Meike MK-MT24 Macro Twin Lite Flash for Sony
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In this video I try the Meike MK-MT24 Macro Twin Lite Flash for Sony.
Sorry, I quite like your reviews, but if a manufacturer sends you an item for a genre of photography, Macro work, which you know nothing about - just send it back. This video is pretty pointless. Stick to what you know - you do that well.
You need a flash for macro, because these shots are taken at a higher f-stop to get your subject entirely in focus. Very useful for macro..
Exactly. A lot of the criticisms don't really apply to macro photography either; eg video light casting shadow. As for supplying step up rings for every conceivable lens, that would be a bit impractical. Interesting, if expensive, niche product.
These Kind of Twin or ring flashes,
Aren't too weight for modern, fragile lenses, as opposite to metal, rugged, vintage lenses?
No speed light will keep up at 10+ frames per second.
Jimmy Abshire Godox V860ii works with 10fps
B&H Photo specifies 1.5 seconds recycle time at full power. At what power setting did you achieve 10 fps functionality?
I User my one for Shootings and made a gif fein this pictures
And especially in HSS: who the hell is shooting in burst mode AND HSS????
I think you have the wrong idea of what high speed sync does. It has nothing to do with high speed shooting or burst modes. It has to do with being able to use flash at a shutter speed that is higher than the camera's top sync shutter speed without getting those black bands you would get with a non high speed sync flash.
That's why i took the shot at 1/4000 to see if it would fire. The other burst shots were to demonstrate the recycle time on the flashes.
I think you're missing the whole point of this flash setup. They look great for use with macro lenses, extension tubes, etc where you want a high f stop to give the best depth of field while still having a high shutter speed to freeze the movement of the little critters you're trying to photograph (like that ant!).
Wow, this thing is listed on Amazon for $300 for a Nikon. Will probably be the same price for Sony. That's quite a bit to not include any other filter size adapters.
It makes sense, the only thing is they don't include the 49mm filter thread adapter needed for the Sony 30mm Macro lens. So you have to use extension tubes with other lenses.
You can get a step up ring for less than $8 on Amazon. www.amazon.com/UltraPro-Step-Up-Adapter-Ring-Filter/dp/B009992UX8/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1526809884&sr=8-8&keywords=stepup+ring+49-52
agree that's an oversight by not providing a 49mm thread but you could just get a 49 to 52mm no problem
@@ArthurR All you'd need is a step-up ring adapter. a.co/d/d9wp5zL. FWIW, 49mm is pretty uncommon for macro lenses, so it's not a big surprise they omitted it from their kit. :)
How could you review something that you don't know which purpose has? A perfect review of how to don't make a review. It's a flash exclusively for macro photography and it's clear that you have no idea what are you talking about. I'm sorry, I'm pretty honest.
This is a flash for Macro photography, the light on top is not for video, it's to help AF. You also don't need to burst like that for macro photography. I think you reviewed it wrongly...
i bought mine, these reviewers who don't know about macro photography really shouldn't review something they arent too familiar with( or understand workarounds).
I'm mounting the flash heads on flexible twin arms, no need for lens adapting rings
on the burst mode side, for tiny flashes they were ok, who would expect a flash every frame?
“Why would you need flash for it” ?!? You lost me right there.
😂😂 I was literally about to write the same comment! I'm afraid this guy is no macro pro.
This is not how to use a macro flash. Bad review. Sorry
I agree with the comments below, no one shoots burst mode for macro ! And the box says "MACRO flash set" Duuuuurrrrrrrr
Most Of your dislikes are due to the fact that this device was not designed for use with your camera, and the rest because it doesn't seem like you know how it is supposed to be used correctly.. sorry to bust your chops!
Just buy cheap step up ring from 49 to 52 mm and be happy.
