The fascination of flash photography.
System flash units Contents 04 Company 06 Flash tips 08 System flash units 08 ▸ mecablitz 58 AF-2 digital 10 ▸ mecablitz 52 AF-1 digital 12 ▸ mecablitz 44 AF-1 digital 14 ▸ mecablitz 36 AF-5 digital 15 ▸ mecablitz 24 AF-1 digital 16 Specialist flash units 16 ▸ mecablitz 76 MZ-5 with SCA 18 ▸ mecablitz 15 MS-1 digital 20 ▸ mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital 22 ▸ mecablitz 36 C-2 digital 23 ▸ mecablitz 20 C-2 digital 24 mecablitz accessories 24 ▸ mecabounce diffuser attachments 24 ▸ Easy soft boxes with a
www.metz.de Brilliant light for the perfect moment.
Tradition with a focus on the future Tradition with a focus on the future. Metz – always first class.
www.metz.de We have a long-standing tradition of innovation. The name Metz has been synonymous with professional flash units for decades. Our company’s exceptional reputation has been shaped by numerous technical innovations – such as the use of USB connections which allow flash units within the camera system to be updated for the latest camera model even after purchase. Today, we offer a diverse range of products from convenient compact flashes right through to powerful handheld flash guns.
Flash tips Brilliant light for the perfect moment. Using a flash no longer simply means making a dark subject lighter. Anyone using additional light when taking a shot can creatively manipulate the light to suit their requirements – aiming it directly at the subject, indirect flash with a reflector, or even flash “without constraints” with devices that can be used independently of the camera.
www.metz.de Your subject in the best possible light. Contre-jour flash Long shutter speeds Manipulated with skill, contre-jour can Get creative and try taking shots with Slave flash mode is perfect for particularly deliver interesting lighting effects. Using longer exposure times than sync times. In creative lighting design. This involves the a flash is a must.
System flash units mecablitz 58 AF-2 digital Genuine flash h star. Top model with new fine tuning. A compact flash that leaves no wish unfulfilled. The “flash unit of the year 2010” impresses with its perfect workmanship and multifaceted functionality. Of particular note is the innovative secondary flash which is fully integrated with the camera’s photometer. Designed with portrait photography in mind, it ensures subjects are lit to perfection.
www.metz.de CANON Flash output NIKON Standard flash modes • High max. guide number 58 (meters), High max.
System flash units mecablitz 52 AF-1 digital Perfect mood lighting. High-tech innovative operation. Genuine enlightenment for all modern cameras. Thanks to its maximum guide number 52 for ISO 100, the Metz mecablitz 52 AF-1 has more than enough power to cope with any shot – the horizontally swivelling and vertically tilting reflector ensures optimal lighting control.
www.metz.de CANON Flash output NIKON OLYMPUS Standard flash modes • High max. guide number 52 (meters), High max.
System flash units mecablitz 44 AF-1 digital Getting creative ve in flash mode. Basic model with greatt potential. t ti l The mecablitz 44 AF-1 digital is the ideal solution for price-conscious amateur photographers and is available in five versions for Canon, Nikon, Olympus/Panasonic, Pentax and Sony. The clear control panel on the back of the unit impresses with its simple operation; offering a high level of functional reliability.
www.metz.de CANON Flash output NIKON OLYMPUS Standard flash modes • High max. guide number 44 (meters), High max.
System flash units CANON mecablitz 36 AF-5 digital NIKON OLYMPUS PANASONIC PENTAX SONY The compact category Presenting the practical cobra design Metz mecablitz 36 AF-5 digital in five versions, compatible with respective system flash operating modes. With a guide number of 36 for ISO 100/21° and 85 mm, the entry-level model delivers superior light output in any shooting scenario. What’s more, its accessible ease of operation makes it a real winner.
www.metz.de CANON mecablitz 24 AF-1 digital NIKON OLYMPUS PANASONIC PENTAX SONY The travelling companion The ideal solution when you’re out and about, the mecablitz 24 AF-1 digital is available in five versions for Canon, Nikon, Olympus/Panasonic, Pentax and Sony. Thanks to the compact, slim-line and lightweight design it can be stashed easily in a jacket pocket and is at hand just when you need it.
