It has an array of unique, must-have features for both still and motion story tellers
Its compact size is both instantly familiar and comfortable to use
The large LCD (2.7") displays ambient, flash, cine and a host of other information in a clear and understandable way
Settings are made by simply touching or sliding a finger over the screen
The L-478DR can be quickly calibrated to your camera using Sekonic's Data Transfer software and either Sekonic or X-Rite Brand targets or by manually inputting data to the DTS program or on the meter itself
Keeping pace with wireless advancements, the L-478DR comes complete with exclusive PocketWizard ControlTL technology which combines light measurement and flash power control providing amazing control in your hand
Simple Operation:
Instantly familiar and comfortable to use
Make settings by touching icons or sliding a finger on the screen
The large colour LCD displays ambient, flash, cine and other information in a clear and understandable way
Flash Power Control:
Features PocketWizard wireless technology enabling fingertip control of remote flashes connected to PocketWizard ControlTL receivers
Touch sliders to adjust power levels of Nikon or Canon Speedlights mounted on PocketWizard FlexTT5 transceivers or select studio flash units connected to ControlTL receivers
Switch Zones on or off to measure remote flashes separately for precise ratios
The L-478DR also incorporates PocketWizard Standard Channel and Quad Zone capability and can trigger any flash with a PocketWizard connected to it, including those with PocketWizard modules built-in
PocketWizard family:
The Sekonic L-478DR provides triggering or flash control for the entire PocketWizard wireless family
Dynalite, Lumedyne, Photogenic, and Profoto incorporate the PocketWizard standard system
AlienBees, Einstein, Elinchrom, Canon, Nikon and White Lightning flashes connected to PocketWizard ControlTL products are perfect match to the L-478DR for power control
Radio Frequency and Compatibility:
The PocketWizard triggering systems use different frequencies in accordance with laws and regulations of the countries where they are marketed
Before purchasing a product using the PocketWizard system, be sure it is compatible with local regulations and the other PocketWizard products you use
Flash Analyzing Function:
The L-478-series meters are especially useful when using flash to lighten shadows or reduce background detail
That's because they measure ambient and flash simultaneously and automatically indicate the percentage of flash in the total exposure
Touch the screen to adjust settings to get the perfect the ambient flash mix
The meter's analog display uses color-coded lines to graphically display the relationship between ambient and flash components
Calibrated to your Camera with Exposure Profiling:
Every camera system is unique. Optical, mechanical and imaging components all act on each other to produce slight differences in the dynamic range and exposure
Knowing the limits of your camera enables making better exposures with less post-processing
Sekonic's pioneering Data Transfer Software enables quick dynamic range mapping and meter calibration for the most precise control of light
Create and store up to ten profiles with Sekonic or X-Rite brand targets or use the touch display to directly enter profile information obtained from other sources
Today's digital cameras are boundless and a variety of cameras can be used in a single production
The L-478 series has two motion capture modes to fit camera in use
Touch to set shutter speeds for DSLR cameras in HD CINE mode or quickly select frame rates and shutter angles for cameras in CINE mode
Create unique frame rates and shutter angles for special effects
Infinite Frame Rate/Shutter Angle:
Special effects and light sources can push standard camera settings to their limits
Allows creating unique frame rates and shutter angles to .000 to enable precise exposure and lighting, producing the very best images and reduce time in postproduction
Unique Filtration Compensation Mode:
Like all light and exposure meters, the L-478 series are calibrated for visual light
Because meters can't measure filtered light by design, Sekonic designers added a unique Filter mode that enables getting exact light levels with touch screen ease
Touch the L-478 series to instantly call up lightsource or camera filtration expressed industry standard CTO/CTB/ND terms
For special filters or applications, create a unique filter factor and give it a name. Up to four filters can be used together as a pack to assure full control in virtually any situation
Illuminance or Luminance Measurement:
Brightness measurement in Lux or FC and cd/m2 or FL will make the L-478 series a major player on movie sets around the world
Display brightness along with exposure measurements or simply by itself
Contrast Function:
The L-478 series' contrast function simplifies setting up lighting ratios or checking the evenness of a background or scene
Take a reading of the key or reference light and touch AVE/EV to create a standard
Then press the measuring button to display the brightness difference between the standard and new reading
Memory Mode and Latitude Display:
Up to nine readings can be memorized. An indicator appears on the analog display each time a measurement is memorized
This provides a fast and simple way of retaining and analyzing shadow, mid tone and highlight exposure readings
Digital readings can be recalled and/or cleared at any time for precise exposure control
The dynamic range of your digital camera or film can be programmed into the L-478 to create a Latitude Display that mirrors the range of your system
Set a Mid.Tone from Tool Box to display the Latitude Scale. This important guide will let you know readings are within the range of your camera
Additional Features:
Swivel measuring head with retractable Lumisphere
Reflected light metering: with separate 5-degree reflected light attachment
Thirteen custom settings provide quick and easy setup of personal preferences for expanded use
USB upgradeable via Data Transfer Software (in CD-ROM included)
SPECIFICATIONS:
Type: Digital exposure meter for ambient and flash light
Receptor Head: Rotating Domed Head 90 degrees to the right, 180 degrees to the left, Retractable for Contrast Reading
Light Receiving Method: Incident light and reflected light
Receptor Incident Light: Convertible to flat diffuser (Lumisphere in down position)
Measurement using the included wireless flash radio triggering system (cumulative and non-cumulative) Without synchro cord (cumulative and non-cumulative) With synchro cord (cumulative and non-cumulative)
Measuring Range (ISO 100) Ambient Light: - Incident light EV-2 to EV 22.9
Reflected light EV3 to EV 19.9 (requires accessory sold separately)
Measuring Range (ISO 100) Flash: - Incident Light f/1.0 to f/128.9
Reflected Light f/2.8 to f/128.9 (requires accessory sold separately)
Measuring Range Illuminance: 0.63 to 2000000lux - 0.10 to 180000FC
Measuring Range Brightness: 1 to 980000 cd/m2 - 0.29 to 290000 foot lamberts
Display Range and Modes:
Display Range Film Speed: ISO 3 to 409600 (in 1/3 steps)
Display Range Shutter Speeds Ambient: 30 min to 1/64,000 sec. (in 1, 1/2, 1/3 steps) plus 1/200, 1/400
Display Range Shutter Speeds Flash: 30 min to 1/1000 sec. (in 1, 1/2, 1/3 steps) plus 1/75, 1/80, 1/90, 1/100, 1/200, 1/400
Display Range Aperture: f/0.5 to f/161.2 (in 1, 1/2, 1/3 steps)