Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster Light Meter

Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster Light Meter – SE401858

With it’s 2.7″ color touch screen and truly innovative and sophisticated features, the Sekonic Speedmaster L-858D-U leads the way to the next generation of light measurement control as the world’s first multi-function light meter for photographers and filmmakers. Leveraging over 60 years of experience in the image-making world with cutting-edge technology, the Sekonic Speedmaster L-858D-U has undergone a significant design change and boasts a comprehensive feature set sure to meet and exceed the demands of today’s photographers and filmmakers.

The first meter of its kind capable of measuring flash duration, while also being able to achieve an accurate ambient exposure reading in dimly lit scenes as low as 0.1 lx, the Sekonic L-858d-U provides image-makers of all levels with the critical exposure data they need to create stunning and beautiful imagery.

The first to provide wireless compatibility with Elinchrom, Phottix, and PocketWizard products, the Sekonic Speedmaster L-858D-U also provides ultimate control to photographers seeking a faster and more streamlined workflow. Limitless creative possibilities are within reach through the meter’s ability to measure High Speed Sync (HSS) and calculate proper ambient-flash exposure for precision flash exposure control.

With an increased light-sensitivity and extended ISO and Shutter Speed Ranges, the Sekonic Speedmaster L-858D-U enables all image-makers to obtain measurements in extremely low light and turn those readings into creative decisions. Finally, matching the high-ISO capabilities of today’s cameras, by accurately metering in low-light, is finally possible.

L-858D-U Speedmaster Light Meter – Technical Specifications

 

Measuring System

Incident light	Swivel head	Horizontal (270 degrees)
	Lumidisc	Retractable
Reflected ligthg	Switching incident/reflected	Operation on LCD
	Light receiving angle	1degree(built-in)
	Viewfinder(Optional)	No
Flash light	Multiple flash mode	Yes
	Cordless/cord-in mode	Yes
	Radio triggering mode PocketWizard	Yes (optional)
	Radio triggering mode Elinchrom Skyport	Yes (optional)
	Radio triggering mode Phottix	Yes (optional)
	Flash duration analysis mode	Yes
	HSS mode	Yes

Measuring Range(ISO100)

Ambient	Incident	EV	-5 to 22.9
	Reflected	EV	-1 to 24.4
	Option VF 1deg.	EV	No
	Option VF 5 deg.	EV	No
	Option VF 10 deg.	EV	No
	Illuminance	LUX	0.1 to 2,000,000 lx
		FC(Foot-Candle)	0.01 to 180,000 fc
	Luminance	Cd/m2	0.1 to 980,000 cd/m2
		FL(Foot-Lambert)	0.03 to 290,000 fl
Flash	Incident	F	F0.5 to F161.2(=128.9)
	Reflected	F	F1.0 to F161.2(=128.9)
	Option VF 1 deg.	F	No
	Option VF 5 deg.	F	No
	Option VF 10 deg.	F	No

Display Range

ISO Sensitivity	ISO		3 to 13,107,200
	ISO 2		No
Ambient	Aperture	Digital	F0.5 to 161.2(=128.9)
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3AV
		Decimal fraction	0 to 0.9(digital)
		Step	1/10AV
		Analog dot scale	Ｆ1.0 to 90
		Step	1/3 AV
	Shutter speed	Digital	30m to 1/64,000s
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3 TV
		Analog dot scale	4s to 1/2,000s
		Step	1/3 AV
	Frame Rate	Digital	1 to 1,000 f/s
	EV	Digital	-73.9 to 103.8 for incident -69.9 to 105.3 for reflected
		Analog dot scale	-3.0 to +3.0 EV for incident -7.0 to +7.0 EV for reflected
		Step	1/3 EV
	Lux	Digital	0.1 to 2,000,000 lx
		Step	2 significant digits
		Analog dot scale	0 to 1,000 lx
		Step	in 50 lx
		Analog dot scale	0 to 5,000 lx
		Step	in 250 lx
		Analog dot scale	0 to 25,000 lx
		Step	in 2,500 lx
	FC(Foot-candle)	Digital	0.01 to 180,000 fc
		Step	2 significant digits
		Analog dot scale	0 to 100 fc
		Step	in 5 fc
		Analog dot scale	0 to 500 fc
		Step	in 25 fc
		Analog dot scale	0 to 5,000 fc
		Step	in 250 fc
	Cd/m2	Digital	0.1 to 980,000 cd/m2
		Step	2 significant digits
		Analog dot scale	0 to 50 cd/m2
		Step	in 2.5 cd/m2
		Analog dot scale	0 to 250 cd/m2
		Step	in 12.5 cd/m2
		Analog dot scale	0 to 2,500 cd/m2
		Step	in 125 cd/m2
	FL(Foot-lambert)	Digital	0.03 to 290,000 fl
		Step	2 significant digits
		Analog dot scale	0 to 20 fl
		Step	in 1 fl
		Analog dot scale	0 to 100 fl
		Step	in 5 fl
		Analog dot scale	0 to 1,000 fl
		Step	in 50 fl
Flash	Aperture	Digital	F0.5 to 161.2(=128.9)
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3AV
		Analog dot scale	F0.1 to 90
		Step	1/3 AV
	Shutter speed	Digital	30m to 1/16,000s
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3TV
	EV	Digital	No
		Analog dot scale	-3.0 to +3.0 EV for incident -7.0 to +7.0 EV for reflected
		Step	1/3 EV
	Flash duration	Digital	1/40 to 1/55,500（25ms to 18us）

