At 20:22 3/20/02, Sean Davis wrote:
if i can toss in a question, seeing that i've just replaced my T-32, i'm
wondering what other options are out there for OM-dedicated flash
equipment - off-brand stuff. i understand that some Metz flashes and
perhaps other brands make Olympus-compatible equipment. can someone
elaborate on this for me?
Sean,
Among the Metz:
The closest thing to a T-32 among the Metz is the 32Z-2 (also 32MZ-3) with
an SCA-321 module. The T-32 is rated with a GN of 32 (ISO 100; meters)
with an angle of coverage matching that of a 24mm lens. The 32Z-2 is rated
at this GN to the coverage of a 35mm lens. This Metz has a built-in zoom
reflector that goes from 28mm to 85mm. It also swivels in addition to the tilt.
The big brother to the 32Z-2 and 32MZ-3 is the 40MZ-2 and 40MZ-3i; also
uses the SCA-321 for the OM system. This is a flash Olympus should have
made an equivalent of in its stunted evolution of the "T" series. It's
more powerful, and has greater flexibility in selecting desired aperture in
"Normal Auto." Has an LCD panel on the back instead of LED's.
The G-15 or G-16 grip is the Metz equivalent of the BG-2; turns either of
the two units above into a potato masher powered by 4 "C" cells. Use the
SCA-321 on the end of an SCA-300A cord for the equivalent of a T-Series TTL
Shoe Cord for TTL control. Has a trigger switch on the grip that can be
used as an electronic shutter release with a winder or motor drive, just as
the one on the BG2 can.
Equivalent to the T-45 potato masher is the 45CL-4. Also uses the SCA-321
on the end of an SCA-300A cord for TTL control.
Big brother to the 45CL-4 is the more powerful 60CT-4; yet another example
of where Olympus could/should have gone with its potato masher.
Equivalent to the F280 *without* the Super FP feature is the 54MZ-3. Metz
never made a module to link the two additional contacts on the OM-3ti and
OM-4T hot shoe to its flashes. However, unlike the F280, this Metz has
tilt and swivel, and is slightly more powerful.
No . . . I'm not a Metz dealer, employee or "fanatic supporter." Metz
makes quality flash units and I did a lot of research into the Metz units
before buying a 40MZ-3i and a G-16 grip for it a few months ago. Also have
a pair of T-32's, a T-20 and a BG2. Nope, not selling (or giving away) any
of the T-series stuff; they work too well with my gear.
-- John
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