| Latest Review Posted | Metz mecablitz 50 AF-1 digital
I started out with the 48 AF-1, then got the 50 AF-1 for multiple wireless flash setup. I also have a AF540 FGZ which I use as a master/controller.
Generally I love this flash, on my K-x it produce consistent results, but on my K-5 the results are mixed. It produce more consistent results than my Pentax AF540, with slight overexpose in most situation.
The menu system is a pain to use initially, requiring multiple button presses. Unlike the AF540 which have all the buttons to change settings.
My main complain on this unit is the broken hotshoe pin. Once the pin is broken, the flash is stuck on your camera. You need a long metal pin or a thin flat screwdriver to push the broken level up, to release the flash from the camera. THIS HAPPEN ON MY 50 AF-1 AND MY FRIEND'S UNIT AS WELL. . We got the flash at the same time, in Jan 2011. So thats 2 units with broken pin. Another reviewer above also reported this problem. We have email to Metz Germany and they acknowledge that this is an issue with the earlier batch for 50 AF-1.
Ok, Metz China distributor was kind enough to replace the whole hotshoe assembly for me. But they did not acknowledge/or aware that this is a product batch issue. Anyway, me and my friend was not assured that this won't happen again. :(
Apart from this issue, I would recommend the 50 AF-1 for its value for money feature sets, built quality, powerful and fast charging times. Another thing is that it remembers your last settings after you turn it ... |
