Description
70th Anniversary Edition
On June 1st, 1951, “Seiko Electronic Co. Ltd” the predecessor company of Sekonic, started manufacturing and selling light meters. We are immensely humbled and proud to be celebrating our 70th Anniversary in 2021.
“For 70 years, we have designed and manufactured the most innovative and sophisticated light measuring instruments in the Photographic and Cine/Video industry. Our commitment to meet and exceed the demands and expectations of our customers continues with more passion than ever. Sekonic is a company that never wants to forget where it comes from, while still focusing on innovative products for the future,” said Kenji Sawai, Director and COO of Sekonic.
A timeless classic
Over the years, one product became the symbolic hallmark of the Sekonic brand, the Studio Deluxe series. Today, the L-398A Studio Deluxe III continues to be a favorite of traditional photographers, educators, and seasoned cinematographers.
We are honored and appreciative, that you have invested in a piece of our long history and wish you continued success and passion, as you celebrate the art and creativity of the still and moving image.
The Sekonic L-398A’s swivel head allows you to hold down the metering button and “walk the set” to check light levels. Release the button, and the needle locks down the meter’s analog display needle for easy-to-read exposure calculations. Exposures are displayed for both still and cine applications.
Incident measurements can be taken with the over 180-degree Lumisphere for general readings of three-dimensional objects, or with the Lumidisc selective area readings, measuring the lighting ratios between highlights and shadow areas or light falling on flat-field objects such as artwork, measurements outdoors or under bright studio lights.
For reflected readings, a flat Lumigrid replaces the Lumisphere.
If you plan on shooting with a fixed ISO and shutter speed, an optional Slide Set (Direct Reading Slides) that make it easier to take readings in fast-paced shooting scenarios.
The Sekonic L-398A Studio Deluxe III makes an ideal prime or back-up meter for still or motion picture shooters.
What’s in the box
- Sekonic L-398A Studio Deluxe lll 70th Annviersary Edition
- Start-up guide
- High-slide
- Lumisphere (For Decoration with rose gold ring)
- Lumisphere (For Measurement with black ring) (attached to the meter)
- Lumidisc
- Lumigrid
- Special leather case and neck strap
- Display box
- Greeting Letter
- Safety Precaution
- CE Distributor List
- Warranty year depends on each country.
The L-398A 70th Anniversary Edition is not returnable except in cases of malfuction covered under warranty.
