Ansel Adams Question??

[Vaughn]

Yes, for light on light and dark on dark, mostly light and mostly dark, I have found that the incident light meter is the best tool for the job. For example when skiing, using a reflective light meter one will get the wonder shape and texture of the moguls and everything else silhouetted or almost black.

I use a spot meter, reflective readings of course, but then I started using sheet film early and have gotten use to (habit) a spot meter. I do find it to be over-kill when I am using the Rollei, but I am happy with my exposures.

The Zone System is a powerful tool, but requires a bit of study and, most importantly, a thorough understanding of the principles and techniques before you can effectively apply them.

Very true, unless you have a different type of personality and work best on-the-fly...using the Zone System prime principle (expose for the shadows, develop for the highlights) to guide one's exploration. Take notes to avoid repeating the failures and to be able to repeat and expand upon the one's successes.