Micro Four Thirds User Forum DSPTCH SeriousCompacts.com - Quality Photography Using Smaller Cameras Mu-43.com - Micro 4/3 User Group TalkNEX.com - Sony NEX User Group FujiXspot.com - Fuji X Photographers LeicaPlace.com - Leica Photography User Group

Go Back   Micro Four Thirds User Forum > Lenses and Accessories > Adapted Lenses

Adapted Lenses Lenses used via adapter with Micro Four Thirds cameras

Ads by Google
LeicaPlace
B&H Photo
Thank Tree2Thanks
  • 2 Post By Jav291

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Search this Thread
  #1  
Old October 7th, 2011, 02:28 PM
Mu-43 Rookie
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 10
Jav291's Gallery
Default Observation on Adapters with Aperture diaphragm

I recently acquired the Pro Optic Adapter with Aperture Diaphragm manufactured by Kiron to mount my Canon EF 28mm to my E-P1. I bought it from Amazon. In the instructions, it says not to turn the aperture ring past “6”; there are no f-stops, just the numbers 1-6. Of course, because the f-stop is a function of focal length, it would not be possible to have them marked on the adapter unless you had a different adapter for every lens. Anyway, I noticed when looking at the adapter that the number 6 position was considerably bigger than what f16 should be. A comparison with my lens confirmed it; the number 6 position is about four stops bigger than f16 on my 28mm. However, if I continue to turn the aperture dial, I could approximate f16. I marked the position on the adapter with a Sharpie marker, and then did the same for f8. These two f/stops and wide open allow me plenty of DOF control in the streets. Using the Sunny f16 Rule, I verified that the camera was giving me the right shutter speed for what I thought the f-stop should be. Anyway, just wanted to pass this on to anyone who is using an adapter with a diaphragm in it.
Here's a shot i did with my E-P1 and the canon EF 28mm 2.8 of a kid playing guitar on the street-
Thanked by Alanroseman and RevBob.

Last edited by Jav291; October 7th, 2011 at 02:42 PM. Reason: add link to photo
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old October 7th, 2011, 06:45 PM
RevBob's Avatar
 
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: NorthWestern PA
Posts: 3,515
Real Name: Bob
RevBob's Gallery
Default Good to know.

I just ordered one to use a Sigma 20-40mm f2.8 that has an EOS mount. It tends to back focus on my 40D, but that won't be a problem on my E-P1. I'm looking forward to using the lens a lot more.
__________________
Love mercy, do justice, walk humbly - Micah 6:8
"A true photograph need not be explained, nor can it be contained in words." Ansel Adams
Reply With Quote
Reply

Useful thread?

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search


B&H Photo
Find Us on the Web
Latest Discussions
Red Lips ( 1 2)
More Discussions
Click the "101 Active Discussions" tab at the top of the page.
Latest Member Ads
More Member Ads
Click the "Buy and Sell" tab at the top of the page.
FTC Disclosure
This site uses affiliate programs and referral links for monetization.

Powered by vBadvanced CMPS v3.2.1

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:25 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.6
Copyright ©2000 - 2013, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Optimization by vBSEO 3.6.1
Template-Modifications by TMS
Copyright © 2000-2012 Mu-43.com