Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery Cell for the 60 Series Flashes
The Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery Cell provides a rechargeable Dryfit power option for the 60 series of handle mount flashes. This cell fits into the 5316 battery casing, provides up to 4500 flashes, and is compatible with 100-240v. Requires Metz 729 Battery Charger (#MZ5310), US plug.
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96%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Reliable (13)
- Easy to use (12)
- Consistent output (11)
- Fast recycling (11)
- Durable (10)
Cons
- Heavy (6)
- Heavy / bulky (4)
- Loses charge over time (3)
Best Uses
- General purpose (13)
- Professional cameras (9)
- Fill flash (7)
- Portraits (6)
- Photojournalism (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional (11), Pro photographer (10), Semi-pro photographer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
B&H Camera one of the few to carry this
Not many photo stores carry this battery, thank goodness B&H Camera carry both the Dry Fit & Nicad. Ihave used Metz60CT-1 for over 22 years of doing weddings and this batte...Read complete review
Not many photo stores carry this battery, thank goodness B&H Camera carry both the Dry Fit & Nicad. Ihave used Metz60CT-1 for over 22 years of doing weddings and this battery will do 2 six hour weddings without me turning the battery off. Actually I figure I could possibly do three without charging it. Battery takes 6 hours to fully charge and is very portable. Would not trade my Metz 60CT-1 for any other flash system. I hope B&H will continue to carry both the Dry Fit & Nicad for the Metz 60CT-1 Flash unit
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Dryfit battery
I realize this is probably not the most popular thing to purchase nowadays, but I think this one sat on B + H's shelf too long. It doesn't seem to have a kick to ...Read complete review
I realize this is probably not the most popular thing to purchase nowadays, but I think this one sat on B + H's shelf too long. It doesn't seem to have a kick to it. It's recycle time is super slow. I will probably send it back.
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Pros
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Group photos
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
This new battery has brought new life to my old Metz 402, yes I said my Metz 402 that I am still using after all these years. Not to forget the same battery also will work in my Metz 60-Ct-4.What old workhorses still preforming after all these years, let's hear it for Metz flashes !!!!!!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
I use this battery to power my Metz 60CT2 flash when I need fast, reliable, portable and long-lasting lighting.Abeit the battery pack is bulky it is portable enough that it does not impede your movement.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
Get it within a week after order and is black in color, (my old one is gray), Black goes well with my flash.
I had tested the battery in a wedding shooting and it works great. Full charge is 6.60V and will drop to 6.40V after take out from the charger for 15 minutes. If this battery is on sale in B&H, I will buy one more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Outdoor Fill in Flash
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
Great to use my 'ole Metz flashes again. The New batteries worked liked a charm, in flash units that had not been used in 9 years. Great Product. Glad I asked if they were still available, nice to use my trusted flashes again at weddings.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Photojournalism
- Portraits
- Weddingevent photography
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
Long lasting I only have to replace these cores every few years they take 6 hors to charge but it will keep fireing through a wedding then the reception and then some
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Photojournalism
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
This is a replacement for my Metz 60ct-4. I was very happy to discover that I could still buy these new, and that B&H carried them. [...] I already used the new battery at a class reunion that I was covering for another photographer.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
A well-constructed heavy-duty battery with the high performance and quality typical of Metz products - made in China, presumably under close supervision by Metz. I use for high output remote flash (60CT) in lighting large halls.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
I have two Metz 60 CT-4's and needed batteries, I tried to order then from a battery supply store and was on back order for almost three[3]months, I called their supplier and was told the batteries are coming from Germany and they have no idea when they would arrive..Being the start of college spring sports I needed the batteries. I cancelled the order and called B&H [...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Photojournalism
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
60 series Metz flash is a workhorse good for an all day shoot.It's a little heavy, but worth it not to be concerned about battery failure and taking time to change power in the midst of a serious shoot.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Night Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
Metz is still one of the best Flashes out there!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Isn't durable
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
i have a flash metz 60-ct1
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
This battery charged in the recommended amount of time and lasted through a long weekend of shooting wedding candids. It made my Metz 60 ct2 flash new again like it was 24 years ago.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
My last 60-30 battery lasted 27 years. Got out of photography for awhile and that one would not take a charge. My fault. Any way, bought a new one ...charged right up and will last probably another 27 years!
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
This Metz series of flashes is one of the best ever and the dryfit battery is part of what makes it so good. I've used these for a number of years....they last a long time, both in years and in the number of flashes per charge.
I don't use them very often since I've gone to digital, but from time to time I need a good, strong handheld flash to add fill flash to outdoor shoots with large groups. So, I'd drag out the old Metz, charge up the battery and go to work. The one I had been using finally gave up the ghost....I always marked the date when I put these into service and it was dated in 1997!! Hope the new one lasts as long.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Night Photography
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
I like the fact you can recharge it very fast.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Photojournalism
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
After using Metz P50 and P76 batteries for years, I prefer these older, albeit heavier batteries. They simply last a great deal longer on a charge, even though it takes longer to charge these batteries fully. It was frustrating for me to find that the P50 and P76, after even a few weeks, lost its charge so I could never count on them being ready to go in a moment's notice. With this dryfit and the Metz 60CT-4 flash, I do not have that worry.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Powerful Output
- Versatile
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- General Use
- Portraits
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
Great batteries! Last for years, recharge in 6 hours, can't beat them. This was the best price I have seen.
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
Another example of German State of the Art of leading Technology. This battery performed flawlesly under very heavy usage on a recent 2 week photoshoot in China.
Pros
- Good Value
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
Cons
- Takes Too Long To Charge
Best Uses
- Professional Cameras
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
This has been the best flash & battery combo the industry has ever seen, too bad they discontinued such a great line. Get them while you can
Pros
- Long-Lasting
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Metz 60-38 Dryfit Battery:
My company uses this battery everyday taking over 100 shots a day with it. It is great.
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