I remeber I had 49mm diameter lenses 40 years ago...somebody still producing such lenses? Most of micro 4/3 lenses have a bigger diameter...then spend a couple of dollars to buy a step up adapter and mount it on your 10 dollar lens
The more rings the more problems
High speed sync is not meant for bursts, you ought to know that. Every flash in high sync is a flash train needing full power.
Hi, have you anything manual, how i use the Groups and chanels? Wich is A or B or C. I dont understand correctly the manual that is bring by the Camera. What means the Symbol at the trigger LCD " Flash H+" ?? oder the" arrows >>> ??" That will be very useful to me. Thanks
Spend less time on unboxing a product and more time on it's features. For instance you said nothing about whether power levels can be controlled individually for each flash head giving one the ability to control shading and a 3D look. Most flashes of this type offer separate power controls for each head. High speed sync on a macro flash is mostly for freezing a fast moving subject, not for multiple frames, even though there are some powerful flashes that can do that. Asking why you need a flash for macro gives away your lack of understanding of macro photography. Anyways, nice to see what the flash looks like assembled and some of it's features.
It's for macro photography . Why review something you know nothing about. How do you have 103 k subs
haha... was thinkin the exact same thing (the know nothing about bit that is)
If it can be mounted off camera, then I would say “we have a winner.” Dose it allows different flash intensity. Cost, you forget to mention cost. Fantastic job as usual.
This flash is for MACRO photography... I wouldn't use it for any other purpose!
you had no idea
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The main hotshoe light isn't cut off because of the adapter. It's being cut off because of that weird flat top designed camera you have it mounted to. Normal DSLR's have a bump which lifts the flash well above the adapter.
I just bought this twin flash last September. Used it couple of times. But now, 1 of the twin flash showing Red light on the indicator and the other 1 turns off after it flickers light green on the indicator light for few times. Battery is brand new. Do you have any idea what's happening to my flashes?
Did you find the answer? Same problem I am having
Currently £354 on eBay.
My dentist uses these.
Can I have his contact Email? I am a dentist myself and want to buy this product and wanted to discuss with a dentist who uses this beforehand.. Would appreciate it alot
@@hmeraat9 same! looking to see what others are using as dental setups with the a6000 series of cameras. just picked up a a6400.
@@blaket2047 Same here, did you find anything out? Care to share?
@@hmeraat9 Have you used it yet? Im a dentist as well
@@iradhill81 me to! help me
the worst samples photos ever from you but thanks for review
by the way high speed sync means you can fire flash with higher shutter speeds then 180 or 250th of a second
Sony‘s number one macro lens is a 62mm so why would they make a 52mm attachment, seems strange to me
It looks beautiful with sigma 30mm f1.4
so great to see you still use the Sigma 30mm 1.4
Is it any good for an A6000 on 2018?
Absolutely, its an amazing lens, especially after the firmware update.
Only runs with batteries? They don't charge??
Is this flash work with Sony a7RIII ?
Good morning,
Today I buy MEIKE MK-MT 24. I shot maybe 20 pictures and now i have problem: indicator light MK-R 200 flickers green maybe 30 seconds and than off flash. This problem have both flashes. Where is problem? Batery dead? Or I broke flash? Please help me.
Thanks for answering
Good bye
Got it from AliExpress for 251$ 😎 cant wait to use it with my tokina 100mm
This would be great with the sony 30mm f3.5 macro
The 49mm adapter isnt included, so it wouldnt work.
TechnologyMafia surely step up rings should help with this? :)
What is the maximum shooting speed? Can you shoot more than 1/250 sec?
This would be awesome for low light weddings
Hi, how does Meike MK-24MT work after two years? Thanks
please
In general, I like your reviw videos and get lots of good info from them. Here, I feel pretty much missed the mark. This is a dedicated macro flash system, and a lot of your comments / criticisms had to do with uses not really applicable to macro, still photography. The one helpful thing I got from this review was that the unit works correctly on Sony a6xxx cameras. So, thanks for that.
Thanks This is interesting.
that is way out there....
