Using a Handheld Incident Light Meter for Better Photography

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Join me at Precision Camera / Anderson Lane to learn how to use a handheld incident light meter.

As you may know, your camera has a light meter in it and, while this light meter can do a remarkable job, many times this light meter can be fooled and your images don't turn out quite right. Maybe you've noticed working professionals using handheld light meters. These handheld light meters are different than the light meter in your camera because they measure the light falling on the subject (incident) instead of the light reaching your camera (reflected). The result is that the handheld light meter allows for more accurate, reliable and repeatable results compared with the camera's light meter.

In this class, you'll learn everything you need to know about using a handheld incident light meter to make better photos. Topics include:

• Understand how your camera sees light

• Understand how your camera can be tricked

• Functions and modes of the handheld light meter

• Using the handheld light meter for ambient (available light) exposure

• Understanding use of the handheld light meter to improve image contrast

• Using the handheld light meter for flash photography (OCF)

• Understanding use of the handheld light meter for blended ambient plus flash exposures (outdoor flash or indoor environmental portraits)

This class is oriented for for all levels. While bringing a light meter is not absolutely necessary, most people find that bringing a light meter is extremely helpful.

To learn more and register, visit https://www.precision-camera.com/how-to-use-your-meter/. Class cost is $59.