fuji x-e1 and M adapter: ready to go?

[doubledan]

Anyone know whether the x-e1 needs a firmware update to work with the M-mount adapter? I should think not, but as I've just now received both pieces via UPS and the battery is still charging, I haven't been able to check it out.

 

[GaryLH]

Anyone know whether the x-e1 needs a firmware update to work with the M-mount adapter? I should think not, but as I've just now received both pieces via UPS and the battery is still charging, I haven't been able to check it out.

No firmware updated needed. If third party u need to go into menu to setup shoot w/o lenses. This is done automatically w/ their own m adapter.

Gary

 

[doubledan]

Thanks, Gary. Meanwhile I phoned Fuji product support to see how THAT worked, and was immediately directed to somone who knew the right answer right away. Happy experience. With the battery charged now, I've begun testing some M lenses and am happy with the Fuji adapter. Like many others, I wish they could implement focus peaking. But as I intend to use the e1 either zone-focused on the street or in a more deliberate way for landscapes and such, it is no big deal.

 

[Ezzie]

Just a reminder to either check Fuji's information on their web site regarding lens compatibilty, or use the celluloid template to measure your lenses, before mounting them. Lenses with either fat rear elements, and/or close focus past the normal 0,7m may not work. The Nokton 35/1.2 (both versions) has a rear element/RF lip too big for the Fuji (I've checked).The 35/1.4 Nokton is also incompatible. So is the 28/2 Ultron, whilst the 28/1.9 version works fine.

 

[woodleica]

IS there any advantage to using the Fuji adapter vs 3rd party besides the in camera correction for lenses? Is EXIF info updated with focal length and aperture?

 

[Ezzie]

Focal length yes, as long as you apply the setting once you mount the lens. Menu can be accessed via a button on the adapter, dead easy. But aperture no, there is no way for the lens to communicate this to the adapter.

 

[woodleica]

Focal length yes, as long as you apply the setting once you mount the lens. Menu can be accessed via a button on the adapter, dead easy. But aperture no, there is no way for the lens to communicate this to the adapter.

So it seems there's no advantage to this over any other adapter except
1. If you use wide angle lenses and want in camera correction
2. You want a fast access to a menu (that can be accessed via other adapters just not at the touch of a button) that can set the focal length

Is that a correct summary? I don't have my camera yet so don't know how quickly the lens setting menu can be accessed and whether 2. above is a significant advantage when changing lenses.

 

[AdrianGB]

is there a disadvantage to going fuji?

is there a disadvantage to going fuji?

I have the fuji adapter - and realised I cannot use my CV 35mm f1.2 with it. The part of the adapter with the electrical contacts blocks some lenses.

However it may be possible with other 3rd party adapters that do not have electrical contacts. I am in the process of trying to find out from Novoflex, Rayqual etc. But I remain hopeful as Voigtlander customer service think it should work

Looks like I may end up having to pay twice as a result of opting for the fuji adapter...

 

[Ezzie]

My 35 f1.2 Nokton will not fit, backed up by Fuji`s own compatibility page, and the celluloid gauge that comes with the adapter. There can`t be more than a few tenths of a mm in it though.

 

[AdrianGB]

success

success

Today I tried the CV 35 f1.2 with the Novoflex adapter - and it works.

So I now have two adapters - but with the Novoflex being used for any lens 'not compatible' with the Fuji adapter.

So wasted a bit of money there...

 

[Ezzie]

The VC 35 1.2 should work OK on an adapter with a bigger throat than Fuji's own. But still be careful of lenses that collapse or have long focus throw (some focus way closer than the 0.7m where the rangefinder gives up. Damaging the sensor it not fun.

 

[reimage]

Using the Fuji M mount adaptor and an XE-1, has anyone been able to pull up the M lens selection page with the function button on the fuji adaptor?

 

[roundg]

Using the Fuji M mount adaptor and an XE-1, has anyone been able to pull up the M lens selection page with the function button on the fuji adaptor?

Yes, when you press the button, the page should appear.No special setting or configure required.

 

[Ezzie]

Works fine for me too. Button is upper right as seen from the front.