Metz 48 AF-1 Shoe Mount Flash for Nikon i-TTL Digital Cameras, Guide Number 157-158'

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0010HHJSI
• Item model number: MZ48314N
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: December 1, 2007

Product Description

State-of-the-art, the 48 AF-1 allows photographers to stay current and effortlessly make firmware updates via the internet and the flash s unique USB connection. The flash features a powerful guide number of 158 and for added versatility, is powered by four, readily available AA batteries. The 48 AF-1 C is designed to support Canons E-TTL and E-TTL II technology. The 48 AF-1 is fully compatible with TTL digital remote systems and can also be operated as a TTL slave unit that can be controlled by the camera s built-in commander mode, a manufacturers flash with master capabilities, or from a Metz 58 AF-1. The 48 AF-1 also features an auto zoom head from 24-105mm that can be set to match the cameras sensor, a full bounce and swivel reflector head, a built-in wide angle diffuser for 18mm coverage, and of course, full manual control with 12 partial light output level

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars As Good as the SB600, January 9, 2010

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J. Wylie - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Metz 48 AF-1 Shoe Mount Flash for Nikon i-TTL Digital Cameras, Guide Number 157-158' (Electronics)

I use this flash on my Nikon D90 and have no problems with it at all. Exposure is pretty much always spot on, and the wireless functionality works flawlessly with Nikon's commander mode. The auto zoom head, and flash power are great for my needs. I think it is very comparable to the SB600, especially seeing as it is about twenty five dollars cheaper just now. It is German, so well made, and has a USB input for firmware updates is a useful and welcome addition. My only complaints are minor. The batter cover is a little stiff to open and close, and the menu buttons are not the best, but it overall, it functions very well.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Decent flash, September 3, 2010

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-=BlackStrike=- - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Metz 48 AF-1 Shoe Mount Flash for Nikon i-TTL Digital Cameras, Guide Number 157-158' (Electronics)

I purchased this flash few days ago when I figured out that SB 900 and similar are insanely overpriced. I have Nikon D300, but I currently use my company's old Nikon D200 with 18-50 f2.8 EX Sigma lens. As I work on a cruise ship as a photogrpaher, I have plenty chances to test this baby and first one presented itself tonight, when I was taking photos of guests with the captain.

Flash proved itself quite good, suprisingly good considering it's price. $225 gives you excellent exposure, overall strength of the light from photo to photo was good thaks to proper measurements and excellent communication with the camera itself.

Pros are many:

* ballanced strength of light in consecutive shots

* excellent work with camera and lens

* commander mode works perfectly

* decent recharge time

* CHEAP! :) Simple calculation 1 SB-900 = $450 | 1 METZ 48=$450/2=$225!

* Easy settings. I love On/Off switch comparing to SB-800 with that dreadfull button... :)

Cons are few, but they're there:

* color (temperature) of the light - photos look slightly bluish, which can be easily fixed with moderate warming filter, or simply using photo editing software.

* as mentioned many times before, locking mechanism for flash head isn't quite state of the art, but it works.

* packaging is poorest I've seen in AGES. You don't get ANYTHING except manual and flash. Nada. Zip.

Bottom line: This flash is worth your money, but don't expect SB-900 quality of it. Play little with settings and you can get perfect tool for your photos...

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent alternative, April 29, 2011

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AmzonCustmr - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Metz 48 AF-1 Shoe Mount Flash for Nikon i-TTL Digital Cameras, Guide Number 157-158' (Electronics)

This flash is sturdy, and has most features anyone would need. Im really happy with the performance and features.

Pros: Good price, nice quality, many features (works with CLS as remote slave, for example).

Cons: old style twist lock - plastic shoe housing. Menu not very easy to use.