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Review on πŸ“· Fotodiox Lens Mount Adapter: Nikon Nikkor F Mount D/SLR Lens to Micro Four Thirds (MFT, M4/3) Mount Mirrorless Camera Body - Enhance Compatibility and Expand Your Photography Possibilities by Motogp Portillo

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Works as advertised

Previous reviewers haven't missed much but I'll give my opinion anyway - it might help cement the star rating numbers. Please note that I use an optional electronic viewfinder on my E-PL1 and all comments are based on photos taken through this viewfinder. I have not used an adapter with a screen built into the camera body. After reading the reviews below I already knew that to remove the lens from the adapter you need to move the release button towards the adapter rather than down, so I had no trouble removing the lens from the adapter or the adapter from my Olympus to solve E-PL1. However, when mounted on a camera, there is very little play between the adapter and the camera body. I may have received a specimen that is in the extreme QC range for customization. The game count is very small and doesn't seem to affect the photos, but I've downgraded my rating from five to four stars; even a cheap adapter should fit just right. Not a problem enough to return the gadget or discourage others from buying it. (Also, the Panasonic 20mm 1.7 with metal mount fits VERY snugly in the E-PL1's body, while kit lenses with plastic mounts move smoothly and aren't as tight as the Panasonic). Using the Nikon 50mm 1.8 and Tamron 90mm 2.8 with the adapter was a pleasure; As mentioned in previous reviews, there is no stabilizer or autofocus. Using aperture priority seems correct for exposure levels. The zoom button (to focus) on the camera body worked with both lenses. (Second note: The aperture ring on Nikon's "big fifty bucks" doesn't feel nearly as comfortable as the Tamron. Manual focusing is also nicer and more reliable on the Tamron. Of course, the Tamron costs a bit more than the $125 Nikon -Lens. (Third note - the split screen focusing feature is missing; my first SLR was an Olympus Pen FT which I bought in 1969 and the E-PL1 feels a bit like that camera with manual focus lenses. A A split matte screen would improve focus - and those old memories for me.) Recommended for those who already have such Nikon mount lenses (remember the lens must have an aperture ring, there is no electronic connection to the camera at all EDIT: Should have. Note that it comes with an adapter, not a case for the lens - the owner provides storage ng available. The device is delivered in a plastic bag in a cardboard box. As mentioned previous reviews, also no instructions. You will receive a box, a bag and an adapter.

Pros
  • nice touch
Cons
  • makes me nervous