Setting Range

ISO Sensitivity		ISO	3 to 13,107,200 plus 850
		Step	1/3 SV
		ISO 2	No
		Step	No
Ambient	Aperture	F	F0.5 to 161
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3AV
	Shutter speed	T	30m to 1/64,000s plus 1/200, 1/400s
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3TV
	Shutter angle	degrees	1 to 358 deg. plus other 20 settings (customized from 0.001 to 360)
	Frame Rate	frame per second	1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, 18, 20, 23.976, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 32, 36, 40, 47.952, 48, 50, 59.94, 60, 64, 72, 75, 90, 96, 100, 120, 125, 128, 150, 180, 200, 240, 250, 256, 300, 360, 375, 500, 625, 750, 1000 plus other 20 settings (customized from 0.001 to 99,999.999)
Flash	Shutter speed	T	30m to 1/16,000s plus 1/75,  1/80,  1/90,  1/100,  1/200,  1/400s
		Step	1,  1/2,  1/3TV
	Flash duration	t value	0.1 to 0.9 (in 0.1 step)

Functions

Multiple cumulative	Yes(Unlimited)
Average	Yes
Shadow	No
High light	No
Zone System	No
Flash Analyzing	Yes(in 10% step)
Memory	Yes(9 times) both incident and spot
Memory clear	Yes (individually)
Contrast Function	Yes(+/-9.9EV in 1/10 step)
Film memory (ISO 2)	No
Filter compensation	Yes(-12 to 12EV)
Filter factor number compensation	Yes (preset 24 types plus 6 settings)
External receptor jack	No
USB port	Yes
Battery check	Yes
Auto power off	Yes (selectable.)
Under/Over exposure display	Yes
Exposure Warning Indicator	Yes
Exposure compensation	Yes(-9.9 to +9.9)
Calibration compensation	Yes(-1.0 to +1.0)
Exposure Profile	Yes
Dip switch (L-358/608)	No
Custom settings	Yes (17 items)
Synchro terminal	Yes
LCD backlight	Yes
Water registance	Yes
Switching incident/reflected	Yes (software)
Retractable lumisphere	Yes
Setting lock	Yes (Touch panel)
How to change setting	Touch panel operation
Diopter adjustment	Yes (-1 to 2.5 D)
Tripod socket	Yes

Others

Operating temperature	-10 to 50℃
Storage temperature	-20 to 60℃
Power source	1.5V x 2 (AA battery) and USB bus power
Weight	10.58 oz. (300 g)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	3.7 x 6.94 x 1.94 in. (93.9 x 176.3 x 49.4 mm)
LCD	2.4″ color dot matrix LCD

Standard Accessory

USB cable	No
CD-rom with Software & Manual	No (download from website)
Sticker for multi-key &/or CS operation	No
Quick Guide / Start Up Guide	Yes
Lens Cap	Yes
Strap	Yes
Synchro terminal cap	Yes (built-in)
Soft case	Yes
Anti glare film	Yes

Optional Accessory supplied

Booster	No
Mini light receptor	No
Viewfinder	No
Lumishphere	Yes
Lumidisc	Yes (same as Lumisphere)
Lumigrid	No
ND diffuser	No
Pin point receptor	No
Spot mask	No
Synchro cord	Yes
Radio wave triggering system	Yes
Step-up ring	Yes
18% Gray card (folded)	Yes
Exposure Profile Target / II	Yes

Item Includes

Start-up Guide, Strap, Lens Cap (Installed on the meter), Soft Case, Anti-glare sheet for LCD Screen, Safety precaution guide, USA warranty Card, 2AA batteries are not included