Can this be used for strobe/flash?

No. This is a very simple, nearly fool proof manual meter. No battery to wear out. No contacts to activate a flash with.

Does "amorphous photocell" mean the old cds cadmium sulfide cells? i thought they had a problem, spectral sensitivity, that's why we didn't use them?

It is not cadmium sulfide, as CdS only vary resistance with light and requires an external power supply. I believe these are selenium cells that produce a current with light and therefore require no battery to operate. The problem is this type of light meter cannot handle low light levels. I would say outdoor use only. It is a very reliable light meter that has been giving me excellent exposures for years (given that I know under what conditions to adjust for light/dark ratio of the scene).

can i use this meter for the zone system?

No; the Zone System requires a reflected spot meter. The Sekonic L-758 meter has a 1 degree spot that can be used for this.

My Sekonic L-398A light meter was made in Japan. I have owned it for about 30 years. It still works as good as it did the day that I bought it. Not sure where they are making them now.

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Description

⚡ Master your light, own your shot.

RAPID RESPONSE - Capture the perfect moment without delay.
DURABLE BUILD QUALITY - Engineered to withstand the demands of any shoot.
USER FRIENDLY INTERFACE - Intuitive controls designed for professionals on the go.
VERSATILE METERING MODES - Adapt effortlessly to studio or ambient light environments.
ACCURATE EXPOSURE READINGS - Get flawless lighting every time with pinpoint precision.

The Sekonic L-398A Studio Deluxe III is a professional-grade light meter delivering precise exposure measurements with fast response and versatile metering modes, designed for photographers seeking consistent, high-quality results in studio and ambient lighting conditions.

Specifications

ASIN	B0010SJYBC
Batteries	1 Lithium Ion batteries required.
Best Sellers Rank	#115,587 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #53 in Photographic Light Meters
Color	Black
Connectivity technologies	Jack
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (156)
Date First Available	6 August 2012
Item Weight	318 g
Item model number	401-399
Other display features	Wireless
Product Dimensions	5.84 x 11.18 x 3.3 cm; 317.51 g
Whats in the box	Sekonic L-398A Studio Deluxe III

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