I bought MEIKE MK-MT24 from Korea.Flash is mk-R200, and I lost a soft flash diffuser.Can I buy a soft flash diffuser separately?
Is Meike Mk-MT24 can use full function with Sony A7Mark iii + FE 50 mm f2.8 macro lens. My main purpose is use it for take a dental photograph. Thank you for your answer:)
And it look like Nikon SB-R1C1
Aditya Key at over half the price
These are mostly for macro photography, you should look more into the settings mostly used, higher F stop for more depth of field at higher magnifications, more light at higher speeds, not for burst, it mostly aids to freeze the motion of.you hand shakiness when using 1:1 or 2:1 etc
These are for macro shots, not sports so the flashes aren't really meant to keep up with the burst mode. You'd be using it like the box shows (bugs and tiny objects) and you might even want to go manual focus just to really dial in where you're trying to shoot and use a high number aperture which is why you'd need the light these give.
Will it work on a5000, having only internal flash? Or on old-style nex6?
looking lenses recomendation... I've been looking the videos all aournd, I need to do some theater video and photography. I choose de a6500 for 4k and for a lot of I have seen here... But my main issue is what couple of lenses. I know I need low ligth lenses. I have 2 scenario. Photography, I'll be close to the stage, about 4mts away, want to capture cristal clear the widest possible using the burst shooting of the a6500 to get most of the action. Which lens do you recommend?
And the second scenario is Video. From the sound booth at the teather or at least from 20mts away from the stage, I would need to zoom in to an area of the stage for about 4mt tall per 7 mts wide, the camera would be manual focus to avoid focus jumping with the ligths. What lense do you recomend for that? I really appreciate your advice, because I don't want to spend a lot of money choosing lenses that doesn't work at all :(, and of course, budget is always an issue...
Reminds me of Dexter
Better i start to watch again...
Meike are a good cheap alternative to the nikon ones, but the meike exposure is still unpredictable...
@6:46 ghost chair
@6:45
Those step up ring not gonna get your macro subject in focus
I'm assuming that maybe the batteries inside your flashes can't give power out quick enough to power the flashes?
Oh and nice review mate :)
That could be it!
You might want to try using some high quality eneloops - mind giving it a go and get back to us on it? Maybe a follow up video If neccacery?
Thumbs up!
Indiana USA.
:)
I've been comparing this to Nikon and Canon MK-MT24 and both Nikon and Canon have taller bodies. They do not have the same problem with the commander being too low. So I guess Meike did a lazy job and just converted the hot shoe to Sony without thinking about the commander flash being obstructed by that huge ring...
Great job on the video by the way.
Probably fits better on the A7 series that has a central viewfinder.
You could use a pc adapter
Can I use the light of the transceiver with the flash?
Like with any other flash it can fire at the same rate as the camera at low power.
This will good at food and toy photography.
I hope you review the Meke MK-420, i purchased this cause of your recommendations the other flashes. Works perfectly with my a6000 and couldn't be happier!
I did review the MK420 a few months ago!
TechnologyMafia must have missed it! Can you link it because I only see he review for the manual version :/
that is one dumb looking flash setup.
Well, Clu, I don't think you have a clue.
Hello, my nikon camera does not recognize the komander, what can I do
PC adapter
interesting product
Please review the Electric Ray E1 and the Sony coupler.
No thanks. 👎
I can't wait to see your sigma 70mm macro art review.
Not a bee a wasp
First XD
Thank you very much for your review TechnologyMafia!!! I have a Sony a6000 and a Sony FE 50 mm f/2.8 macro lens. I need to buy a flash for dental photography, and I am still not sure whether to buy the Yonguo ring flash yn 14-ex or this Meike MK-MT24. I would appreciate your recommendation!!
Maria, it is probably a bit too late to ask, but what have you ended up using for dental photography?
Nice Video :)
Looks ridiculous! Try a ring flash, it’s better.
Actually, this twin flash has much more lighting versatility than a ring flash. Lots more.