Sekonic LiteMaster Pro L-478DR-U-PX Series Light Meter for Phottix Strato II System
LiteMaster Pro L-478DR-U-PX
Sekonic's LITEMASTER PRO L-478-Series meters are the world's first touch-screen-operated light meters. They have an array of unique, must-have features for both still and motion story tellers. Their compact size is both instantly familiar and comfortable to use. A large LCD (2.7") displays ambient, flash, cine and a host of other information in a clear and understandable way. Settings are made by simply touching or sliding a finger over the screen.
Learn more by visiting the L-478 micro-site!
The L-478 meters can be quickly calibrated to your camera using Sekonic's Data Transfer software and either Sekonic or X-Rite Brand targets or by manually inputting data to the DTS program or on the meter itself.
Keeping pace with wireless advancements, the L-478DR-U-PX comes complete with exclusive Phottix wireless triggering technology which combines light measurement with triggering as selected Channels and Groups providing amazing control in your hand. .
The L-478DR-U-PX has a radio module and antenna built into the meter. The system transmits at 2.4GHz and uses Phottix Strato II signal protocols that can trigger channels and groups to fire any flash connected to a Phottix Strato or Strato II receiver or Atlas II set to receive as well as Phottix Mitros+ and Indra flashes set to Strato II receive function. When shooting, photographers can pick from various Phottix transmitters including the Odin, Odin II, Strato, Strato II, Strato TTL, and Atlas II set for transmit.
The L-478 series meters offer the following languages in the interface: Japanese, English and Chinese. Depending on the country where the meter is purchased, the language is fixed and cannot be changed by the user.
Please be sure to check the radio frequency and language before purchase.
Specifications
| Packaging Weight | 0.77 lb. (0,35kg) |
| Packaging Dimensions | 8.26" L x 5.82" W x 1.96" H (21cm x 14,8cm x 6cm) |
| Receptor Head | Incident light and reflected light |
| Light Receiving Method | Incident light and reflected light |
| Receptor Incident Light | Convertible to flat diffuser (Lumisphere in retracted position) |
| Receptor Reflected Light | 5° spot with optional viewfinder |
| Flash Analyzing Function | 0 to 100% in 10% increments |
| Multiple Flash Function | Infinite number of flash readings (Only one digit is displayed when the cumulated number is ten or more) |
| Calibration Compensation | (+/-) 1.0 EV (in 1/10 stops) |
| Exposure Compensation | (+/-) 9.9 EV (in 1/10 stops) |
| Custom Functions | 14 custom functions |
| Auto Power Off | Selectable in Custom Functions |
Measuring Range and Modes
| Measuring Modes Ambient Light | Aperture priority, Shutter speed priority, TF priority, CINE, HD Cine, Illuminance (lx/fc), Luminance (cdm2/fl) |
| Measuring Modes Flash | Cord (PC), Cordless, Radio Triggering (with/without mulitple cumulative) |
| Measuring Range (ISO 100) Flash | 0.63 to 2,000,000 lux - 0.10 to 180,000 fc |
| Measuring Range Brightness | 0.25 to 190,000 cd/m2 - 0.10 to 190,000 foot lamberts |
Display Range and Modes
| Display Range Film Speed | ISO 3 to 409,600 (in 1/3 stops) |
| Display Range Shutter Speeds Ambient | 31 min. to 1/64,000 sec. plus 1/200, 1/400 sec (in 1, 1/2 and 1/3 stops) |
| Display Range Shutter Speeds Flash | 31 min. to 1/1000 sec plus 1/75, 1/80, 1/90, 1/100, 1/200, 1/400 |
| Display Range Aperture | f/0.5 to f/161.2 (in 1, 1/2 and 1/3 stops) |
| Display Range EV | EV-27.9 to EV55.8 (with Incident light reading of ambient light) |
| Display Range Cine Speeds fps | 2 to 1000 f/s, plus user created settings: 20 entries |
| Display Range Shutter Angle | 1°to 358°, plus user created settings: 20 entries |
Other
| Battery Power Indicator Display | Icon with 3 status |
| Battery (Power) | 2 AAA drycell batteries (alkaline,manganese, lithium, nickel hydride, or nickel based) |
Radio Triggering
| Radio Triggering System: | Phottix Strato II |
| Frequency: | 2.4GHz |
| Triggering Range: | Up to 100 feet, Transmitter-Receiver |
| Channels/Groups: | 4 Channels / 4 Groups |
Features
Amazing Must-Have Features
For Still Photographers:
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Full featured Ambient-Flash modes including new T-F mode.
Measure, compare, and mix ambient and flash displayed on a color, touch screen for beautiful, controlled, results. -
DTS Exposure Profiling matches the meter to the performance of your camera.
Precise exposure and lighting starts with precise, repeatable metering. -
Radio triggering and Flash Group selection w/Phottix radio receivers and flashes using the Strato protocol. .
Flash Group selection with a touch of a finger.
For Filmmakers:
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Cine/HD Cine modes for today's HDSLR and Video Cine cameras.
Effortlessly switch between HDSLR and Cine for exact exposure settings in exact increments for both. -
Infinite frame rate and shutter angle selection.
Create special settings for special applications.Video cine cameras are becoming boundless. Metering should be too. -
Unique, light-source filtration compensation mode.
Finally, precise control lighting using industry standard CTO/CTB/ND types at the touch of a finger. -
Illumination measurement and extended ISO range.
Lighting design and exposure in a single tool. ISO and exposure settings to match today's digital cameras.
Exclusive 3-Year USA Warranty.
(*requires separate Sekonic, X-Rite or Datacolor exposure targets and 5-degree finder for L-478)
Includes
- Sekonic LiteMaster Pro L-478DR-U-PX Series Light Meter for Phottix Strato II System
- Anti-Glare Film
- Hand Strap
- Soft Case
- Operating Manual & Data Transfer Software CD-ROM
- Limited 3-Year Warranty