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Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver
The Voigtlander VC Meter II is a small, lightweight accessory meter that serves well for people who use older Leicas and similar rangefinder cameras.
- The meter conveniently slips into the camera's shoe while readings are taken
- Three dials - one for ISO, one for aperture and one for shutter speed allow settings to be made
- A series of LEDs illuminate to tell the user when correct measurement has been achieved
- Available in silver or black
| Measuring System | Silicon photodiode |
| Measuring Modes | Fixed-point matching type exposure meter for steady light |
| Receptor Head | Measuring angle - approximately 30 degrees |
| Aperture/Shutter Priority | Both |
| Display Readout | Adjustable aperture and shutter speed dials activate LEDs |
| ISO Range | EV1 to EV20 |
| f/Stop Display Range | f/1.4-22 |
| Shutter Speed - Ambient | 1sec.- 1/2000 |
| Shutter Speed - Flash | Not applicable |
| EV Range (ISO-100) | ISO 25/15 - 3200/36 |
| Cine Speeds | Not applicable |
| Exposure Memory | None |
| Shadow/Highlight Calculation | Not applicable |
| Brightness Difference | Not applicable |
| Flash to Ambient Ratio | Not applicable |
| Multiple Flash | Not applicable |
| Exposure Calibration | Not applicable |
| Power Source | Two LR 44 alkaline or SR44 silver oxide batteries |
| Dimensions | 1.7 x 1.5 x .7" (42.5 x 37 x 19.5 mm) (WDH) |
| Weight | 1.5oz. (42g) |
| Specialties | Not applicable |
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- Compact (3)
- Strong construction (3)
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- Compact
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- Photography
Comments about Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver:
Well built, easy to use, this light meter is a great add on for my Yashika 44, Mamiya 645J, and Linhof Technika IV. All of them have become much easier (and thus more fun) to use because the light meter (on the hot/accessory shoe) feels so integrated to the camera. A warning to those, like me, with diverse cameras: hot/accessory shoes are not actually identical sizes and the VC Speed Meter II might need a little creative attaching to make it secure on the shoes of some cameras.
The only con is that the battery door opens too easily.
Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Consistent
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Nothing really
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Film
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver:
EV range excellent, use/display/operation interface stunningly intuitive and well designed. Small enough not to "overwhelm" any vintage camera. Durable and troublefree and well made. I do wish a strap-case or pouch were offered for transport/storage and for use with vintage cameras without flash shoes.
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inaccurate
Best Uses
- Film
Comments about Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver:
At first I was very excited about receiving my VC Speed Meter II. It fits my Leica M2 beautifully. It's tiny, unobtrusive and simple to use. However, when tested for accuracy using a gray card, an M6, a Pentax Digital Spotmeter, my Nikon with DP12 head and a Gossen LunaPro F, the Speed Meter is one stop too optimistic from LV8orLV9 to LV6 or so, and goes on to consistently underexpose by two stops down to my testing limit at LV3. I was expecting accuracy at least as good as with my "obsolete" equipment, so I am a bit disappointed. What I have is an elegant quick reading equivalent of a circa 1955 selenium meter: accurate enough at mid-day, but otherwise needs some help.
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 3 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
Pros
- Compact (3)
- Strong construction (3)
Cons
Best Uses
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 3 customers
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Displaying reviews 1-3
Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver:
Well built, easy to use, this light meter is a great add on for my Yashika 44, Mamiya 645J, and Linhof Technika IV. All of them have become much easier (and thus more fun) to use because the light meter (on the hot/accessory shoe) feels so integrated to the camera. A warning to those, like me, with diverse cameras: hot/accessory shoes are not actually identical sizes and the VC Speed Meter II might need a little creative attaching to make it secure on the shoes of some cameras.
The only con is that the battery door opens too easily.
Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Consistent
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Nothing really
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Film
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver:
EV range excellent, use/display/operation interface stunningly intuitive and well designed. Small enough not to "overwhelm" any vintage camera. Durable and troublefree and well made. I do wish a strap-case or pouch were offered for transport/storage and for use with vintage cameras without flash shoes.
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Inaccurate
Best Uses
- Film
Comments about Voigtlander VC Speed Meter II - Silver:
At first I was very excited about receiving my VC Speed Meter II. It fits my Leica M2 beautifully. It's tiny, unobtrusive and simple to use. However, when tested for accuracy using a gray card, an M6, a Pentax Digital Spotmeter, my Nikon with DP12 head and a Gossen LunaPro F, the Speed Meter is one stop too optimistic from LV8orLV9 to LV6 or so, and goes on to consistently underexpose by two stops down to my testing limit at LV3. I was expecting accuracy at least as good as with my "obsolete" equipment, so I am a bit disappointed. What I have is an elegant quick reading equivalent of a circa 1955 selenium meter: accurate enough at mid-day, but otherwise needs some help.
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