Novoflex Nikon 'G'-Series to Canon EOS Adapter
The world just got a bit smaller for shooters who own multiple lens systems and would like—or need—the ability to mix and match camera bodies and optics for shooting stills and/or video. Novoflex, a long-time player in the lens adapter business, has introduced the Novoflex Nikon G to Canon EOS lens adapter.
Until fairly recently, Nikon lenses—manual and AF alike—featured mechanical aperture rings, which made it easier to adapt them to other camera systems. Now that Nikon has largely switched over to electronic aperture controls, as found in all Nikkor G-series lenses, adapting Nikkor glass to alternate lens mounts has been stymied.
With the introduction of the Novoflex Nikon G to Canon EOS lens adapter, owners and users of Nikkor G-series optics now have the option of mounting their Nikkors on both platforms, which should please pro and advanced amateurs alike. (Canon EOS optics have featured electronic aperture controls from the get-go).
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08/03/2010 - 15:53.
I'm assuming aperture control and autofocus don't work? Or does the nikon lens behave just like an automatic canon lens with this adapter?
08/03/2010 - 16:08.
Now, just exactly why would you want to do this? No functions are retained and this is now a cumbersome lens to use. I know, I own the Canon EOS/FD adapter (the real thing) and using an FD lens on an EOS body is a royal pain. Besides, the adapter isn't exactly cheap.
08/03/2010 - 16:39.
"Although the lens will fit physically, automatic diaphragm (AE metering), or any other functions, are not retained using this adapter"
$300 for a ring that allows low-tier Nikon G lenses to be used on Canon bodies, without any functions? This sounds like a con-job rather than a useful accessory. Surprised they have the gall to ask that price.
$25 would be fair.
08/03/2010 - 16:56.
"...owners and users of Nikkor G-series optics now have the option of mounting their Nikkors on both platforms"
WOW!
Why should they want to? and give a lot of money for such a purposeless thing?
08/03/2010 - 16:56.
I do not really understand much of this english, do you mean my 70-200mm f2.8 vr and my 300mm f2.8 vr will work with this adopter, is so, I m interested in it, I also have sigma 24 - 70mm f2.8 hsm will also this lens work with this adopter ?
I need your kind respose please.
08/03/2010 - 16:57.
I'm confused. The "g" series lacks an aperture ring, it's controlled by the camera. But the adapter doesn't link, so how do you "stop down?"
08/03/2010 - 17:30.
I'm confused. The "g" series lacks an aperture ring, it's controlled by the camera. But the adapter doesn't link, so how do you "stop down?"
The blue tab controls a ring that opens and closes the aperture. If it works like the Novoflex Nikon G mount for Micro Four Thirds, the aperture stops aren't indexed and the control has a short range of travel, making aperture settings not only guesswork, but also really touchy to adjust.
08/03/2010 - 17:27.
A lot of pros love especially the Nikon 14-25 lens as it is probably the sharpest super wide angle with very little distortion. Architectural and landscape photographs such as myself using Canon 1D and 5DII bodies belive this lens is head and sholders better that the Canon 16-35 MkII lens. Check the reveiws yourself. Thats why a Canon shooter would use Nikon glass.
08/03/2010 - 17:33.
I do not really understand much of this english, do you mean my 70-200mm f2.8 vr and my 300mm f2.8 vr will work with this adopter, is so, I m interested in it, I also have sigma 24 - 70mm f2.8 hsm will also this lens work with this adopter ?
I need your kind respose please.
This ring is designed to couple Nikon G-series (and similiar third-party) lenses onto Canon EOS camera bodies.
-AW
08/03/2010 - 17:52.
BOGUS!!! if you really want to do this then buy the same ring from e-bay (shipped from Hong Kong) - around $35 bucks - works great.
08/03/2010 - 17:52.
@ Rashid
B&H states: "The Novoflex EOS/NIK-NT Lens Adapter allows a Nikon G type lens to be mounted onto Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras.
Although the lens will fit physically, automatic diaphragm (AE metering), or any other functions, are not retained using this adapter. In this case you will need to meter in "stop-down mode" since the lens does not have the ability to have its aperture controlled by the camera body."
Based on that statement, you would be justified in concluding that your lenses, assuming that are Nikon G series lenses, will fit onto a Canon EOS body but also that all automatic functions will not work when using the adapter. In other words, you can use the glass but all functions would be fully manual.
Hope that helps.
08/03/2010 - 20:11.
What a waste of time! Why would I want to read about an adapter that adapts pretty much NOTHING. Come on B&H, give us interesting articles about practical items that might actually be of value.
08/04/2010 - 01:12.
You will get AP automation but only manual focus and stopped down metering. You need to set aperture via the tab. Yes the Nikkor 14-24 is popular with a lot of Canon 5D2 users. This adapter is probably aimed at that market.
08/04/2010 - 08:49.
Where to begin - hmm... ok, look... some of us actually stop photographing our cats, leave our livingroom, and go out into the real world to do photography. Why would anyone want to put a Nikon G lens on a Canon is not the question. The question is why wouldn't you? Oh - boo-hoo whaaaawaaahwaaaaahhh, no controls. OMG - is setting an aperture and focusing beyond your abilities ? Please - stop trying to call yourself a photographer if you can't wrap your mind around the concept of wanting to try something different - a new lens, a new way to shoot, etc. People - no, I should say 'Photographers' - have been looking for different ways to shoot the same things to achieve different results for a reeeeeeellllly long time. Like - since this all began. Sure - I'm sure some stodgy putz got all bunched up over whether wet plate were better than dry - but this endless crybaby nonsense about automated this and that is killing the art and someone needs to say this - grow up and get over it. Photography isn't about buttons, pixels, and specs Bucko...
If it's not your thing, fine. Whatever - no one made you read this post and no one is making you buy this ring either. Why you can't figure out why someone would want to use a Nikkor lens on a Canon speaks volumes - maybe you should go back to photo 101 and try to grasp the concept of creative imaging this time. As a result, the photos you take of your cat lying on the front porch will probably improve somewhat.
FWIW - sure, I bet there's a chinese knockoff (or two or three) of this floating around out there. My experience with such things is less than stellar, whereas my experience with Novoflex gear is beyond reproach. So - Mr. Bottomfeeder - go buy the knockoff ring and maybe you'll need to get it off your camera with a crowbar - maybe not. YMMV.
For the Gentleman who is having trouble understanding the English - Here's the deal - Look at your lens, Read the name of the lens as it is written on the lens barrel. Its a NIkon lens - so the lettering will be Gold - If you see the Letter 'G' in the name this adapter will work for you. The G will come right after the f/stop in most cases. If there is no G - then it will not work.
08/05/2010 - 02:32.
Terribly over-priced, I refused to stock them because the rep's argument just wasnt watertight enough to justify the price of a 50mm f1.4 for an adapter.
Two things I will say in Novoflex defense and that is, that these adapters are tight on tolerances: feels good with excessive on-off use over time. The other thing is the release mechanism is built for actual professional use; ease of use and accurate execution, unlike many other adapters which are designed for cost.
I can see the market for this adapter being with the people who choose to shoot video using Zeiss ZF lenses for the primary reason that they actually have physically manipulatable diaphragm rings.
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