The Sekonic L-398A Light Meter makes use of amorphous photocell that generates its own power. This means that there is no need to use batteries. The L-398A by Sekonic is a classic looking light meter, a pure analogue experience. The meter needle and the exposure dial system give you all reading combinations at a single glance.
For a direct reading of a complete range of aperture / shutter speed combinations, the analogue display provides the complete lighting settings for both still and cine applications.
The Sekonic L-398A's swivel head allows you to hold down the metering button and "walk the set" to check light levels. Release the button, and the needle locks down the meter's analogue display needle for easy-to-read exposure calculations. Exposures are displayed for both still and cine applications.
Incident measurements can be taken with the over 180-degree Lumisphere for general readings of three-dimensional objects, or with the Lumidisc selective area readings,
measuring the lighting ratios between highlights and shadow areas or light falling on flat-field objects such as artwork, measurements outdoors or under bright studio lights.
Lumigrid for measuring reflected light
For reflected readings, a flat Lumigrid replaces the Lumisphere. If you plan on shooting with a fixed ISO and shutter speed, an optional Slide Set (Direct Reading Slides) makes it easier to take readings in fast-paced shooting scenarios.
The memory pointer retains prior reading. Just align the pointer with the analogue needle to transfer brightness readings to the exposure dial. Once set, a second reading can be made to compare brightness of different lights to adjust light ratios.
