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This professional flash is a favorite when high output, dependability and operational flexibility are vital. Adaptable to many digital camera systems for TTL exposure, it's also highly versatile in its auto mode. For me, manual mode is what I almost always use, and its variable output range is matched by only a rare few competitors. Some of the features have a learning curve, but once mastered this is as sophisticated a pro flash as you'll find.
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I'm one of the mavericks out there who uses Pentax for my shoots. And for a flash, I like "reach" as well as the availability of a reasonably decent "f" stop. So, for a flash that produces real power, that boils down to either a Quantum, which, to be candid, would have been my first choice, or the Metz. The Quantum is out because they're only dedicated, either to Nikon, or to Cannon. That leaves the Metz. I'll cover what I don't like about the Metz, first, because I want to dwell on what I feel are it's positive features. Unlike the Quantum, the Metz does throw a harsh, direct flash which can produce "hot" spots. Unquestionably, this is Quantum's strong suit and a Metz user has to work his / her way around this drawback. Also, it's possible to "blow" the flash bulb if you set it off in too rapid a succession, and a couple of times, I've done just that. There is a fan in the flash head which does go on, at some points, to cool things off, but all the same, it's not a bad idea to be careful. That being said, I own two at any one time (I like backup) and have found them to perform quite well. You get a real appreciation for a strobe which, along with a telephoto lens, can deliver on a shot from, say, one end of a church to the other. And the battery performance is unbelievable. I was told that I wouldn't need a battery pack and I should have listened. Not only is the recycling time practically instantaneous, but they do retain a long charge. I do bring a battery pack out of habit but I never use it. I do bring a couple of spare, charged batteries, and depending on the length of the shoot, I might use one. A tip,- when it comes time for a new battery, bring the old one to Batteries Plus and have them rebuild it. It will be better than the original. I don't know what you would consider to be big and heavy, but if you're used to the little "pop gun" type flashes and everything else is a bother to you, you're not going to be interested in the Metz. Myself, personally,- I've adapted it to my old Stroboframe flash brackets and it's worked great for me, thank you. I have definitely gotten value for the money. For one thing, the deals on eBay for the Metz 76MZ-5's, have been a hell of a lot less than what I would have paid over the counter, AND I'M TALKING BRAND NEW.Read full review
Metz-Mecablitz-76-MZ-5 Digital-Handle-Mount-Flash-for A Classic High End Flash for those daring enough to use it. Good for any Camera with the right adapter.
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The M 76 flash is very good for the Ebay money of $700 and not so much at retail of $1100. This is the second unit I have owned and the first lasted just 3 summer dirt race track seasons. A short life in my opinion. The power it has is super and the addition of the second fill is just wonderful when a bounce card is used. The flash is a true asset for the professional and will bring great images.
Cleaned them up and they seem to work.
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