Used Spiratone Digital SP-II | Light-Meter | U8

The Spiratone Digital SP-II was positioned as an affordable alternative to professional spot meters from companies like Pentax and Minolta while still offering precise reflected-light measurements. Its narrow 1° field of view allows photographers to meter individual highlights, shadows, or midtones, making it especially useful for high-contrast scenes. The digital LED display was considered advanced at the time, providing quick and easy exposure interpretation compared to analog needle meters. Because it uses a standard 9V battery rather than a selenium cell or obsolete mercury batteries, many surviving units remain practical to use if their electronics are still functioning. Today, the SP-II is an uncommon collectible and can still serve as a capable spot meter for film photographers who appreciate vintage equipment.