benji77
@R.F.F
Hi all
I have been considering to use my current M Mount module (GXR) with an adaptor to use my Nikon F Mount lens. Would anyone like to share their experience and feedback on this set up?
The general idea is to use the GXR as a micro/nature set up, opening up my options of lens not only to my M mount, but also my Nikon lens.
Thanks!
I have been considering to use my current M Mount module (GXR) with an adaptor to use my Nikon F Mount lens. Would anyone like to share their experience and feedback on this set up?
The general idea is to use the GXR as a micro/nature set up, opening up my options of lens not only to my M mount, but also my Nikon lens.
Thanks!
zuikologist
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I would suggest using the evf for macro work. It can be angled and makes things easier.
You may need to try more than one adaptor. I found one of the Chinese m-mount adaptors not to spec.
The 50mm module is also a very good macro unit and balances well with the gxr body.
You may need to try more than one adaptor. I found one of the Chinese m-mount adaptors not to spec.
The 50mm module is also a very good macro unit and balances well with the gxr body.
benji77
@R.F.F
I am actually very greedy, as I already own the 50/2.5 Macro, 28/2.5 and the M mount.
With my intent to add the M to F adapter, I am hoping to expand the use of my Nikon lens and GXR set-up. The thing with adapters is that these are not very common, and I have not heard much about them used by Ricoh users.
With my intent to add the M to F adapter, I am hoping to expand the use of my Nikon lens and GXR set-up. The thing with adapters is that these are not very common, and I have not heard much about them used by Ricoh users.
BCMielke
Member
Works great! I would suggest a good adapter. I would suggest the Fotodiox to try the set-up to see how you like it. If it works well upgrade the adapter to a Kipon or Novoflex since they are so much nicer and solid feeling. If not than you are only out $30 or so for the adapter and lesson learned.
I see all of your lenses have an aperture ring so that makes things easier. If not than you will need to get the Nikon G to M adapter.
I see all of your lenses have an aperture ring so that makes things easier. If not than you will need to get the Nikon G to M adapter.
mingkookoo
Well-known
Here's a pic of the setup. Don't remember which brand of adapter I had.
Also tried a 18mm extension tube with this set up also will post pic later.
Nikkor 50/1.2 ai-s on Ricoh GXR by David Lam, on Flickr
Also tried a 18mm extension tube with this set up also will post pic later.

mingkookoo
Well-known
EVF helps when doing Macro as you have one more contact point to make it more stable.
Here's a pic with an 18mm extension tubes:
Quick test(Nikkor 50/1.2 ai-s on Ricoh GXR) by David Lam, on Flickr
Here's a pic with an 18mm extension tubes:

benji77
@R.F.F
Wow thank you guys for the sharing.
I am hoping to use my Nikon 105/2.8 (micro), 50/1.2AIS, 180/2.8 AFD on the GXR. In addition, I also have the Nikon BR2 Reverse Mount adaptor, that will allow me to use my Nikon 35/2AFD for 3-4 times magnification! Whoohoo!
So I guess I should hunt down the Fotodiox, Kipon or Novoflex adapters.
I really enjoy the colours of the GXR, but the real advantage of the Ricoh's is the software. Absolutely amazing.
I am hoping to use my Nikon 105/2.8 (micro), 50/1.2AIS, 180/2.8 AFD on the GXR. In addition, I also have the Nikon BR2 Reverse Mount adaptor, that will allow me to use my Nikon 35/2AFD for 3-4 times magnification! Whoohoo!
So I guess I should hunt down the Fotodiox, Kipon or Novoflex adapters.
I really enjoy the colours of the GXR, but the real advantage of the Ricoh's is the software. Absolutely amazing.
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