounce (ca.) L* C/G** L Dimensions in inches (ca.) H D
* Lamp pole ** Control device/Generator
Applies to compact ash units
L* S/G** L* S/G** L* S/G**
58 AF-1 digital 54 MZ-4i digital 44 AF-4(i) digital

36 AF-4C digital

76 MZ-5 digital 45 CL-4 digital

36 AF-3

28 AF-3 digital 28 CS-2 digital
0,0,0,0,0,0,100 3,5,6 2,3 3,4 1,3 3,0 3,3 1,3

0,0,0,0,1 6

0,1 4

0,0,1 4

0,0,3 15

0,0,0,1 6

0,0,0,2 6

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2,5 0,50

2,5 0,320

2,5 0,0,370 0,370 0,0,0,0,75 150

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400 200

350 130

430 140

320 7,7,7,4,8

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2,8 4,5 3,8

2,6 3,9 2,1
The Wide-ranging Accessories for t

Accessories

Rechargeable Batteries and Battery Housing
NiMH battery 45-56 NiMH battery 76-56 Battery holder 45-39 without batteries

Order code:

Charger Sets and Chargers
NiMH charger set B46 NiMH-Ladeset B51294
Power Packs and accessories
Power Pack P50 incl. charger set Power Pack P76 incl. charger set Connection cable V76 (for P50/P76) Connection cable V58-50 (for P50/P76) Connection cable V54-50 (for P50/P76) Connection cable V50 (for P50/P76) Connection cable V45 (for P50/P76) Power Pack P40 set incl. charger Connection cable V54-40 (for P40) 55440

Filter set

Colour filter set 50-32 Colour filter set 45-5412
mecabounce und Wide-angle attachment
mecabounce 44-90 mecabounce 50-90 mecabounce 45-90 mecabounce 58-90 Wide-angle attachment 44-5890 44217
76 MZ-5 digital 45 CL-4 digital 45 CL-AF-1 digital 54 MZ-4i digital 44 AF-4 (i) digital 44 MZ-AF-3/36 AF-4 C digital 36 C-AF-CS-2 digital 20 C-2
r the mecablitz Flash Units
* For old flash unit models: Metz mecablitz 40 MZ and Metz mecablitz 32

Sync cable

Spiral sync cable 36-52 Spiral sync cable 45-49 Spiral sync cable 45-54 for middle contact Standard sync cable 36-50 (25cm) Standard sync cable 45-47 (40cm) Standard sync cable 45-48 (100cm) Sync extension cable 60-54 (500cm)
Camera Brackets and Accessories
Camera bracket 40-36 Camera bracket 32-38 Bracket adapter 60-28 Angle Bracket for control unit 50-35 Bracket plate for middle format 70-570353

Bounce diffuser

Bounce diffuser 54-23 Bounce diffuser 50-5422

Mecalux and Accessories

Mecalux 11 mecalux holder 60-5369

Straps

Carrying strap 50-31 Carrying belt 60-5473

Wrist strap

Wrist strap 45-27 5473

Verbindungskabel

SCA 3008 A fr SCA 3002-Adapter SCA 307 A fr SCA 300-Adapter SCA 3045 fr SCA 300/3002-Adapter SCA 300 A fr SCA 300-Adapter 53045 5484
76 MZ-5 digital 45 CL-4 digital 45 CL-AF-1 digital
* Standard foot 301 necessary

* *

54 MZ-4i digital 44 AF-4 (i) digital 44 MZ-AF-3/36 AF-4 C digital 36 C-AF-CS-2 digital 20 C-2

LEXICON.

Key Function Locking of the operating elements. Protects against unintended adjustments.
Rapid Function The rapid mode shortens the flash recycling time with diminished light output.
Program Memory Offers space for up to nine individual flash settings (can be activated at the touch of a button).
Battery Tester The battery tester indicates at the touch of a button whether the battery capacity is sufficient.
Automatic cut-off Saves energy if you have forgotten to turn off the flash unit after use, or during longer periods between uses.

Power Source Indicates which power source is to be used for the corresponding flash unit.
Wake-up Makes switching on a flash unit after a longer break possible just by tapping on the camera release button.
SCA-3002-Adapter-System Further development of the 3000 series system with updateable software possibility and extended special functions. All of the adjustments are conducted directly on the flash unit.
SCA-3000-Adapter-System Supports additional special functions with digital data transmission.
Tilt and Swivel Reflector Can be adjusted within the given range both horizontally and vertically. (For example for indirect flash lighting).
SCA-300-Adapter-System Recommended for use with Metz flash units on non AF-SLR cameras from all normally available brands. Supports their specific flash special functions. (Can also be used on flash units that are intended for the SCA-3000 or the SCA-3002 system. In this case not all of the special functions are available.
Power Zoom Automatic adjustment of the flash reflector to the corresponding lens focal length (in connection with SCA 3000 or SCA 3002 adapters).
Flash Bracketing Automatic flash bracketing gives 3 consecutive frames, one over and one under the middle calculate exposure. Range can be selected up to +/- 3 stops in 1/3rd stop increments.
Extended Zoom Illumination angle is set at one level wider than the zoom setting on the camera.
Manual Zoom Illumination angle of the flash reflector is set by hand. REAR Synchronisation on the 2nd shutter curtain for natural blur effects. (see page 28/29). Wide-angle Attachment Increase the illumination angle of the flash unit. Either integrated in the corresponding model or attacheable as an accessory.
Guide Number Provides information about the range of a flash unit (dependent on the corresponding focal length).
Illumination Indicates the shortest focal length (= widest-angle), in which the corresponding flash unit will provide even illumination.
Secondary Reflector To fill-in the shadows sometimes created when using an indirect flash.
TTL Mode Light is measured directly off the film plane, when enough light has been recorded power is cut to the flash, ensuring correct exposure.
Flash Ready Indicator Indicates when the capacitor has sufficient power for a flash shot.
ADI Enhanced flash exposure metering (Minolta specific).
Correct Exposure Indication Lights up as soon as the exposure has been correctly lit.
E-TTL Refined TTL flash exposure measurement (Canon specific).