Re: [Leica] Flash !

[S Dimitrov <sld@earthlink.net>]

Dave;

I've been getting 10-16 second recycle times on auto, maybe 8-10 seconds with
lithiums. I think that's a bit excesive. What's been your experience with
yours? Is the 2-3 seconds on auto or full dump?

Slobodan Dimitrov


Dave Fisher wrote:

> True enough Slobodan, with fresh batteries my Metz 20 BC 6 takes about 2-3
> seconds to recycle, but it's seldom been a problem for me since I don't use
> my Leica to shoot sports or action. In fact, even without flash, I rarely
> trip the shutter like a rapidwinder. So obviously, the Metz isn't a solution
> for everybody. I bought it to keep in a pocket (it's very compact) for those
> rare instances when I absolutely need a flash. If someone wants a dedicated
> flash for regular work, they should be prepared to pay lots more money and
> rethink using a rangefinder.
>
> > From: S Dimitrov <sld@earthlink.net>
> > Subject: Re: [Leica] Flash !
> >
> > The problem with the 20 BC 6 is that it is outrageously slow in reclycing.
> I
> > emailed Metz a queery as to when they plan to update the internal
> workings, all
> > I got was silence. I've used a Nikon SB 15 with it's two auto modes with
> great
> > results in speed and handling.
> >
> > Slobodan Dimitrov
> >
> >
> > Dave Fisher wrote:
> >
> > > > From: "Tim Spragens" <info@borderless-photos.com>
> > > > Subject: Re: [Leica] Flash !
> > >
> > > > On 23 Oct 00, at 10:46, Mark Rabiner wrote:
> > > >
> > > > > Metz Mecablitz 20 BC 6 40 bucks USD
> > > > > lean and clean like a mean machine, not TTL
> > > > > not a stickup but low slung. ONe A setting. 2 aa batteries.
> > > > > Was made with the Leica in mind.
> > > > > Looks especially good on a black camera.
> > > >
> > > > Is this one about four years old? Metz was pushing a new small
> > > > flash at Photokina four years ago that looked like a reasonable
> > > > baby flash. Only flash that I've used on an M is my N**** SP-24 -
> > > > made the camera topheavy, but did a good job in A mode.
> > >
> > > The flash I use is the one Mark recommended above -- the Metz 20 BC 6.
> Like
> > > he says, it's very affordable and looks like it was designed with the M6
> in
> > > mind ('tho obviously with the low price -- not much more than a Leica
> lens
> > > hood -- we could be deluding ourselves). I only use it for those moments
> > > when I absolutely need it. The only drawback as far as I can tell is
> that
> > > the flash obscures the lens aperture and focus ring. If you'd like to
> see
> > > some shots I took with a combo of Pan F, M6, 35mm summicron and Metz 20
> BC 6
> > > flash, go to: http://home.golden.net/~tekapo/stockwell/stockthumbs.html
> >
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