 Kathleen Miller |
How to use the automatic mode on a metz 45 I am shooting my sisters wedding and have not pulled out my flash in a long time. I know how to use the GN in the manual mode, but I would like to use the automatic mode though. So my queston is-Do I select the distance/apature I want on the 5 tele computer selections and compensate for ambiant, or should I just stick with manual? I do not have the diffuser for the flash anymore as someone stole it at school. Thanks alot
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Michael H. Cothran |
I presume you are aware that "Auto" mode is different from "TTL." In Auto (on the flash), you want to place your CAMERA in manual, then select an f-stop on your camera, and set the flash to the same f-stop. Be sure to use an appropriate shutter speed with your chosen f-stop, and be sure that your flash is set to the correct ASA/ISO. By the way, for weddings, I would shoot just about everything candid @ f5.6 or f8. These settings allow your flash to recycle quickly. I would also use a shutter speed of 1/15th or 1/30th second indoors. This will allow the ambient light to build a little, and in case you are concerned about blurring @ 1/15th second, your flash will "freeze" the subject, so it's usually no problem. Michael H. Cothran www.mhcphoto.net
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Kathleen Miller |
Thank you so much for your help. I actually ran out bought a new flash meter just to make sure there were no mess ups. Thanks again Kathleen
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