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LightMate Area 2S+ OV-X1 17°
LightMate Area 2S+ OV-X1 17°
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Overview
LightMate Area 2S is a compact reflected ambient light digital exposure meter designed for film cameras. It measures the brightness of your subject and converts it into precise aperture and shutter speed values. With a 17° selective-angle metering pattern and a detachable optical metering viewfinder, it offers an experience close to using a spot meter—allowing you to quickly and accurately target your subject for confident, creative exposures.
What's in the Box
LightMate Area 2S Main Unit x1
OV-X1 / OV-X2 Metering Viewfinder x1
Cold Shoe Mount x1
USB-C Charging Cable x1
Screwdriver x1
Pouch x1
User Manual & Sticker
Key Features
Next-Generation Upgrades:
-Magnetic Filter Mount – Attach accessories like the incident light dome.
-2nd Generation Ball-Lock Secure Shoe – Wobble-free fit on your camera.
-Single-Stage Metering Button – Simplified from two-stage for faster operation.
-vfPort Interface – Enables attachment of metering viewfinders for enhanced precision.
17° Selective-Angle Metering
-Narrow metering angle provides spot-meter-like accuracy.
-Detachable optical viewfinder allows precise subject targeting.
Digital Depth of Field Scale
-Quickly calculate depth of field range.
-Supports Full-frame, Half-frame, APS-C, Medium Format, and Large Format.
Digital ND Filter Compensation
-Compensates for ND filters attached to your camera lens (ND2–ND1000).
Switchable Interface
-Choose between Classic Digital dial face and Classic Dial Wheel interface.
-Classic Dial Wheel displays 3 sets of exposure combinations.
Average Metering Mode
-Meter along a continuous path to obtain average exposure values.
Flip Screen Display
-Optimized for cameras with bottom-mounted hot shoes (e.g., Rollei 35).
USB-C Rechargeable
-Built-in 110mAh battery, charges via USB-C.
-Can also be reverse-charged using your phone.
-20+ hours battery life; 6 hours in continuous metering mode (≈21,600 readings).
Installation Requirements
1.Your camera must allow manual, independent control of aperture and shutter speed.
2.Your camera must have a hot shoe or accessory shoe.
Product Comparison
| Model | LightMate Area 2S + OV-X1 17° (6622) | LightMate Area 2S + OV-X2 17° (6322) |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Lens Material | Glass | Glass |
| Available Color | Silver body with black accents | Silver body with black accents |
| Features | Compact vintage round design, Reversible mounting | Compact modern square design, Includes composition frame lines |
| Metering Field Angle | Approx. 17° (135mm equivalent) | Approx. 17° (135mm equivalent) |
| Maximum Field Angle | Approx. 30° (80mm equivalent) | Approx. 84° (24mm equivalent) |
| Metering Area Frame | Real-image black frame | Virtual-image bright frame |
| Composition Frame Lines | Not available | 28mm, 35mm, 50mm |
| Cold Shoe Position | Centered | Centered / Bottom-mounted |
Product Shots
It can be directly installed on a flat top rangefinder camera, such as types of Barnack cameras.
The front and rear mirrors of the viewfinder are coated with multiple layers of anti reflective coating, making the viewfinder clearer. Purple coating is magical and beautiful.
The viewfinder frame is black, the center circle of the black frame is 17° metering area.
Equivalent 135 format with a focal length of approximately 135mm.
Large eyepieces provide a better viewing experience, making you less fatigued!
A small objective lens allows you to focus on the view, just like appreciating a painting on a wall.
Switch the LightMate Area 2S to the "Classic Dial" face on the M-series film camera.
The volume of LightMate Area 2S is not large, and its minimalist design can be paired with most cameras.
Product Dimensions
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | LightMate Area 2S |
| Product Type | Ambient Light Digital Meter |
| Model Number | 9832 |
| Light Reception | Reflected Light, Approx. 17° |
| Sensing Element | Silicon Photodiode Array |
| Metering Modes | Aperture Priority / Shutter Priority / EV Metering |
| Metering Range (ISO100) | EV -1.1 to EV 21 |
| Metering Accuracy | ±0.1 EV |
| ISO Support | 1–8000 |
| Shutter Speed | 60s – 1/8000s |
| Aperture | f/1 – f/64 |
| Exposure Compensation | -2 EV to +2 EV (0.5 EV steps) |
| Screen | 0.96" OLED, 128x64 pixels |
| Battery | Built-in 110mAh Li-Po, USB-C charging (~1 hour) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C ~ 60°C |
| Dimensions (with shoe) | 38mm × 29.5mm × 18mm |
| Weight | 26g |
Q&A Highlights
Q: What is the function of the metering viewfinder?
A: It allows you to align frame lines with your subject for precise metering, preventing errors from unwanted elements entering the metering area.
Q: Can the viewfinder be used for composition?
A: Yes, the OV-X2 features 28mm, 35mm, and 50mm bright composition frame lines and can be used as a camera viewfinder. The OV-X1 has a circular field and is for metering only.
Q: Why are my metering results different from my camera's?
A: Differences can arise from optical axis alignment, metering angle, metering mode, and ISO calibration variations. This is normal for any external meter. For best results, avoid direct comparison with digital camera TTL metering.
Compatibility & Support
Warranty: 1-year warranty for the LightMate main unit and OV-X1/OV-X2 viewfinders.
Compatibility Note: Unsure if it fits your camera? Send a photo of your camera's hot shoe to customer service for assistance! :)
Official Website: Lightmate.pro
(Manuals, firmware, firmware update guides, operation tutorials, and more)
