Key Features
- Measures both ambient and flash light with professional accuracy
- Incident and 40° reflected light metering capabilities
- Dedicated Photo, Cine, and HD Cine metering modes
- Supports frame rates from 8 to 128 fps for video production
- Flash metering with corded and cordless triggering options
- Wide ISO range from ISO 3 to 8000, plus ISO 850 setting
- Auto-backlit LCD display for low-light operation
- Compact pocket-sized design weighing only 99.8 g
- Calibration compensation and custom settings functions
- Operates on a single AA battery for extended field use
Product Description
The Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Digital Light Meter is a professional exposure meter designed for photographers, filmmakers, cinematographers, and content creators who require precise lighting measurements. Combining incident, reflected, and flash metering into a compact handheld device, the L-308X-U delivers reliable exposure readings for both studio and location work.
The meter features three dedicated operating modes: Photo Mode for still photography, Cine Mode for professional cinematography, and HD Cine Mode optimized for DSLR and mirrorless video production. Users can select frame rates and shutter angles while maintaining exposure accuracy to one-tenth of a stop.
A sliding lumisphere allows instant switching between incident and reflected metering. The Flashmate also supports both corded and cordless flash measurement, making it ideal for portrait, commercial, fashion, product, and studio photography. Its compact design fits easily into a camera bag or pocket, providing professional light measurement wherever your assignment takes you.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | L-308X-U Flashmate |
| Meter Type | Ambient & Flash Light Meter |
| Metering Methods | Incident & Reflected |
| Reflected Metering Angle | 40° |
| Flash Metering | Corded & Cordless |
| ISO Range | ISO 3–8000 + ISO 850 |
| Ambient Range | EV 0 to EV 19.9 (ISO 100) |
| Flash Range | f/1.0 to f/90.9 |
| Shutter Speed Range | 60 sec to 1/8000 sec |
| Flash Sync Range | 1 sec to 1/500 sec |
| Cine Frame Rates | 8–128 fps |
| Shutter Angles | 45°–360° |
| Display | LCD with Auto Backlight |
| Connection | PC Sync Terminal |
| Battery | 1 × AA Battery |
| Dimensions | 4.3 × 2.5 × 0.9" (109 × 64 × 23 mm) |
| Weight | 99.8 g (3.5 oz) |
What's Included
- Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Digital Light Meter
- Lumisphere Attachment
- Soft Case
- Strap
- User Manual
- Limited Manufacturer Warranty
Ideal Applications
- Studio flash photography
- Portrait photography
- Commercial photography
- Product photography
- Film photography
- Cinematography
- Video production
- Lighting setup and balancing
- Location scouting for filmmakers
Professional Insights
The L-308X-U is widely regarded as one of the best all-around light meters available thanks to its combination of incident, reflected, flash, and cine metering in a compact form factor. Industry reviews consistently praise its accuracy, portability, and versatility for both photographers and videographers.
For photographers learning off-camera flash, the Flashmate is particularly useful for establishing lighting ratios and achieving consistent exposures without relying solely on camera histograms or trial-and-error adjustments.
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Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Digital Light Meter – Compact Ambient, Flash & Cine Exposure Meter
- Product Code: Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Digital Light Meter
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$259.76
Key Features
- Measures both ambient and flash light with professional accuracy
- Incident and 40° reflected light metering capabilities
- Dedicated Photo, Cine, and HD Cine metering modes
- Supports frame rates from 8 to 128 fps for video production
- Flash metering with corded and cordless triggering options
- Wide ISO range from ISO 3 to 8000, plus ISO 850 setting
- Auto-backlit LCD display for low-light operation
- Compact pocket-sized design weighing only 99.8 g
- Calibration compensation and custom settings functions
- Operates on a single AA battery for extended field use
Product Description
The Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Digital Light Meter is a professional exposure meter designed for photographers, filmmakers, cinematographers, and content creators who require precise lighting measurements. Combining incident, reflected, and flash metering into a compact handheld device, the L-308X-U delivers reliable exposure readings for both studio and location work.
The meter features three dedicated operating modes: Photo Mode for still photography, Cine Mode for professional cinematography, and HD Cine Mode optimized for DSLR and mirrorless video production. Users can select frame rates and shutter angles while maintaining exposure accuracy to one-tenth of a stop.
A sliding lumisphere allows instant switching between incident and reflected metering. The Flashmate also supports both corded and cordless flash measurement, making it ideal for portrait, commercial, fashion, product, and studio photography. Its compact design fits easily into a camera bag or pocket, providing professional light measurement wherever your assignment takes you.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | L-308X-U Flashmate |
| Meter Type | Ambient & Flash Light Meter |
| Metering Methods | Incident & Reflected |
| Reflected Metering Angle | 40° |
| Flash Metering | Corded & Cordless |
| ISO Range | ISO 3–8000 + ISO 850 |
| Ambient Range | EV 0 to EV 19.9 (ISO 100) |
| Flash Range | f/1.0 to f/90.9 |
| Shutter Speed Range | 60 sec to 1/8000 sec |
| Flash Sync Range | 1 sec to 1/500 sec |
| Cine Frame Rates | 8–128 fps |
| Shutter Angles | 45°–360° |
| Display | LCD with Auto Backlight |
| Connection | PC Sync Terminal |
| Battery | 1 × AA Battery |
| Dimensions | 4.3 × 2.5 × 0.9" (109 × 64 × 23 mm) |
| Weight | 99.8 g (3.5 oz) |
What's Included
- Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Digital Light Meter
- Lumisphere Attachment
- Soft Case
- Strap
- User Manual
- Limited Manufacturer Warranty
Ideal Applications
- Studio flash photography
- Portrait photography
- Commercial photography
- Product photography
- Film photography
- Cinematography
- Video production
- Lighting setup and balancing
- Location scouting for filmmakers
Professional Insights
The L-308X-U is widely regarded as one of the best all-around light meters available thanks to its combination of incident, reflected, flash, and cine metering in a compact form factor. Industry reviews consistently praise its accuracy, portability, and versatility for both photographers and videographers.
For photographers learning off-camera flash, the Flashmate is particularly useful for establishing lighting ratios and achieving consistent exposures without relying solely on camera histograms or trial-and-error adjustments.
Tags:SekonicL-308X-UFlashmateLight MeterDigital Light MeterExposure MeterFlash MeterIncident MeterReflected MeterPhotography EquipmentStudio LightingCinematographyVideo ProductionFilm PhotographyProfessional Lighting Tool
