K5 and Metz 52

drugo · 03-13-2013, 02:44 PM

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Anyone use this configuration?
I want to buy this flash but some post tell about overexposure sometimes..
I wish to know some experiences or if someone can give me some link about a review..

Thanks a lot

SkilakDeZoo · 03-13-2013, 03:09 PM

Originally posted by drugo

Anyone use this configuration?
I want to buy this flash but some post tell about overexposure sometimes..
I wish to know some experiences or if someone can give me some link about a review..

Thanks a lot

Hi,

I am thinking about the same flash and so far I have found a review - see the second one Pentax K-5 II DSLR Camera: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo

Cheers,

drugo · 03-13-2013, 03:29 PM

Hi, there are not son many post about that on line. This is one

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/general-technical-troubleshooting/216365-...s-1-flash.html

Now i ask him about his experience.

SkilakDeZoo · 03-14-2013, 01:40 PM

Thanks,

But if I buy I will go for AF-2. See a review with Pentax

You Tube

drugo · 03-14-2013, 05:22 PM

Someone could say if this solution works for him?

https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-k-5/126224-k-5-bounce-flash-overexposure-fix.html

Thanks

Gilzuma · 03-15-2013, 01:10 AM

I have both the K5 and the 52 AF-1. I find they pair well. I am new to the hot-shoe flash, and as such this is my first one. I have nothing to compare it too, but I am quite happy, especially with the remote flash capabilities!

SkilakDeZoo · 04-25-2013, 12:35 AM

Originally posted by drugo

Anyone use this configuration?
I want to buy this flash but some post tell about overexposure sometimes..
I wish to know some experiences or if someone can give me some link about a review..

Thanks a lot

Hi, i really wonder if you bought the flash? I have found this post Comparison: Metz 52 AF-1 vs. Metz 50 AF-1 review @ PHOTO-TIPS-ONLINE.com and am really impressed with the servo mode - it seems I could use it with the Nikon system as a slave

Cheers

SkilakDeZoo · 04-25-2013, 12:42 AM

Originally posted by Gilzuma

I have both the K5 and the 52 AF-1. I find they pair well. I am new to the hot-shoe flash, and as such this is my first one. I have nothing to compare it too, but I am quite happy, especially with the remote flash capabilities!

Hi, have you tried the learing servo mode with different brand flash as a master?

Cheers

Gilzuma · 04-25-2013, 05:13 PM

Originally posted by SkilakDeZoo

Hi, have you tried the learing servo mode with different brand flash as a master?

Cheers

No I haven't tried that. I only have the one flash... And due to budgetary constraints that's likely to stay that way for a while.

SkilakDeZoo · 05-15-2013, 12:32 AM

Hi guys,

So, at the end of the day I decided to buy the 52 AF-1 and soon will be able to say a few words. At the moment the flash seems to be well build and the touch screen is just a different experience, but I like it

. Cheers.

Gilzuma · 05-15-2013, 08:25 PM

Originally posted by SkilakDeZoo

Hi guys,

So, at the end of the day I decided to buy the 52 AF-1 and soon will be able to say a few words. At the moment the flash seems to be well build and the touch screen is just a different experience, but I like it

. Cheers.

Cool, I look forward to hearing your opinion.

GarySloman · 05-15-2013, 09:25 PM

I have a K5 and both the Metz 58 af2 and the Pentax 540. I struggled with the 540 while I learned to work with flash and finally switched to the Metz when I needed faster response time with a battery pack. There is no comparison. The Metz is simply a better product in terms of outcomes and build quality.

tonyrodgers · 05-16-2013, 05:03 AM

Originally posted by GarySloman

I have a K5 and both the Metz 58 af2 and the Pentax 540. I struggled with the 540 while I learned to work with flash and finally switched to the Metz when I needed faster response time with a battery pack. There is no comparison. The Metz is simply a better product in terms of outcomes and build quality.

I also have a K-5 and both Pentax AF540 & Metz 58 flashes. I agree about the poor build quality of the AF 540. Mine is now more or less unusable owing to the flimsy battery door cover having broken...

SkilakDeZoo · 05-18-2013, 01:16 PM

Originally posted by Gilzuma

Cool, I look forward to hearing your opinion.

Right, my first quick review after a short time spent with the flash.
My comments:

On the camera: In a room having an object in somewhere the middle the pictures were very good (right exposure) when the flash was bounced either from the ceiling or walls. The only time when I had to adjust the EV was when the flash was direct to the object. I think it is due to fact the flash is very powerfull

Off the camera - Slave mode: flash 45deg away from the camera, around 1.5m away from the object. After a few trials I have managed to set it up and then even changing the F to silly 16 the exposure was right. The remote slave mode in TTL is briliant (so far). I think I misunderstood the FL (zoom) in the flash as it, perhaps, refers to Full Frame scale thus my 40mm ltd should be 60mm and I think I set 70mm.

