Sekonic L-398A Light Meter Studio Deluxe III (401-399)

welcome to the sekonic studio deluxe 3l 398 a quick start video the sekonic l 398 a is still a favorite with photographers and cinematographers the world over due to its pure analog experience in this video we'll help you set up and use the L 398 a to take ambient light meter readings let's get started the sekonic l 398 a uses an amorphous photocell that generates its own power so there is no need for a battery it is ready to go right out of the box the L 398 a makes light measurements using a simple meter needle the measurements are then transferred to a computer dial for exposure settings before making readings press and turn the silver stopper button in the center of the dial until the dot is top dead center and the button pops up when you lift your finger off of it this will lock the meter needle in place metering ambient light ambient light is any form of continuous light for examp