Megadap ETZ21 Pro Sony E lens to Nikon Z AF adapter
Megadap, which previously produced a motorised adapter enabling Leica M lenses to be mounted and autofocused on Nikon Z bodies, had produced a Sony E-mount lens to Nikon Z-mount adapter.
Thanks to the deeper flange/back distance afforded by Sony E-mount lenses, there is enough space for an adapter to fit between the back of a Sony E-Mount lens and the flange of a Nikon Z body lens mount., and retain focusing to infinity. Megadap has incorporate the necessary electronics to enable E-Mount lenses to communicate with the host Nikon Z body, enabling auto-focusing of the lens by the camera.
Compatibility with both APS-C and Full Frame NIkon Z bodies is provided by Megadap. The company says that the adapter works with most E-mount lenses, but warns Viltrox and Yongnuo brand lenses may not work.
The adapter, called a ETZ21 Pro, is available now, with free international shipping, priced US$249
Tamron will release a Nikon Z-mount 35-150mm f/2-2.8 zoom this Autumn.
35 to 150mm is a very unusual focal length range for a modern zoom lens.Tamron produced a Sony E-mount version of this lens three years ago. One does wonder who Tamron’s target customer is. Maybe their new Nikon Z-mount version of this lens offers a clue in its, also unusual, f/2-2/8 maximum aperture. So, what we have is a bright/fast moderate wide angle to moderate telephoto zoom.
Tamron says their new 35-150 f/2-2.8 Di III VXD is suitable for portrait photography, and with the classic portraiture focal length being around 80-100mm, we’d agree with that. They also suggest that the lens is aimed at travel photography. That statement is less convincing with the severe limitation of 35mm at the wide end. The lens also weighs over a kilo. Meanwhile, Tamron makes the curious claim that 35-150 f/2-2.8 Di III VXD is the ‘world’s first F2-2.8 fast aperture zoom lens’; Samyang beat Tamron to it when they launched their own 35-150 f/2-2.8 back in April, though that was for a Sony mount version.
No optical image stabilisation is offered with the Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD.
Press release:
Development of the Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD for Nikon Z-mount
Press release 2023-07-25 13:00
The Transcontinenta UK Ltd., distributor for Tamron UK and Ireland, announces the development of the Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD A058z for the Nikon Z-mount.
The 35-150mm F2-2.8 covers wide-angle to telephoto and is ideal for both travel and portrait photography. It is the first1 zoom lens for Nikon Z-mount cameras to offer a maximum wide-open aperture of F2, allowing you to capture magnificent vistas and tall buildings at 35mm and dynamic close-ups at 150mm.
With its high level of performance in a wide range of shooting conditions, this fast lens is ideal for trips to create photographic works. In addition, by incorporating the VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) linear motor focusing mechanism, the lens offers very fast and high-precision autofocus for a fast lens. It also incorporates a new design for improved operability and ergonomic comfort.
Incorporating the most commonly used focal lengths, from wide angle and standard to medium and telephoto, in a single lens allows seamless shooting without the need to change lenses. This is particularly useful for portraiture, where a sense of rhythm is essential, and allows the user to capture outstanding shots without losing the model’s fleeting expression.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
The world’s first F2-2.8 fast-aperture zoom lens
Versatile zoom range provides seamless shooting from wide-angle 35mm to telephoto 150mm
Outstanding optical performance throughout the zoom range
Fast, quiet VXD linear motor mechanism for high-speed and high-precision autofocus
Expanded versatility with excellent close-range shooting performance
TAMRON Lens UtilityTM software and Android app expands the possibilities of photo and video shooting
Moisture-Resistant Construction, Fluorine Coating, and Hood Locking Mechanism for greater convenience
Availability and price
The Tamron 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD A058z for Nikon Z-mount cameras will be available from Tamron dealers in the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands in the fall 2023. The exact date and recommended retail price will be announced in due course.
About Tamron Co., Ltd.
Tamron offers a wide range of original optical products, from interchangeable lenses for digital cameras to various optical devices for consumers and OEMs. We produce optical products that contribute to a variety of industries, and we will continue to apply our rich creativity and leading technical capabilities to various industrial fields. Furthermore, Tamron is fully aware of its responsibility to the environment and strives to contribute to the preservation of the natural environment in all of its business activities.
Optical Product Line-up:
Interchangeable lenses for mirrorless and DSLR cameras, surveillance camera lenses, FA and machine vision lenses, videoconferencing lenses, camera modules, automotive lenses, digital still camera lenses, camcorder lenses, drone lenses and medical lenses.
