Kenko KFM-2100 Professional Flash Meter
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The Kenko (THK Photo Products) KFM-2100 Professional Flash Meter is a full-featured and meter for those who want the best features that any professional meter can provide. This meter is designed to read both ambient and flash, either with or without a sync cord.
The KFM-2100 incorporates a 1° spot meter, making more accurate readings possible, and negates having to stop and add an accessory finder. The large, easy-to-read vertical LCD displays F No. values both numerically---in 1/10 stop increments with large numbers---and in more common 1/3 stop increments on a vertical scale running up the long side of the LCD.
The viewfinder reads out the f-stops, and also features built-in dioptric control.
The "Analyze" function allows complex flash-ambient ratios to be determined with ease. This makes shooting in mixed lighting conditions much easier to handle.
In addition, the "Calculation" function can be used to average out readings that have been stored in the meter's 9-memory data base, making shadow-highlight computations quite accurate.
Finally, Latitude Display Function for film or digital is useful for scenes with a large brightness difference between light and dark areas.
- Professional meter with full functions
- Integrated 1° spot readings
- 9-memory readings
- Calculation feature for averaging readings stored in memory
- "Analyze" function for ambient-flash ratio readings
| Measuring System | Incident and flash |
| Measuring Modes |
Flash/Incident-light readings and spot reflected light readings Measuring Range: Ambient light: Flash: |
| Receptor Head |
Silicon photocell Spherical diffuser (270°) Spot optical system built into viewfinder with 1° Single-lens reflect type with fixed focal point Capable of displaying data on ambient and spot measurements simultaneously Magnification: 1.2x |
| Aperture/Shutter Priority | Aperture and Shutter |
| Display Readout |
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| ISO Range | 3 to 8000 (1/3 stop) |
| f/Stop Display Range |
F No. 1.0 to 128 + 0.9 stops (0.1 stop increment) Measuring Range: Flash: |
| Shutter Speed - Ambient | 30 minutes to 1/16000 sec. (1, 1/2, or 1/3 stop increments) |
| Shutter Speed - Flash | 30 minutes to 1/1000 sec. (1, 1/2, or 1/3 stop increments) |
| EV Range (ISO-100) | -17 to 40.9 (0.1 stop increment) |
| Cine Speeds | 8, 12, 16, 18, 24, 25, 30, 32, 64, 128 frames/sec |
| Exposure Memory | 10 readings |
| Shadow/Highlight Calculation | Yes - Shadow/Average/Highlight |
| Brightness Difference | -10 to +10 (0.1 stop) |
| Flash to Ambient Ratio | Ratio between Flash and Ambient 0 to 100° in 25° increments |
| Multiple Flash | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Exposure Calibration | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Power Source |
One "AA" Alkaline dry-cell battery (not included) Operating Temperature: 15 to 120°F (-10 to + 50&$176C) with 85% relative humidity |
| Weight | 6.0 oz (170g) without battery |
| Dimensions | 2.6 x 6.9 x 1.2" (66 x 175 x 31mm) (WHD) |
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Pros
- Accurate
- Consistent
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Artwork
- Film
- Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Kenko KFM-2100 Professional Flash Meter:
Great for spotting reflective surfaces / zone system. Great memory functions with easy averaging. Ambient light and spot has never failed me. Fairly robust but lightweight and a decent price.
Cons: The battery life seems shorter than other meters. The rubber plug for the flash sync doesn't stay in. These problems are hardly a reason not to purchase the meter.
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Consistent
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Kenko KFM-2100 Professional Flash Meter:
The memory function is a great tool to study the whole frame, before your first exposure. Love the spot meter and the ambient functions, The meter will average them for you with the push of a button.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good Value
- High Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kenko KFM-2100 Professional Flash Meter:
When you are shooting RAW, memory can become an issue. It helps to save space if you don't have to bracket just to get the correct exposure. This meter will give you consistent reliable results every time. The S/A/H functions provide you with the information needed to get the look you want the first time. This meter makes doing ratio flash a snap to setup.
Really, it's like a hand calculator for light.
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What's in the Box
- Spherical Diffuser
- Neck Strap
- Case
- One-Year Warranty
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