
Sekonic 401-805 Slide Set for L-398 Light Meter
Optimize Your Light Metering with PrecisionThe Sekonic Slide Set for L-398 (401-805) is specifically designed for direct readout with L-398M & L-398A meters. This set ensures accurate and efficient light measurement in various photographic scenarios. The self-adhesive installation makes it ea...
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Overview
Optimize Your Light Metering with Precision
The Sekonic Slide Set for L-398 (401-805) is specifically designed for direct readout with L-398M & L-398A meters. This set ensures accurate and efficient light measurement in various photographic scenarios. The self-adhesive installation makes it easy to use and integrate into your existing equipment.
- Compatibility: L-398M & L-398A Meters
- Installation: Self-Adhesive
- Material: Plastic
- Color: Black
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.7 x 3.1 inches
- Weight: 3.2 ounces
Key Features
Specifications: Replacement slide set for L-398 Series, L-28C2 & L-28C meters, includes 9 calibrated exposure calculator slides, designed for analog dial integration, supplied with custom protective storage case.
Complete Replacement Set: Includes 9 precision-calibrated slides to support accurate exposure calculations across varied lighting conditions and film speed requirements.
Analog Meter Compatibility: Designed specifically for Sekonic L-398 Series, L-28C2 and L-28C light meters, ensuring proper fit and seamless integration with calculator dial systems.
Restores Meter Functionality: Ideal for replacing worn or missing slides to maintain reliable aperture and shutter speed interpretation for classic analog exposure workflows.
Protective Storage Case: Supplied with custom case to keep slides organized, secure, and protected during storage or transport between studio and location assignments.
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Provides a complete set of nine precision-calibrated exposure calculator slides for accurate light readings.
- Specifically designed to ensure seamless integration and compatibility with Sekonic L-398 Series, L-28C2, and L-28C light meters.
- Serves as an ideal replacement for slides that are worn, damaged, or lost, helping restore full meter functionality.
- Essential for photographers who rely on classic analog exposure workflows to achieve precise aperture and shutter speed interpretations.
- Comes with a custom protective storage case, keeping the slides organized, secure, and protected from damage during transport or storage.
👎 Cons
- This slide set is only compatible with specific Sekonic analog light meters (L-398 Series, L-28C2, L-28C), limiting its use to owners of these models.
- The set is designed for analog dial integration, which may not be relevant for photographers using modern digital light meters.
- The need for replacement slides suggests that the original components can wear out over time with regular use.
- While the storage case is protective, it adds another item to manage alongside the light meter itself.
- The functionality of these slides is specific to exposure calculations, offering no other features for photographic workflow.