Description

Please note due to a global shortage of semiconductors and component shortages Sekonic is experiencing delays in the production of several of its Light meters.

At this stage, we do not have an accurate ETA on all of the L-478 series light meters as well as the L-858 and the C-800 & C-7000 units.

Sekonic's LITEMASTER PRO L-478D meter is the world's first touch-screen-operated light meter. It has an array of unique, must-have features for both motion and still storytellers. Its compact size is both instantly familiar and comfortable to use. The 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. The L-478D 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.

• Sekonic L-478D LiteMaster Pro (CE version)
• AAA Manganese Batteries x2
• Strap
• Soft Case
• Anti-glare Film
• Start-up Guide
• CD-ROM (Data Transfer and Operating Manual)

Simple Operation
Instantly familiar and comfortable to use. Make settings by touching icons or sliding a finger on the screen. The large colour LCD displays ambient, flash, cine and other information in a clear and understandable way.

Analyzing Function
The L-478-Series meters are especially useful when using flash to lighten shadows or reduce background detail. That's because they measure ambient and flash simultaneously and automatically indicate the percentage of flash in the total exposure. Touch the screen to adjust settings to get the perfect ambient flash mix. The meter's analogue display uses colour-coded lines to graphically display the relationship between ambient and flash components.

Enhanced HD Cine / Cine Features
Today's digital cameras are boundless and a variety of cameras can be used in a single production. The L-478-series has two motion-capture modes to fit the camera in use. Touch to set shutter speeds for HD SLR cameras or quickly select frame rates and shutter angles for Cine. Create unique frame rates and shutter angles for special effects.
Infinite Frame Rate/Shutter Angle
Special effects and light sources can push standard camera settings to their limits That's why the L-478 also allows for creating unique frame rates and shutter angles to .000 to enable precise exposure and lighting that produce the very best images and reduce time in post-production.

Unique Filtration Compensation Mode
Like all light and exposure meters, the L-478D is calibrated for visual light. And because meters can't measure filtered light by design, Sekonic designers added a unique filter mode that enables getting exact light levels with touch screen ease. Touch the L-478 to instantly call up light-source or camera filtration expressed industry standard CTO/CTB/ND terms. For special filters or applications, create a unique filter factor and give it a name. Up to four filters can be used together in as a pack to assure full control in virtually any situation.

Calibrated to your Camera with Exposure Profiling
Every camera system is unique. Optical, mechanical and imaging components all act on each other to produce slight differences in the dynamic range and exposure. Knowing the limits of your camera enables making better exposures with less post-processing. Sekonic's pioneering Data Transfer Software enables quick dynamic range mapping and meter calibration for the most precise control of light. Create and store up to ten profiles with Sekonic or X-Rite Brand targets or use the touch display of the light meter to directly enter the profile information obtained from other sources.

Illuminance or Luminance Measurement
Brightness measurement in Lux or FC and Cd/m2 or FL will make the L-478 a major player on movie sets around the world. Display brightness along with exposure measurements or simply by itself.

Contrast Function
The L-478's contrast function simplifies setting up lighting ratios or checking the evenness of the background or scene. Take a reading of the key or reference light and touch AVE/_EV to create a standard. Then press the measuring button to display the brightness difference between the standard and new reading.

Memory Mode and Latitude Display
Up to nine readings can be memorized. An indicator appears on the analogue display each time a measurement is memorized. This provides a fast and simple way of retaining and analyzing shadow, mid-tone and highlight exposure readings. Digital readings can be recalled and/or cleared at any time for precise exposure control. The dynamic range of your digital camera or film can be programmed into the L-478 to create a Latitude Display that mirrors the range of your system. This important guide will let you know readings are within the range of your camera.

Data Transfer Software (CD-ROM included)
Data Transfer Software offers 1) Create exposure profiles, 2) Change custom settings, 3) Customize user settings such as frame rate, shutter angle and filter compensation, and 4) Upgrade the L-478D/DR firmware.