Used Kenko KFM-1100 Professional Ambient & Flash Light Meter

SKU: METKNKFM1100

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2021-11-29T15:33:35

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice light meter

I have been using this for years. Always works. I have had no issues with mine.

Kirk S.

2021-08-01T16:09:28

Rated 4 out of 5

Light meter

Nice meter but it?s not in 3rd stops can?t seem to change the stops to my camera other then that it?s nice

Walter A.

2020-10-19T09:49:54

Rated 1 out of 5

Big disappointment

Have used the Minolta Autometer IV for years — the precursor to this Kenko meter — and rely on its ease of use. It's designed to be held securely at virtually any angle while metering. It may look boxy like the Gossen and Sekonic competition but it's worlds apart in actual use. The swiveling head makes a huge difference. Unfortunately, the Kenko I received was about .8 stops off (as compared to my other meters including two recently serviced and calibrated Minoltas). Obviously, that's not acceptable by any standard. Please note that the Kenko is not adjustable (as in user-calibration), unlike the Minolta and others. Perhaps I was sent a bad sample, the only bad sample, but who wants to be responsible for sorting that out. So, a real disappointment.

PETER J.

2018-08-20T12:55:28

Rated 5 out of 5

Great, Simple Meter

LOVE this meter. Great price and super easy to use!

Mark H.

2018-02-14T12:07:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Nice meter for fair price

Works great - simple - does what it is supposed to

Russell M.

2017-08-03T14:51:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Just read the manual and you'll be fine!

I found a few quirks of using it like when changing to CINE mode (FPS) you have to hit the power button off/on and then you can use CINE mode, etc....same with switching it back to Time. (Unless I missed something in the manual.) After that all was smooth.

ALLEN F.

2017-08-01T12:03:33

Rated 4 out of 5

Kenko KFM-1100 Professional Ambient & Flash Light Meter

I like taking the guess work out of metering. This defiently helps!

CINDY T.

2016-11-15T15:13:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Loving my Kenko

I don't have much experience with other brands. This works great for me. Pretty rugged, too.

TED P.

2011-03-30T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent ambient and flash meter

The design was bought from the loss of Konica Minolta. THis meter is a duplicate of the IV-F in every way. The other reviewer is wrong, all the same accessory viewers and parts are available, but not cheaply, for certain. It can do accumulative reads, mixed light source reads, and has interdependent redundancy selective uses. Go for it with full confidence. Excellent instrument!

Right O.

Kenko KFM-1100 Specifications

General

General

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  • Meter Type

    Spot Metering Capability, Flash Meters, Multi-Function

  • Tripod Mounting Thread

    No

  • Display

    LCD

  • Media Card Reader

    No

Metering

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  • Light Reading Method

    Incident

  • Aperture Range

    f/1 to 128 (1/10-Step Increments)

  • ISO Range

    3 to 8000

  • Shutter Speed Range

    1/8000 to 30 Minutes

Battery

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  • Battery Type

    One AA-Alkaline Dry-cell

Physical Details

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  • Dimensions

    2.25 x 6.2 x 1" / 57 x 157 x 26 mm

  • Weight

    4.7 oz / 135.0 g (without Battery)

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About Kenko KFM-1100 Professional Ambient & Flash Light Meter

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Excellent ambient and flash meter

By Right O.

The design was bought from the loss of Konica Minolta. THis meter is a duplicate of the IV-F in every way. The other reviewer is wrong, all the same accessory viewers and parts are available, but not cheaply, for certain. It can do accumulative reads, mixed light source reads, and has interdependent redundancy selective uses. Go for it with full confidence. Excellent instrument!

Just read the manual and you'll be fine!

By ALLEN F.

I found a few quirks of using it like when changing to CINE mode (FPS) you have to hit the power button off/on and then you can use CINE mode, etc....same with switching it back to Time. (Unless I missed something in the manual.) After that all was smooth.

Take your photography to the next level with the KENKO KFM-1100 Professional Ambient & Flash Light Meter, a user-friendly, precision instrument designed for both ambient and flash light readings. This hand-held light meter is equipped with a minimalist design featuring clearly marked buttons, making it intuitive and quick to master.

The KFM-1100's ergonomic design fits comfortably in your hand, allowing you to focus on your subject rather than your equipment. Its large, easy-to-read LCD display presents measurements in F number format with large numbers in 1/10 stop increments, and a pointer scale across the top of the LCD display shows more common 1/2 stop increments.

This versatile light meter is sensitive enough to measure ambient light for a shutter speed range from 30 minutes to 1/8000 of a second. In Cine mode, it can read frame-rates from 8 to 128 frames per second, making it a valuable tool for videographers as well as photographers.

For flash measurements, the KFM-1100 offers modes to trigger the flash using a sync-cord or set to non-sync cord for manual flash triggering. The aperture range that can be displayed is from f/1.0 to f/128, providing a wide range of lighting options.

The KFM-1100 also features an "Analyze" function, perfect for mixed flash/ambient lighting situations. This function determines the ratio of ambient to flash light in a scene, a handy feature when a flash is used to illuminate shadowed areas left by natural light.

The meter's "Calculation" function can average stored measurements, a useful feature for reflected light measurements to capture highlight or shadow detail more accurately. The KFM-1100 also offers two memory "slots" to store previous measurements that can be recalled for reference or averaging.

In summary, the KENKO KFM-1100 Professional Ambient & Flash Light Meter is a versatile, easy-to-use tool designed to help photographers and videographers achieve the perfect lighting for their shots.

Kenko KFM-1100 Professional Ambient & Flash Light Meter Features

  • Professional hand-held light meter for accurate ambient and flash light readings
  • User-friendly design with clearly marked buttons for easy operation
  • Large, easy-to-read LCD display with measurements in F number format
  • Versatile Cine mode for reading frame-rates from 8 to 128 frames per second
  • "Analyze" function for determining the ratio of ambient to flash light in mixed lighting situations
  • "Calculation" function to average stored measurements for accurate reflected light readings

Key Features

  • Achieve perfect exposure with this Kenko light meter, ensuring accuracy in every shot.
  • Quickly measure ambient and flash lighting with a fast response for on-the-go photography.
  • This durable light meter offers spot metering capability for precise light readings.
  • Enjoy a wide range of aperture and ISO settings for ultimate control in diverse conditions.
  • Easy-to-use interface on this light meter helps photographers of all levels get great results.
  • Get good value with this multi-function light meter, a must-have tool for photo enthusiasts.