The DigiPro F2 Flash and Ambient Light Meter v2from Gossen is a high-performance allrounder for analog and digital photographers and filmmakers who use continuous illumination as well as flash. The light meter demonstrates the full potential by means of the incident light metering method which, as compared with the reflected light metering method used by cameras, functions independently of subject quality. The swivel head makes it possible to lower the measuring sensor all the way down to the subject level for macro and tabletop photography

When the shutter pre-selection metering function is used in photo mode, the desired exposure time is specified, for example in order to focus sharply on moving subjects. The exposure meter then determines the f-stop, which has to be set at the camera. By pressing and holding the metering key and scanning the subject in this mode, the contrast range, is displayed at the f-stop scale in f-stop values. When the aperture pre-selection metering function is used, the desired f-stop is specified, for example in order to set the depth of focus. The exposure meter then determines the required exposure time. With the exposure value measuring function, the exposure value as well as various f-stop / shutter speed combinations are displayed. The adjustable correction value with +9.9 EV cover large extension factors for neutral-density filters used for long time exposures in daylight.

With flash exposure metering, it's possible to work either with or without a synchronizing cable. The exposure meter determines the corresponding aperture for correct exposure using the preset flash sync time and displays it as a digital value, and as a flashing point on the analog aperture scale. Furthermore, a marking is continuously displayed for the aperture of the continuous light component, making it possible to estimate the continuous light proportion of total light. If flash power is insufficient to reach a selectable f-stop setting, the exposure meter can calculate the required number of multiple flashes to this end.

The exposure value function can be switched over to a simple measurement of illuminance in lux or fc for setting up film lighting. In the HD CINE mode durations ranging from 1/24 to 1/120 of a second are made available in a targeted fashion, corresponding to frame rates of 24 to 120 fps. In order to do justice to modern HD cameras, the ISO setting has also been expanded to include the value of ISO 850.

Photo, Cine &HD Cine Metering Modes    Incident & 25 ° Reflected Light Metering    Flash and Ambient Light Measurement    lluminance Measurement in lux or fc    Indication of Ambient Light Share    Multiple Flash Calculation    Analog Contrast Display in 1/2 Stops    Programmable Correction Value +9.9 EV    Exposure Displayed in 1/2 or 1/3 Stops    High Repeat Accuracy: +0.1 EV or Better

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this meter come with a case?

A: Yes, the Gossen DigiPro F2 flash/ambient light meter V2 comes with a protective softcase.

Q: 2. Will this meter display percent of flash contribution?

A: Unfortunately, this meter would not display a percentage of flash.

Q: 3. Does this light/flash meter have full, one half,and one third stop shutter settings? Example...shutter speed 125,160,200,and 250 of a second. Thank You

A: The meter does measure in 1/1, 1/2 or 1/3 EV.

Q: 4. Where is this made?

A: It is made in the USA.

Q: 5. Are there any differences between this Digisix 2 and the older Gossen Digisix?

A: There are not any major differences, they basically upgraded the first a bit. From Gossen: This meter expands the measuring functions of manually adjustable cameras to include incident light measurement, by means of which better exposure can be achieved for unusual subject contrast. Integrated contrast measurement also indicates whether or not subject contrast, i.e. the difference between the brightest and darkest part of the subject, can be managed by the sensor or the film .

Q: 6. Is this aperture priority for readings?

A: The available measuring functions when using the Gossen DigiPro F2 - Flash and Ambient Light Meter, B&H # GODPFAL, are Shutter priority, Contrast measurement, Aperture priority, Exposure Value measurement, or CINE (frame rate) mode.

Q: 7. what material is this meter made of?

A: The body of the Gossen Digisix 2 Ambient Light Meter is made of a hard industrial plastic.

Q: 8. "Can it toggle back and forth between a shutter speed/aperture reading (let’s say, f/8 @ 1/60) and then to its EV equivalent (say, EV 12) (and then back to f/8 @ 1/60) or does changing the mode erase the existing reading?"

A: Yes you can

Q: 9. Does this meter have a screen backlight so I can read it in dim lighting?

A: Yes, the screen is lit. You can adjust the brightness of it.

Q: 10. Can you tell me the difference between the Sixtomat F2 and the Digipro F2?

A: The, Sixtomat F2 is 118 mm x 65 mm x 19 mm / 4.65 x 2.56 x 0.75 inch and the Gossen DigiPro F2 Flash and Ambient Light Meter v2 is 150 mm x 65 mm x 19 mm 5.91 x 2.56 x 0.75 inch. The Sixtomat F2 is 95 g / 0.21 lbs without battery and the Digipro is 100 g / 0.22 lbs without battery. Other wise the are about the same.