The menu is dead easy

When I set up the studio I will show a few pictures,

TTFN

SkilakDeZoo · 05-24-2013, 04:01 PM

I have done a quick few photos session just to check the slave TTL mode + on board flash as master or commander. The flash-Metz was about 1.5m away on the left pointed to the ceiling. So far I am a happy bunny

03-13-2013, 02:44 PM	#1
drugo New Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 4	K5 and Metz 52 Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Anyone use this configuration? I want to buy this flash but some post tell about overexposure sometimes.. I wish to know some experiences or if someone can give me some link about a review.. Thanks a lot

03-14-2013, 05:22 PM	#5
drugo New Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 4 Original Poster	Uhm... Someone could say if this solution works for him? https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/pentax-k-5/126224-k-5-bounce-flash-overexposure-fix.html Thanks

05-15-2013, 12:32 AM	#10
SkilakDeZoo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 136	Hi guys, So, at the end of the day I decided to buy the 52 AF-1 and soon will be able to say a few words. At the moment the flash seems to be well build and the touch screen is just a different experience, but I like it. Cheers.

05-15-2013, 08:25 PM	#11
Gilzuma Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 91	Originally posted by SkilakDeZoo Hi guys, So, at the end of the day I decided to buy the 52 AF-1 and soon will be able to say a few words. At the moment the flash seems to be well build and the touch screen is just a different experience, but I like it. Cheers. Cool, I look forward to hearing your opinion.

05-15-2013, 09:25 PM	#12
GarySloman New Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: NYC Photos: Gallery Posts: 17	K5 and 58 AF2 I have a K5 and both the Metz 58 af2 and the Pentax 540. I struggled with the 540 while I learned to work with flash and finally switched to the Metz when I needed faster response time with a battery pack. There is no comparison. The Metz is simply a better product in terms of outcomes and build quality.

03-13-2013, 03:09 PM	#2
SkilakDeZoo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 136	Originally posted by drugo Anyone use this configuration? I want to buy this flash but some post tell about overexposure sometimes.. I wish to know some experiences or if someone can give me some link about a review.. Thanks a lot Hi, I am thinking about the same flash and so far I have found a review - see the second one Pentax K-5 II DSLR Camera: Amazon.co.uk: Camera & Photo Cheers,

03-13-2013, 03:29 PM	#3
drugo New Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 4 Original Poster	Hi, there are not son many post about that on line. This is one https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/general-technical-troubleshooting/216365-...s-1-flash.html Now i ask him about his experience.

03-15-2013, 01:10 AM	#6
Gilzuma Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 91	I have both the K5 and the 52 AF-1. I find they pair well. I am new to the hot-shoe flash, and as such this is my first one. I have nothing to compare it too, but I am quite happy, especially with the remote flash capabilities!

04-25-2013, 12:35 AM	#7
SkilakDeZoo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 136	Originally posted by drugo Anyone use this configuration? I want to buy this flash but some post tell about overexposure sometimes.. I wish to know some experiences or if someone can give me some link about a review.. Thanks a lot Hi, i really wonder if you bought the flash? I have found this post Comparison: Metz 52 AF-1 vs. Metz 50 AF-1 review @ PHOTO-TIPS-ONLINE.com and am really impressed with the servo mode - it seems I could use it with the Nikon system as a slave Cheers

04-25-2013, 12:42 AM	#8
SkilakDeZoo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 136	Originally posted by Gilzuma I have both the K5 and the 52 AF-1. I find they pair well. I am new to the hot-shoe flash, and as such this is my first one. I have nothing to compare it too, but I am quite happy, especially with the remote flash capabilities! Hi, have you tried the learing servo mode with different brand flash as a master? Cheers

04-25-2013, 05:13 PM	#9
Gilzuma Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Okinawa, Japan Posts: 91	Originally posted by SkilakDeZoo Hi, have you tried the learing servo mode with different brand flash as a master? Cheers No I haven't tried that. I only have the one flash... And due to budgetary constraints that's likely to stay that way for a while.

05-16-2013, 05:03 AM	#13
tonyrodgers Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Sydney Photos: Gallery Posts: 42	Originally posted by GarySloman I have a K5 and both the Metz 58 af2 and the Pentax 540. I struggled with the 540 while I learned to work with flash and finally switched to the Metz when I needed faster response time with a battery pack. There is no comparison. The Metz is simply a better product in terms of outcomes and build quality. I also have a K-5 and both Pentax AF540 & Metz 58 flashes. I agree about the poor build quality of the AF 540. Mine is now more or less unusable owing to the flimsy battery door cover having broken...

05-18-2013, 01:16 PM	#14
SkilakDeZoo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 136	First impression with 52 AF-1 Originally posted by Gilzuma Cool, I look forward to hearing your opinion. Right, my first quick review after a short time spent with the flash. My comments: On the camera: In a room having an object in somewhere the middle the pictures were very good (right exposure) when the flash was bounced either from the ceiling or walls. The only time when I had to adjust the EV was when the flash was direct to the object. I think it is due to fact the flash is very powerfull Off the camera - Slave mode: flash 45deg away from the camera, around 1.5m away from the object. After a few trials I have managed to set it up and then even changing the F to silly 16 the exposure was right. The remote slave mode in TTL is briliant (so far). I think I misunderstood the FL (zoom) in the flash as it, perhaps, refers to Full Frame scale thus my 40mm ltd should be 60mm and I think I set 70mm. The menu is dead easy When I set up the studio I will show a few pictures, TTFN

05-24-2013, 04:01 PM	#15
SkilakDeZoo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 136	I have done a quick few photos session just to check the slave TTL mode + on board flash as master or commander. The flash-Metz was about 1.5m away on the left pointed to the ceiling. So far I am a happy bunny

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