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New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Another update 3.08

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dDutPYQ8isiqAF4qfVS1wpihSTarySFI/view?usp=drivesdk

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Jun 14, 2023 at 07:03 AM

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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Is there anything that doesn't kill these adapters?

Jun 14, 2023 at 07:11 AM

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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

molson wrote:
Is there anything that doesn't kill these adapters?

at least the megadap stay on top of it.

Jun 14, 2023 at 07:17 AM

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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Ah I may need to do this update ... thanks, Alex

Jun 14, 2023 at 07:26 AM

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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Report that 3.06 doesn’t work but 2.13 does. Be cautious.

From BCG forums:
“Thanks! I was using V2.10. Interestingly, Megadap sent me V3.06 (beta?) to try but it didn't work correctly, so I just uploaded the current published version V2.13 and it seems to work just fine! I'm a happy camper again!”

Jun 14, 2023 at 08:01 AM

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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

I was running V2.10 which is not compatible with V4.0 Z9 update -- it produced an error and locked the camera up (when the adapter and Sony lens was attached).

I reported the problem to Megadap and they responded by sending me the V3.06 to test. The error disappeared but AF-C was really jittery and IS was non functional. So based on another report that V2.13 worked, loaded up that version to my ETZ21 and it appears to be working just fine -- AF, IS, everything...so far.

Jun 14, 2023 at 08:15 AM

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p.1 #7 · p.1 #7 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

How does the Megadap work with the 200-600?

Jun 14, 2023 at 09:52 AM

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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

RKnecht wrote:
How does the Megadap work with the 200-600?

If you're asking me, my short answer would be "very well". The 200-600 AF's just fine on my Z9 with no discernable shortcomings vs. the A1. IS is limited to the lens, of course, (i.e. no IBIS/synchro stabilization). The only major limitation I've found is that you cannot zoom quickly while maintaining focus -- the adapter appears to be too slow to relay the signals in real time. The adapter itself fits snugly which is good, but there's some rotational play that you have to be aware of. Obviously it would be best not to have to use an adapter at all, but until Nikon releases their version of this lens, the Sony is the best of all the alternatives IMO, and it's priced way below it's performance metrics IMO.

Jun 14, 2023 at 10:03 AM

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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

3.08 is out.

"3.08 solved issue with z8, when turned off and on again, aperture set to max. Also addressed issue listed above with Z9 fw 4.0"

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dDutPYQ8isiqAF4qfVS1wpihSTarySFI/view?usp=drivesdk

Jun 14, 2023 at 10:39 AM

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p.1 #10 · p.1 #10 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Gary Irwin wrote:
If you're asking me, my short answer would be "very well". The 200-600 AF's just fine on my Z9 with no discernable shortcomings vs. the A1. IS is limited to the lens, of course, (i.e. no IBIS/synchro stabilization). The only major limitation I've found is that you cannot zoom quickly while maintaining focus -- the adapter appears to be too slow to relay the signals in real time. The adapter itself fits snugly which is good, but there's some rotational play that you have to be aware of. Obviously it would be best not to have to use an...Show more →

I simply don't trust adapters. Glad it's working for you but I'd pass. I have a 200-600G for sale now I've gotten out of Sony altogether. I have a 1.4x teleconverter coming that will get me very close to that reach and is 100% intentionally compatible, just as I like it. I'm even contemplating playing with a Z 2.0X TC just to see how that might work out. I've seen so many Youtubes and reviews that say it's NOT bad at all in regards to any sharpness hits. With that I would be shooting in broad daylight anyway so loss of light wouldn't phase me.

Jun 14, 2023 at 12:00 PM

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p.1 #11 · p.1 #11 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Thanks for the link to firmware 3.08.

This came out so fast it almost feels like megadap had an early access to firmware 4.0. :-)

Jun 14, 2023 at 12:05 PM

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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

dcisive wrote:
I have a 1.4x teleconverter coming that will get me very close to that reach and is 100% intentionally compatible, just as I like it.

