Metz mecablitz M400 Flash for Olympus/Panasonic Cameras

SKU: MZM400O

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2019-01-10T07:24:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent service

I received the unit in a very short time.

JOSE L.

2018-06-26T11:28:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Great alternative

Great little flash. Used it for graduation pictures as on camera in both TTL / Auto and manual...sufficient power for my needs. No regrets. Used with Fuji XT2 35mm f2.0

Jeoffrey B.

2018-01-22T07:46:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect mirrorless flash

Perfect exposure every time, recycle time is also short and Adorama delivered big time on saving, $ for this gem! As a godox(ad200 with triggers) I can say this little guy is more reliable at delivering the right exposure while on camera.

Iran R.

2017-05-21T16:25:42

Rated 4 out of 5

VERY GOOD FLASH UNIT

I really enjoy this METZ M400. The FLASH...Works very well in full AUTO, for my needs... I did the firmware down load which was easy to do. A Mid size compact flash which is very versatile.. A good alternate FLASH then getting the high end FUJIFILM brand.

RICHARD F.

2017-01-18T08:17:22

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice little flash

This is a great little flash. I also own the metz AF44-1. In comparison, much smaller and lighter, but nearly similar (although slightly less powerful) light output. Advantages over the AF44-1 include: - High Speed Sync! I use this on an older GX1 and I can put the shutter speed up all the way to 1/4000th. Note, at these high speeds, the flash become less effective and you need to bump up the flash power to compensate. HSS is only available with the flash on the hot-shoe, so no off camera flash tricks (yet - hss triggers are currently in development for the m4/3 system and I think Cactus already makes one for it). Not sure how this might work on other camera bodies with more advanced flash control capabilities. - Size, obviously. This helps these smaller cameras to be (and feel!) more balanced. - Servo mode. You can trigger the flash off camera using your camera's built in flash. It also has a learning mode for red-eye flash. - Two memory modes for access to most used settings (set one for indoor evening parties, and another for whatever else you want). - Several power steps, all the way down to 1/256 in 1/3 increments (AF44 stops at 1/64 of full power at whole increments) - Video LED with 6 brightness levels What doesn't this flash have? A flash test button. Weird, I know, but I haven't found a way to discharge the unit like most other flashes have. Not a big deal if you ask me, but a little weird still. You can get around that by mounting it on a remote trigger if you need to. The remote's test button will still trigger it (as it should, or a remote would be useless). What else doesn't it have? For better or worse, physical control buttons/dials. Pretty much every function is menu driven. This is in contrast to the AF44 which is pretty easy to control. The other consideration to this flash would be the Nissin i40. In comparison, they are almost the same flash, BUT the Nissin has physical control dials (1 for mode, 1 for power) and a test button. The Nissin also comes with a basic diffuser and a carrying case. The Metz (m400) comes with a small carrying pouch and its own table stand (the Nissin may also come with a stand - not sure). The menu system on the Metz isn't horrible. Once you have selected the mode you want, power is adjusted with the four way thumb pad to the right of the screen. Press up or down to change power (left bring up the mode menu, right bring up the options menu). Build quality is solid. It's definitely worth it, but the Nissin is basically the same flash with a different UI for $30-40 less. Some Amazon reviews have the Nissin breaking down early or having the actual flash mount break.

Omar C.

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Metz mecablitz M400 Specifications

  • Compatibility

    Olympus/Panasonic Cameras

  • Mount

    Shoe

  • Guide Number

    131.23' (40m) ISO100 at 105mm position

  • Exposure Control

    Manual, TTL

  • Vari-Power

    1/1 - 1/256

  • Bounce Head

    -9 deg. to +90 deg.

  • Swivel Head

    360 deg.

  • Coverage

    12mm - 105mm (Full frame)

  • Zoom Head

    Full Frame: 24mm - 105mm

  • Off-Camera Terminal

    No

  • Recycle Time

    Approximately 0.1 - 3.2 seconds

  • Flash Duration

    1/900 - 1/25000 sec

  • Flash-Ready Indicator

    Yes

  • Compensation

    -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)

  • Wireless Communication Channels

    4 Channels

  • Wireless Groups

    3 Groups

  • Power Source

    4x AA Alkaline, Lithium, Rechargeable NiMH Batteries

  • Dimensions (W x H x D)

    2.6 x 3.7 x 3.4" (66.04 x 93.98 x 86.36mm)

  • Weight

    7.76oz (219.99g)

  • UPC Code

    719821414681

12 Accessories for Metz mecablitz M400 Flash for Olympus/Panasonic Cameras

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  • Bounce & Diffusers (5)
  • Production Accessories (1)
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  • Softbox & Accessories (2)

About Metz mecablitz M400

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great alternative

By Jeoffrey B.

Great little flash. Used it for graduation pictures as on camera in both TTL / Auto and manual...sufficient power for my needs. No regrets. Used with Fuji XT2 35mm f2.0

Excellent service

By JOSE L.

I received the unit in a very short time.

The mecablitz M400 represents a new generation of compact flash systems. It is especially suited to mirrorless system cameras and is ideal for any photographers or film-makers looking for a convenient flash unit. The mecablitz M400 is also highly equipped and leaves nothing to be desired. The maximum guide number of 40 for ISO 100 is capable of handling almost all shooting situations. Versatile lighting options are provided by the motor zoom function (24-105 mm), the fully pivotable reflector with removable reflector card and the integrated wide-angle diffuser (12mm). The M400 is also ideal for wireless operation, be it TTL or servo. As for usability, the M400 also sets new standards with its innovative OLED display and its impressively tidy, simplified user interface.

The AUTO TTL operating mode enables the camera to fully automatically control the flash unit (turning on and flashing) and ensures the subject of your picture is put in the best light possible - perfect to those new to flash. The mecablitz can be synchronized with the first or second shutter curtain (irrespective of camera model) and it supports high-speed sync (HSS or FP). The new design of the mecablitz M400 not only looks timeless - the flash unit is always kept up-to-date via a USB interface for receiving firmware updates. The use of the product is intended for the illumination of photo shootings. It is not suitable for domestic room illumination.

Metz mecablitz M400 Features

  • Unique user concept
  • High-performance LED video light
  • USB Interface
  • Swivel reflector
  • Reflector card

What's in the box:

  • Metz mecablitz M400 Flash Unit with Integrated Wide-Angle Diffuser
  • Mounting Foot
  • Belt Pouch
  • Operating Instructions
  • Metz 1 Year Limited Warranty