Worth a look here.... http://pttl.mattdm.org/
On Mon, Jun 24, 2013 at 12:04 PM, Paul Sorenson <[email protected]> wrote: > Stan - > > I have both the Pentax AF-540 and the Metz 58 AF-2. Speaking from using > them with the K-X and the K-5: > > The light output seems to be pretty close to the same > > The Metz seems produce more consistent exposures. > > Both can be run wirelessly. > > Function changes can be more more quickly with the Pentax using > switches and dials. The Metz is more menu driven. Some users have > complained about the use of menus with the Metz. > > The Metz has an adjustable secondary flash to use for fill when bouncing the > main flash. > > The Metz firmware can be updated via USB connection to your computer. The > latest upgrade appears to address the K-5 II. > > The Metz retains its function settings when it goes you turn it off, the > Pentax reverts to P-TTL. > > -p > > > > > On 6/24/2013 9:40 AM, Stan Halpin wrote: >> >> I don't use flash often, have never taken time to master the process. But >> I have an upcoming project that provides the incentive to revisit this >> aspect of my photography. >> >> I have the Pentax AF360 FGZ that I bought long ago to pair with my MZ-S >> and which I have used occasionally. >> >> I am considering adding the AF540 FGZ. Two things holding me back at this >> point: >> a. IIRC Pentax is coming out sometime soon with a replacement for >> the AF540. >> b. I have noted discussions here about Metz and other >> alternatives. >> >> So, my questions: >> a. Has anybody heard anything more about if/when and for how much >> we'll have an AF540 replacement? >> b1. If I go with Metz or other system, do I lose functionality on >> my K-5ii? i.e., will I still have the same capability for wireless >> triggering, the use of two-flash setups, etc? >> b2. Other than cost, are there any advantages to the Metz or other >> systems? >> b3. Other than Pentax and Metz, which other alternative brands >> should I look at for good, fully capable, reliable flash in the AF540 range? >> >> Thanks! >> >> stan >> > > -- > Being old doesn't seem so old now that I'm old. > > > -- > PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List > [email protected] > http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net > to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and > follow the directions. -- PDML Pentax-Discuss Mail List [email protected] http://pdml.net/mailman/listinfo/pdml_pdml.net to UNSUBSCRIBE from the PDML, please visit the link directly above and follow the directions.
