Flash Meter Question

[Clemmie]

I'm currently awaiting delivery of my first lighting kit (a pair of Britek PS-200 monolights, with the stands and umbrellas, and a few backdrops).

I have an older Gossen Ascor Mark-II flash meter, which I've never figured out because I can't find a manual for it anywhere. Am seriously considering just setting it aside, in favor of a modern digital meter that can handle everything - flash, incident, reflected, etc.

Based on my research so far, I am strongly favoring the Sekonic L-358 as such a 'do it all' meter -- and at $219 from B&H, it just is within budget.

Would be interested in hearing from anyone who has experience with these - or with a comparably priced & featured competitor that I may have overlooked.

[another view]

The L358 is a great deal. I've got one but don't use it often mostly because of the situation, etc. Another advantage of the Sekonics is adding a transmitter to Pocket Wizards if you ever want to add them. Here's some info on:

http://www.shootsmarter.com/infocenter/wc005.html

[Clemmie]

Hi, a-v. I see you changed your picture there. Guess it's getting too cold on the lake, huh?

I thank you for linking that comparison. Looks like the L-358 holds its own quite nicely against some ritzy competition. Given that, and several favorable reports from my Minolta groups, and having read a few meter manuals online - I'll be placing the order this morning for the L-358.

The PocketWizard system looks intriguing, albeit expensive. Not something I'll be investing in anytime soon - but it's nice to know that if I do at some point, the meter will be ready for it.