If you're referring to using the 1.4x teleconverter on the 400mm f4.5S, I found that the resulting 560mm focal length is actually slightly longer than what I got with the Sony 200-600mm zoom at the 600mm end, at least at shorter distances.

Like many of these "supertele" zooms, the focal length shortens as you focus closer (plus the manufacturer may cheat a bit when rounding off the actual focal length...).

Jun 14, 2023 at 12:08 PM

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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Are you 100% sure that you are out of Sony? I won't be surprised if you post in days how much you hate Nikon and going back to Sony 😄

dcisive wrote:
I simply don't trust adapters. Glad it's working for you but I'd pass. I have a 200-600G for sale now I've gotten out of Sony altogether. I have a 1.4x teleconverter coming that will get me very close to that reach and is 100% intentionally compatible, just as I like it. I'm even contemplating playing with a Z 2.0X TC just to see how that might work out. I've seen so many Youtubes and reviews that say it's NOT bad at all in regards to any sharpness hits. With that I would be shooting in broad daylight anyway so loss...Show more →

Jun 14, 2023 at 01:16 PM

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p.1 #14 · p.1 #14 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

dcisive wrote:
I simply don't trust adapters. Glad it's working for you but I'd pass. I have a 200-600G for sale now I've gotten out of Sony altogether. I have a 1.4x teleconverter coming that will get me very close to that reach and is 100% intentionally compatible, just as I like it. I'm even contemplating playing with a Z 2.0X TC just to see how that might work out. I've seen so many Youtubes and reviews that say it's NOT bad at all in regards to any sharpness hits. With that I would be shooting in broad daylight anyway so loss...Show more →

I'm assuming you're talking about the Z 100-400? Yes, it's remarkably good and can take both TC's, though with the usual TC penalties. I don't disagree with your concerns about using a third-party adapter, but since I already owned a 200-600 the Megadap is a good solution while I wait for the Nikon version.

Jun 14, 2023 at 01:39 PM

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p.1 #15 · p.1 #15 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

ajamils wrote:
Are you 100% sure that you are out of Sony? I won't be surprised if you post in days how much you hate Nikon and going back to Sony 😄

😂😂😂😂

Jun 14, 2023 at 02:02 PM

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p.1 #16 · p.1 #16 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Gary Irwin wrote:
I'm assuming you're talking about the Z 100-400? Yes, it's remarkably good and can take both TC's, though with the usual TC penalties. I don't disagree with your concerns about using a third-party adapter, but since I already owned a 200-600 the Megadap is a good solution while I wait for the Nikon version.

I must admit however, a major reason for my abandoning the 200-600G is it is helping to pay off the bill for my Z9 and lenses. But still, as I say, I prefer to stay native

Jun 14, 2023 at 02:20 PM

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p.1 #17 · p.1 #17 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Alex Phan wrote:
😂😂😂😂

Don't hold your breath guys. I was a Nikonian for over 12 years. The Sony gear was more of an experiment. To me the Z9 is far more well seasoned professional tool. But if all you have time for is throwing darts go right ahead. It would fit much better over on Dpreview

Jun 14, 2023 at 02:21 PM

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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

dcisive wrote:
Don't hold your breath guys. I was a Nikonian for over 12 years. The Sony gear was more of an experiment. To me the Z9 is far more well seasoned professional tool. But if all you have time for is throwing darts go right ahead. It would fit much better over on Dpreview

Don't take it too seriously - it's just that we've seen all these posts before, with each system you're tried...

Jun 14, 2023 at 04:14 PM

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p.1 #19 · p.1 #19 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

@dcisive: Nah... I don't give a crap of what brand people go with. It is all tool at the end of the day.

Jun 14, 2023 at 04:14 PM

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p.1 #20 · p.1 #20 · New firmware for Megadap ETZ21 (3.08)

Alex Phan wrote:
@dcisive@: Nah... I don't give a crap of what brand people go with. It is all tool at the end of the day.

Now THERE is an intelligent statement. I've made it before. Of course there have been some aspects of "tools" in the past that have annoyed me. But then if one looks hard enough they are likely to find it in any tool.

Jun 14, 2023 at 04:56 PM

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