Specialist flash units mecablitz 76 MZ-5 digital Because every second counts. Professional technology with secondary reflector. Professional photographers all over the world trust the powerful 76 MZ-5 digital from Metz. Most notably at weddings and fashion shoots, its expertise in rapid succession shots comes to the fore. Its secondary reflector is worth its weight in gold, creating perfect highlights around the eyes.
www.metz.de CANON Flash output NIKON HASSELBLAD LEICA MAMIYA Standard flash modes • High max. guide number 76 (meters), High max.
Specialist flash units mecablitz 15 MS-1 digital Big on detail. Macro flash with individual reflectors. The Metz mecablitz 15 MS-1 digital provides wireless macro flash via two individually-controlled reflectors. In doing so, the innovative macro flash ring guarantees balanced, precision illumination whilst opening up new creative possibilities for macro shots.
www.metz.de CANON Flash output NIKON Ready for the future • Max. guide number 15 (meters), Max. guide number 50 (feet) for ISO 100/21° and 50 mm • Firmware update via integrated USB socket • Integrated power supply via 2 × AAA • Dual reflector system, can be individually swivelled (0°, 10°, 20°) and controlled separately • Ratio (light distribution from left to right) 8:1, 4:1, 2:1, 1:1, 1:2, 1:4, 1:8 • Dot matrix display • (Micro) alkaline magnesium batteries (1.
Specialist flash units mecablitz 28 CS-2 digital Smart team player. Convenient flash unit with built-in fun.
www.metz.de SUITABLE FOR ALL CAMERAS WITH INTEGRATED FLASH Flash output Standard flash modes • Max. guide number 28 (meters), Max.
Specialist flash units SUITABLE FOR ALL CAMERAS WITH FLASH SHOE CONTACT mecablitz 36 C-2 Reliable Anyone looking for a precise automatic flash unit with swivelling reflector can rely on the mecablitz 36 C-2. It is equipped with three different automatic apertures (8, 4, 2 for ISO 100/21°), as well as a manually adjustable zoom reflector which optimises light output within a focal length range of 28–85 mm.
www.metz.de SUITABLE FOR ALL CAMERAS WITH FLASH SHOE CONTACT mecablitz 20 C-2 Small – but packs a punch An ideal complementary device for anyone with a love of the compact but who doesn’t want to risk inferior flash shots. Currently the smallest compact flash unit from Metz and considerably more effective than a built-in camera flash. The mecablitz 20 C-2 with guide number 20 for ISO 100/21° and 35 mm focal length is perfect for anyone who prefers to have a flash that can even fit into a jacket pocket.
mecablitz accessories Our range of accessories Creative lighting mecabounce diff user attachments Perfect for portrait photography: the white mecabounce diff users produce a particularly soft and natural light – also with wide-angle illumination. They can be quickly and easily attached to the flash reflector head.
www.metz.de Whether it’s product photos or portrait shots: with the folding Mini and Mini Octagon soft boxes you can swathe your subject in soft and harmonious lighting. Thanks to a Velcro strap it can be easily attached to any compact flash unit and transported in its accompanying bag.
mecablitz accessories Our range of accessories Adapters and accessories SCA adapters and accessories The unique special feature of Metz SCA flash units is that one and the same flash unit can be used with different cameras. Simply by switching the adapter it is possible to use the system cameras of various maufacturers.
www.metz.de Our range of accessories Synchronisation and attachment Sync cable Sync cable for all Metz flash units with sync sockets, basic stand SCA 301 or for flash shoe adapter.
mecablitz accessories Our range of accessories Energy Power pack and accessories NiMH power pack P 76 set* Metz NiMH high-performance power pack P 76 with international charging unit for significantly higher flash numbers and reduced flash delay**.
www.metz.de Our range of accessories Miscellaneous mecalux 11 Servo flash trigger for wireless remote initiation of additional flash units*. Batteries are not required. Special feature: flexible operation of several flash units without long sync connection. Connections: sync socket and rotating flash shoe. Attachment via flash shoe or tripod. mecalux 11 Adapter rings for 15 MS-1 digital For attachment of Metz macro flash unit 15 MS-1 to 62, 67 and 72 mm macro lenses.
