charles,
I am a recent convert to the E1 and am still getting used to the
potential of it.
I bought the Metz as it was slightly cheaper in the UK than the
Olympus fl 30..with a much higher paper spec. UK cost £130 /$230
approx.
Build quality is good, although the plastic case flexes slightly when
pressed hard. Using it, complete with four batteries, on an E1 with
auxillary grip/battery pack makes it a heavy beast!
Still getting used to all the features of the flash. (On my 4Ti I set
flash to TTL and forgot about it!)
The Metz Does TTL and fill in flash well, I am STILL working out the
other modes!!
Minor gripes...No pouch / case, Sliding on / off switch could be
raised slighty to make it easier to operate.
Acid test..would I go down the same route again..Yes.
Of course it depends on US pricing.
Robert White in the UK could probably supply and ship you a flash BUT
I do not know how economical it would work out for you.
Really you need a US supplier to make this economical.
Hope this helps. If I can be of any help please let me know.
Regards, John Duggan. Wales UK.
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--- Geilfuss Charles <Charles.Geilfuss@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> John,
> How do you like the Metz? I'm interested in one but it doesn't
> seem to be available on this side of the pond. I e-mailed Metz about
> availability and they referred me to Bogen Imaging in NJ. I e-mailed
> them last week but have received no reply.
>
> Charlie
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: olympus-owner@xxxxxxxxxx [mailto:olympus-owner@xxxxxxxxxx] On
> Behalf Of JOHN DUGGAN
> Sent: Sunday, September 24, 2006 5:43 PM
> To: olympus@xxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [OM] Flash with E-1
>
> Hi all,
Regards
John Duggan,
Wales, UK
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