The Minolta Flash Meter V is a highly advanced yet simple-to-use exposure meter for measuring both flash and ambient light sources.
- It features an intelligent AUTO mode which is suitable for most measurements, automatically determining whether the light source is ambient or flash light.
- Separate modes specifically for ambient and flash light are also provided. For ambient-light measurements, either shutter-priority or aperture-priority measurements can be taken.
- Flash measurements can be taken with or without a sync cord, and multiple-burst flash measurements are also possible. When lighting consists of mixed ambient and flash lighting, the Flash Meter V can determine the percentage of flash light in the overall exposure, and will even recalculate the percentage if the shutter speed is changed.
- Memory is provided for 8 measurements; stored measurements are shown on the data panel's analog display to help you previsualize the shot. Stored measurements can also be averaged, and shadow or highlight biasing is available for reflected-light measurements.
- Additional functions include brightness difference, CINE measurements, and quick temporary setting of a different ISO, such as for test shots using instant film. A wide range of accessories are also available for incident- and reflected-light measurements.