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whats a good flash right now for h3d2 50
- Thread starter lemonlib
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Professional
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I use my Canon 580EX flashes, working fine.
seriously, there is no dedicated flash for the h3d2 39 , 50, or the comming 60..
if you look at the mets site...hassy in not even on the compatibility list..i just got the 50....maybe will upgrade later to the sixty depending on the reviews...but there is not a good flash out there...for it...i mean that the camera will control the flash unit..
the guy in the store suggested to use my 580 ex...
lemon
if you look at the mets site...hassy in not even on the compatibility list..i just got the 50....maybe will upgrade later to the sixty depending on the reviews...but there is not a good flash out there...for it...i mean that the camera will control the flash unit..
the guy in the store suggested to use my 580 ex...
lemon
blowupster
Member
D-40 with H bodies ?
Flash for H cameras including the latest ones:
Lots of mis-information going on here.
The H system has one of the best, and most accurate TTL flash systems in MF photography. My friend you need a better dealer : -)
I also wish folks that do not know the facts would stop posting incorrect answers ... please.
Metz module SCA-3902 is what you need. It's even listed on the Hasselblad web site which means you could even order it from a Hassey dealer as well as any Metz dealer like B&H in NYC ... scroll down to the bottom of the H system accessories page:
http://www.hasselbladusa.com/products/h-system/accessories.aspx
I use a Metz 54MZ-3 on camera, and a Metz 70MZ-5 potato masher type flash with my H3Ds all the time. Full control of the flash functions are assumed by the camera. With a bit of practice, adjustments for compensation can be made without removing your eye from the viewfinder.
I also use the Metz off-camera system to shoot hand held directional light TTL with the H cameras. Metz SCA 3008 Am unit is what you need for that:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/238200-REG/Metz_MZ_53008_SCA_3008_A_Off_Camera.html
When I want to shoot TTL with my 203FE, I just change modules and use the same flashes. Same for my Nikons and Sony A900.
Lots of mis-information going on here.
The H system has one of the best, and most accurate TTL flash systems in MF photography. My friend you need a better dealer : -)
I also wish folks that do not know the facts would stop posting incorrect answers ... please.
Metz module SCA-3902 is what you need. It's even listed on the Hasselblad web site which means you could even order it from a Hassey dealer as well as any Metz dealer like B&H in NYC ... scroll down to the bottom of the H system accessories page:
http://www.hasselbladusa.com/products/h-system/accessories.aspx
I use a Metz 54MZ-3 on camera, and a Metz 70MZ-5 potato masher type flash with my H3Ds all the time. Full control of the flash functions are assumed by the camera. With a bit of practice, adjustments for compensation can be made without removing your eye from the viewfinder.
I also use the Metz off-camera system to shoot hand held directional light TTL with the H cameras. Metz SCA 3008 Am unit is what you need for that:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/238200-REG/Metz_MZ_53008_SCA_3008_A_Off_Camera.html
When I want to shoot TTL with my 203FE, I just change modules and use the same flashes. Same for my Nikons and Sony A900.
Sample of Metz and Hasselblad H: a marriage made in heavenn
With the H camera's 1/800th high sync speed, Metz TTL fill flash can be used in some very harsh lighting conditions to balance out the values and fill the shadows for some delicious detail ... like this severly back-lit candid wedding shot:
With the H camera's 1/800th high sync speed, Metz TTL fill flash can be used in some very harsh lighting conditions to balance out the values and fill the shadows for some delicious detail ... like this severly back-lit candid wedding shot:
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Paul Claesson HUSA
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D Flash 40 will not work with the H camera.
D Flash 40 will work with the 503CX, CXi, CW, 500ELX, 553 ELX, 555ELD, 202FA, 203FE, 205TTC/FCC.
Paul Claesson
Hasselblad USA
polypal
Active Member
D flash will also work with non TTL/OTF cameras as long as you are prepared to accept uncontrolled full output.
Output can de decreased by a soft box of course.
This will cost a lot of battery power so the use of an external generator is recommended.
I admit it is not an elegant solution but for a number of applications where full output is necessary the D 40 will do just fine.
Paul
Output can de decreased by a soft box of course.
This will cost a lot of battery power so the use of an external generator is recommended.
I admit it is not an elegant solution but for a number of applications where full output is necessary the D 40 will do just fine.
Paul
Paul Claesson HUSA
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Paul Claesson HUSA
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The SCA 3902 when connected to the flashes indicated above offer TTL, Auto or Manual mode. I personally use the 54MZ-4 with SCA 3902 with an H3DII.
You have to set the Menu on the Metz for TTL.
Paul
Paul Claesson HUSA
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paul that really funny, cause i just checked their web site...and lieca is on the list but not hassy..
btw Paul...the new charger for hassy batteries sucks ass...! it doesn't even drain the battery fully before it charges the battery again...your reps solution was " get two nails and a resistor in the middle.." i expect.more from a company that i just plunked over 40k for a system...
Lemon
btw Paul...the new charger for hassy batteries sucks ass...! it doesn't even drain the battery fully before it charges the battery again...your reps solution was " get two nails and a resistor in the middle.." i expect.more from a company that i just plunked over 40k for a system...
Lemon
