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Sekonic Flashmate L-308X Light Meter

Three meters in one Incident Metering for Ambient & Flash 40° Reflected Light Metering Range: 0 to 19.9 EV at ISO 100 Flash Range: f/1.0 to f/90.9 at ISO 100 Customizable LCD with Auto Backlight Exposure Time: 1/8000 to 60 Sec Cine Mode with 8-128 fps Frame Rates Repeat Accuracy: ±0.1 EV or Less PC Sync Terminal & Cordless Flash Option Runs on One AA Battery

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$285.6 $420 In stock

Category: Light Meters

Inspired by the popular legacy of the L-308 series that began almost a quarter of a century ago, the NEW Sekonic FLASHMATE L-308X addresses significant features and functions that meet and exceed the needs of today’s Photo and Cine/Video shooters. The L-308X includes the familiar blend of compact, lightweight and intuitive design, which has made the L-308 series so popular, as well as the Cine/Video features of the affordable DigiCineMate L-308DC. 

The versatility of the latest DSLR cameras has expanded the capabilities and creativity of today’s image makers. With just one camera, today’s shooters have become multi-media image makers, blending both still and moving images seamlessly, for the ultimate storytelling. Offering all the features expected from the latest generation L-308 series, the NEW FLASHMATE L-308X features an LCD backlight, Aperture priority (Photo Mode), and ISO 850 setting (for native ISO Cine Camera’s). The FLASHMATE L-308X is the perfect blend of Photo/Cine features all in one lightmeter.


Three Meters in One:

Whether your shooting assignment is capturing images at a wedding, producing short training videos for a local business or producing a cinematographic documentary, the FLASHMATE L-308X accommodates your lighting challenge with accurate and comprehensive measurements that put the image maker in control.

Photo Mode

The L-308X-U offers full exposure control for photographers on-location or in the studio. Measurement data for flash and ambient light readings are clearly displayed on screen, as well as ambient EV measurement. In addition to Shutter Priority Mode, the new Aperture Priority Mode offers photographers care free measurements where depth-of-field is critical.

HD Cine Mode

Gives cinematographers a compact solution for scouting locations or as a quick go-to solution while they are on set. The 308X-U lets users select from a range of frame rates and shutter angles, while measuring accurately, to within one-tenth of a stop. Also, the addition of ISO 850 greatly assists cinematographers by giving them the option of taking measurements in the native ISOs of many of today's professional cinema cameras.

Cine Mode

Designed with the professional in mind, the FLASHMATE L-308X can take on the challenges of digital cinematography. Select from the right combination of frame rates and shutter angles to achieve the exposure control necessary with one-tenth stop accuracy. Truly universal, the FLASHMATE L-308X offers Lux (lx) and foot-candle (fc) readout enabling a quick set up of lighting in a compact, affordable and easy-to use design.

Three Ways to Measure:

Slide the built-in lumisphere to the right and insert the lumidisc (optional) into the provide slot over the light receiver. The L-308X is now ready to measure flat subjects or lighting contrast with precision.


Lumishpere

The Lumisphere provides incident light readings for nearly foolproof exposure readings and enables lighting that scene before talent arrives.

Lens

The Lumidisc is perfect for lighting green screens, adjusting ratios and taking lux and foot-candle measurements.

Lumidisc (optional) Reflected light readings enable measuring the brightness of subject tones, gray cards, light sources or window light.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Kevin Y. ★★★★★

The button layout is so intuitive that I had it set to incident mode within seconds of unboxing, and the locking dial is a lifesaver when I'm shooting outdoors. It's compact enough to hang on my wrist all day without feeling bulky, and the readouts are crystal clear even in harsh sunlight.

Hazel Q. ★★★★★

The touchscreen interface is much more responsive than I expected, and the ambient light readings are spot-on even in tricky mixed lighting. It’s compact enough to slip into a jacket pocket, which makes it perfect for run-and-gun shoots.

Timothy ★★★★★

Picked this up to replace my old incident meter and the L-308X is noticeably quicker to lock in a reading, even in tricky mixed light. The digital display is crisp and the simple dial layout means I rarely fumble for the right mode. It's earned a permanent spot in my bag.