I am looking to buy a light meter for use in a photography studio, can you recommend one and a place to buy?

Question

i am becoming a photography student so would like a reasonably priced one!!

Answer 1

I have used the same Minolta multi-meter for over 15 years.  It offers all the features you will ever need both now and in the present:  Incident meter, flash meter, and with accessory, reflecting meter.  Sekonic offers one as well (around $250), but the price, when amortized over it's life will be one of the best investments you can make in photography.

Answer 2

Either of these Minolta meters would be a good choice:

Spot Meter F - can also be used as a flash meter

Auto Meter IIIF - incident meter or flash meter

I bought mine on eBay.

Answer 3

This is the one my school recommended to us:

Sekonic L-758DR Light Meter

It costs about $500, but is well worth the price... it's one of those "long term investments"

You can find it on Amazon and Adorama