Minolta Auto-Spot 1° Analogue Meter
The Minolta Auto-Spot 1 is a vintage, analogue, handheld spot meter with a 1-degree field of view, designed for precise light measurement by photographers and cinematographers. It features a bright viewfinder that shows a small circle to indicate the measured area and is powered by batteries. The meter provides aperture and shutter speed readings and can be used with accessories like a polarizing filter or a specific hood for different lighting situations.
Key Features
- Spot Metering:
Measures a very narrow 1-degree area of light, allowing for precise readings of specific parts of a scene.
- Viewfinder:
- Includes a bright viewfinder to help with focusing and a small circle indicating the measured spot.
- Manual Controls:
- Offers manual settings for ISO/film speed, aperture, and shutter speed, typical for analogue meters.
- Accessories:
- Compatible with a 52mm filter thread and can be used with a tripod.
- Battery Powered:
- Operates on batteries and includes a battery check feature.
- Usage
- Photography:
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Useful for large format, pinhole, and analog photography where accurate exposures are crucial to avoid wasting expensive film.
- Cinematography:
- Its accuracy makes it suitable for setting lighting levels in studio settings without having to move the camera.
- How to Use
- Set ISO: Set the film speed on the meter.
- Aim: Point the meter’s lens at the specific part of the subject you want to meter, using the viewfinder’s circle to define the 1-degree area.
- Read: Press the measure button and read the exposure information, such as f-stops and shutter speeds, displayed in the viewfinder.
- Apply: Use these readings to set your camera’s exposure correctly
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| Brand | Minolta |
|---|---|
| Series | Minolta Auto Meter |
| Type | Analogue |
| Model | Minolta Auto-Spot 1 |
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