Re: [OM] om-1 versus om-3

[Joel Wilcox]

What I have read somewhere is that the difference between the reflectance 
of the *palm* of the hand is negligible among persons of all skin types and 
colors.  I.e., works for everyone.
Joel W.

At 03:49 AM 4/6/2003 -0700, you wrote:
> Assuming you're Caucasian :-) I think Chinese are just right on the 18% 
> gray :-)
> At 08:23 PM 4/6/2003 +1000, Terry and Tracey wrote:
> > I use it all the time! A great spot meter.
> >
> > Foxy
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> >
> > Get a good, needle-centered meter reading on the palm of your hand
> > (assuming the same light as your subject) and then open up a stop.  Perfect
> > exposures every time.
> >
> > Well, almost.  A time-worn solution for some difficult lighting
> > conditions.  Also known as the "OM-1 Spot Metering System."
> > ...
> // richard <http://www.imagecraft.com> 
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