45 CL-4 DIGITAL 50 AF-1 / 48 AF-1 DIGITAL 54 MZ-4I DIGITAL 58 AF-1 DIGITAL 60 CT-4 20 C-2 36 C-2 28 CS-2 DIGITAL 15 MS-1 DIGITAL 76 MZ-5 DIGITAL • Other Metz flash units 24 AF-1 DIGITAL 44 AF-1 DIGITAL • 36 AF-5 DIGITAL 52 AF-1 DIGITAL Current Metz flash units 58 AF-2 DIGITAL Overview of accessories FLASH UNITS FROM OTHER MANUFACTURERS* mecablitz accessories MECABOUNCE DIFFUSER ATTACHMENTS mecabounce diffuser MBM-01 / Metz 58 AF-..
50 AF-1 / 48 AF-1 DIGITAL FLASH UNITS FROM OTHER MANUFACTURERS* 54 MZ-4I DIGITAL • • • • • • • • • TTL connection cable for Olympus / Panasonic TCC-30 • • • • • • • • • TTL connection cable for Sony TCC-50 • • • • • • • • • Flash shoe adapter for Nikon TSC-20 • • • • • • • • • Flash shoe adapter for Sony TSC-50 • • • • • • • • • 45 CL-4 DIGITAL 58 AF-1 DIGITAL • • 60 CT-4 • • 20 C-2 • • 36 C-2 24 AF-1 DIGITAL • • 28 CS-2 DIGITAL 36 AF-5 DIGI
Technical specifications 20 C-2 36 C-2 28 CS-2 DIGITAL 15 MS-1 DIGITAL 76 MZ-5 DIGITAL 24 AF-1 DIGITAL Specialist flash units 36 AF-5 DIGITAL 44 AF-1 DIGITAL 58 AF-2 DIGITAL 52 AF-1 DIGITAL System flash units Technology at a glance FLASH OUTPUT (METERS) Guide number for ISO 100, 35mm and 50mm 42 38 32 30 24 54 15 22 30 20 Guide number for ISO 100 and max.
www.metz.de 36 C-2 20 C-2 28 CS-2 DIGITAL 15 MS-1 DIGITAL 76 MZ-5 DIGITAL 24 AF-1 DIGITAL Specialist flash units 36 AF-5 DIGITAL 44 AF-1 DIGITAL 52 AF-1 DIGITAL 58 AF-2 DIGITAL System flash units Firmware update via Metz Service • • • Firmware update via USB socket • • • Operation with alkaline-magnesium batteries (1.5 V) • • • • • • • • • Operation with NC or NiMH rechargeable batteries (1.2 V) • • • • • • • • • Operation with lithium batteries (1.
Technical glossary Technical glossary A Acoustic status notification (BEEP) Additional acoustic status notifications can be activated for flash readiness, flash exposure control and alerts. AF flash metering An autofocus auxiliary light (AF measurement flash) integrated in the flash unit automatically supports the central autofocus sensor of the camera in low ambient light conditions. A multizone AF measurement flash, also supports decentralised AF sensors.
www.metz.de M Manual flash mode Flash mode with unregulated light output. The flash unit delivers the full light output, provided no partial light output is set. Manual zoom The zoom position of the main reflector and thus the illumination of the flash unit can be adjusted manually to the focal length of the lens. Metal stand High-quality metal base for secure attachment on camera shoe. Modelling light The modelling light is a stroboscope light with a high flash frequency lasting a few seconds.
Metz – for everything you need to know about perfect illumination When it comes to illumination, Metz always has the perfect solution – whether it’s for amateur, ambitious or professional photographers. Our innovative products score points through high-performance technology and reliable quality. For further information regarding our current range visit www.metz.de – or organise your own personal mecalight mecastudio consultation with your Metz specialist dealer.
