I am fortunate enough to have a camera (the 8008) that has an extremely sensitive and accurate meter. Even using eyepiece projection, I am able to meter with precision. I simply switch camera bodies after metering if I am shooting with the Nikon F.

Realistically, most people aren't as lucky to have a good meter on hand. There are two options available. First, there are lunar exposure tables that can be referenced (Covington's Astrophotography for the Amateur has these tables). Second, if you hate math, there is always the mass bracketing technique--and hope one of them turns out.

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