Metz 58 AF-1 Expert Reviews

The Metz 58 AF-1 Digital hotshoe flash introduces a new feature to the flash category. Users can update its firmware by connecting the flash gun, via USB, to a computer. This dedicated GN58m @ ISO 100 unit has a tilting zoom head that covers 18mm ...

A versatile third-party flashgun that works a treat for photographers who want a lot of power....

USB socket / firmware upgrade possibilities

Unintuitive digital interface

The Metz is a versatile third-party flashgun that works a treat for photographers who want a lot of power. Time will tell how useful the USB socket and firmware upgrades are, but this could well be the only flash you ever need to buy.

The Metz 58 AF-1 is an excellent independent flash that not only gives you a bounce and auto zoom head, it also fires out a powerful GN58 covering lenses up to 105mm. All this for £250 makes the 58 AF-1 really good value.

In September 2006, announced at Photokina, the mecablitz Metz 58 AF-1 digital now &

Most SLR cameras have built-in lightning, but they are as matches against Metz light bowler .

Separate lightning are available in various sizes and price ranges. Some are relatively weak, but sufficient to light up an ordinary room, while others may highlight other end of a sports hall if needed

Most of mirror reflections have a built-in flash, but it is like a match compared to this headlamp from Metz

Full D / i-TTL integration; with Nikon cameras; Full E-TTL II integration; with Canon cameras; Thurs reflectors; Silent charge;

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A separate flash comes in all sizes and price ranges. Some are relatively weak, but extends to illuminate a common living quarters, while others can shed light on the other end of a sports hall if necessary. The German specialist flash Metz, has for decad...