John Chennavasin wrote:
I am convinced that E-TTL is great in theory, but doesn't work well in
actual use in fast-moving situations. Perhaps this is due to the matrix
meter on the EOS 3, but it is easily fooled by white or black clothing on a
subject. It is annoying to have to dial in flash exposure compensation for
almost every shot. E-TTL is also biased towards underexposure when you try
to mix in ambient light.
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ALL flash metering systems can be fooled by black or white clothing. They
are reflective metering systems. This is one reason why many pro wedding
photogs still use manual and often a flash meter for photos. I have a good
friend that handsd teh meter to the bride when he is taking a formal (not
during the procession) photograph of the couple or group does a check
quickly and then shoots away. He says the bride or groom usually gets a
kick out of it and with one reading he is good for the series and exposure
is perfect.
As to Nikon v. Canon, that debate will continue for some time. Nikon
includes a distance measurement in their calculation and Canon does not
(even with E-TTL). The new Minolta system is very much like the Nikon. I
was firtunate enough to use it for 2 months and was very impressed with the
result. This is the new Maxxum 7 with its large LCD panel (ingenious) and
5600HS flash system using new Minolta D series lenses.
Peter K
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