Pre-Owned - Gossen Sixtomat 2 Electronic Light Meter Exposure
The Gossen Sixtomat 2 Electronic is a classic vintage, German-made analog handheld exposure meter featuring a high-sensitivity CdS (Cadmium Sulfide) photocell designed for precise ambient light metering. It acts as a highly capable tool for film photographers who prefer a mechanical workflow over digital tools.
Key Specifications & Features:
Measurement Modes: Supports both reflected light (measuring light bouncing off the subject) and incident light (measuring light falling on the subject via a built-in translucent white diffuser dome).
Sensor Type: Cadmium Sulfide (CdS) electronic cell. It provides significantly better low-light sensitivity than older selenium-cell meters, though it requires a battery to function.
Calculator Interface: A comprehensive, rotating analog match-needle dial that calculates shutter speeds, apertures (f-stops), and Cine (frames per second) settings across various film speeds.
Power Source: Originally engineered around vintage mercury batteries, modern operators usually use a 1.35V zinc-air battery (such as a Wein Cell MRB625) or a silver-oxide alternative with an adapter to ensure the voltage matches for accurate exposure tracking.
