Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun

Specification

• Compact flashgun with a guide no of 36m with ISO 100.
• Non dedicated flashgun.
• Ideal for cameras such as Fuji Finepix S9600, S100FS and S200EXR which have a single pin non dedicated hotshoe.
• Zoom and bounce head.
• Powered by 4x AA batteries (not included).
• Dimensions: approx 73 x 110 x 87 mm (L x H x D).
• Weight (without batteries): approx 205 grams.

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Reviewed by Tony Ford

Date Added: Friday 13 May, 2011

The flash gun is inexpensive and is contained in a well made robust plastic case although the ISO slider on the back seems to come out of its runner if not entirely straight when it is moved. The auto cut off feature attempts to automate the flash by cutting off dependent on the amount of light reflected from the surface of the subject. This works relatively well. It has 3 settings dependent on what sensitivity you have set but I found these to cut off too late, causing over exposure so it is necessary to set it one setting lower than you need or set the aperture down one stop. The instructions have no diagrams and are a little hard to follow, but the set up of the flash is very similar to most other manual flash guns I have used so, with a little playing around you can soon get a well exposed picture. It has a low trigger voltage so I guess it is suitable for most digital cameras. Far cheaper than a TTL flash and good value for money if you have a non TTL hot shoe.

Rating: [4 of 5 Stars!]

Reviewed by P Baranowski

Date Added: Friday 01 April, 2011

Metz 36 C-2 is my first external flashgun. I am extremely happy with my purchase. It just does magic in low-light conditions. One the bad note though, the instruction manual is not covering too much of the technique required to use it - you will need to know the stuff already, or have an access to information sources. Overall, extremely happy with my purchase. For that price (?60 at the time), you can't go wrong. I am using it with Finepix HS10.

Rating: [4 of 5 Stars!]

Reviewed by Michael Roe

Date Added: Friday 23 January, 2009

Value for money! Fairly simple to use! Well known make! Stylish design! If I should ever need to buy another Flashgun Metz will definately be the first name I type into the search engine. ps. Thank you, Bristol Cameras, for recomending this model, you was not wrong! Michael Roe. Tamworth Staffs.

Rating: [5 of 5 Stars!]

FAQs

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Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 16th July 2010
Question: Is the Metz 36 C-2 suitable for use with the Fuji Finepix HS10?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, yes the Metz 36 C-2 will work on the Fuji Finepix HS10 camera.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 14th January 2010
Question: Is the Metz 36 C-2 suitable for my Fuji S9500?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, yes the Metz 36 C-2 would be ideal for the Fuji Finepix S9500 digital camera.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 17th September 2009
Question: Will the Metz 36-C2 be suitable for use with my Canon SX10 IS?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, it would work however you would be much better off with a dedicated flashgun such as the Metz 36 AF-4 which would give you better results.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 9th March 2009
Question: Hi, do you know the trigger voltage of this unit? Many thanks!
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, according to Metz UK the trigger voltage is 6 volts.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 23rd January 2009
Question: Is this okay for a Fuji S100FS?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, yes as the Fuji S100FS has a single pin non dedicated, the 36 C-2 is ideal.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 12th October 2008
Question: Is the Metz 36 C-2 compatible with a Canon 350D SLR camera?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, the 36 C-2 would not be suitable as it is a non dedicated flashgun and the EOS 350D requires a dedicated flashgun to give the best results. Have a look at the Metz 28 AF-3, 36 AF-4, 48 AF-1 or 58 AF-1 flashguns which are all available in Canon fitting.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 14th September 2008
Question: Does the Metz 36-C2 fit the Canon S5 IS? How many pins does the Metz 36 have?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, the Metz 36 C-2 is a non dedicated flashgun so just has the single hotshoe pin. The Canon S5 IS has a dedicated hotshoe so you would require a dedicated flashgun such as the Metz 36 AF-4 or Metz 48 AF-1.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 13th September 2008
Question: Will the Metz 36-C2 be suitable for use with my Panasonic Lumix FZ50 digital camera?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, the Panasonic FZ50 has a dedicated hotshoe so you would be better off going for the Metz 48 AF-1 in Olympus / Panasonic fitting as this will give you TTL flash photography.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 23rd September 2007
Question: I've got a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ30 and I'm looking for a good medium range compatible flashgun. I've been considering the Metz 36 C2, would this meet my needs, or can you suggest a suitable alternative?
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, as the Panasonic FZ30 only has a single hotshoe contact the Metz 36 C2 would be ideal as a good compact flashgun. Another alternative if you require a more powerful unit would be the Metz 44 MZ2 which will be on our site shortly at £155 inc VAT.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Date Added: 11th September 2007
Question: Is this the best flash for the fuji 9600.Thanks for your help.
Bristol Cameras Answer: Hi, yes this flash would be perfect for cameras with a single pin hotshoe mount such as the Fuji Finepix S9600.

Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Question: Is the Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun in stock?

Bristol Cameras Answer: As per most accessories listed on this website we do not have the resources to maintain stock info on several thousand smaller items. We keep many of the accessories on our site in stock and even if we don't have the Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun in stock, it is likely that it will be available from suppliers within 2-3 working days.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Question: How much does delivery of the Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun cost?

Bristol Cameras Answer: This depends on the total value of your order and the shipping destination. For more information on delivery costs click here.
Metz 36 C-2 Flashgun Question

Question: Can you send parcels to me outside of the UK?

Bristol Cameras Answer: Unfortunatley, as a fraud preventative measure we can only send your parcel to the registered card holders address which must be in the UK (including Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands), we do not send goods outside of the UK.
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