Flash synchronisation, Normal synchronisation | Metz 34 AF-3M

6. Flash synchronisation

Different modes of ﬂash synchronisation are pos- sible, depending on the camera model. Please refer to the camera’s operating instructions to ﬁnd out how the individual modes of synchronisation are set on the camera.

6.1 Normal synchronisation

This mode is available with all TTL cameras, and it is suitable for most ﬂash shots. With normal synchronisation, switching to the camera’s ﬂash sync shutter speed is automatic. The shutter speed may vary from 1/30th and 1/300th seconds, depending on the camera model. Please refer to the camera’s operating instructions for further details.

6.2 Slow-synchronisation

Some cameras feature speciﬁc exposure pro- grams for slow-synchronisation.

Flash shots at low lighting levels and fast shutter speeds (normal ﬂash sync speed) can often result in overexposed subjects in front of a very dark back-ground.

The slow-sync function allows the use of slow shutter speeds right up to 30 seconds, to signiﬁ- cantly enhance the background as a result of the extra ambient light. Such shots require a tripod to prevent camera shake. Please refer to the came- ra’s operating instructions for further details.

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Metz 34 AF-3M operating instructions Flash synchronisation, Normal synchronisation, Slow-synchronisation

Contents

Mecablitz 34 AF-3 M Dear Customer Foreword Contents Do not dispose of spent batteries with domestic rubbish Safety instructionsDo not short-circuit batteries! Danger of Explosion Disposal of batteries Loading and exchanging batteries Power supplyPreparing the mecablitz for use Mounting/Removing the ﬂashgun Automatic ﬂashgun switch-off Switching the ﬂashgun on and off Setting the mecablitz into operationFeatures this function Correct-exposure indication see ﬁg Flashgun instructions to the cameraFlash-ready indication Automatic ﬂash sync speed control Displays Meaning Viewﬁnder TTL ﬂash control Slow-synchronisation Flash synchronisationNormal synchronisation Second curtain synchronisation Rear Flash in the A, S and M modes Auto program mode with ﬂash P-functionFlash in the individual camera modes Only the central AF sensor is supported Autofocus measuring ﬂashAF red-light beam Exposure correction Flash techniques and ﬂash functionsFill-in ﬂash Guiding edge Case gap Lighting and attachmentsMounting and removing the attachments Forming the ﬂash capacitor Care and maintenance TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Switch off the ﬂashgun with the main switch Number of ﬂashes Flash recycling time Technical dataColour temperature approx K Synchronization Flash duration Sticker can be applied to the back of the ﬂashgun Lighting distances