I'm looking at the Megadap, Neewer, Techart and Fotodiox adapters for my Nikon ZF but there are limited and mixed reviews online. Does anyone have any experience with them or others? I recently found a post from someone who said their Neewer adapter works about the same as their Megadap for less money. I'm willing to spend any amount for the best adapter, AF, VR, etc. I'll initially be using it with my Sony 85mm f1.8 on my Nikon ZF and I may pick up a used Sony 24mm f1.4 GM unless Nikon releases one that's semi-compact in the near future.
Curious of this too. I have the Megadap for a bit, but I want to try the Neewer...You'd think there would be more entrants to this market given all the system migration (polyamory). Hoping someone like Sigma enters the fray!
I have the Megadap ETZ21Pro and the Fotodiox. I like the way the Fotodiox is built, but the Megadap is the far superior adapter as far as actual operation goes. On the Fotodiox, it feels like an adapted lens. AF is ok, but sometimes hunts, or struggles a little. None of the extra stuff works, etc. The Megadap makes my 50 GM feel like a native lens. Even the aperture ring and programmable button works.
Thanks for the feedback. Which body are you using? I've read several reviews saying the ETZ21Pro is dangerously tight on the Z8 (which I may get in the future). Good to know it performs better. That rules out the Fotodiox. Can you elaborate on the differences in build quality? Is it just the feeling or are you worried the Megadap won't hold up?
Jman13 wrote:
I have the Megadap ETZ21Pro and the Fotodiox. I like the way the Fotodiox is built, but the Megadap is the far superior adapter as far as actual operation goes. On the Fotodiox, it feels like an adapted lens. AF is ok, but sometimes hunts, or struggles a little. None of the extra stuff works, etc. The Megadap makes my 50 GM feel like a native lens. Even the aperture ring and programmable button works.
I'm using it on the Z8 and Zf. No issues with fit at all. Both are really well built - the Fotodiox is just a little more substantial. I am not worried about the construction on the Megadap, though.
I have the Neewer NW-ETZ (with the latest firmware) and can't recommend it at all. I even like to warn potential buyers.
Their own product page says that it's compatible with Tamron and Zeiss FE lenses, but it's a lie.
The adapter doesn't even physically mount to my Tamron 50-400 and when trying it on a Zeiss Batis the lens doesn't want to focus.
It works with native Sony lenses, but not great either.
It doesn't stop there.
Even though I bought it directly from the Neewer store, they completely ignore my complaints and they don't react to me wanting a refund. It feels like a scam.
I now had to open a Paypal case. We'll see how that goes.
So just get the Megadap ETZ21PRO and don't bother with trying the other options.
BTW, Neewer seems to be planning to also release a "pro" version of their adapter. (They already have downloadable firmware for it on their support site.)
I would avoid them.
I use the Megadap ETZ pro on a Z8. I have been happy with the combination. I have not had any fitment issues.
Megadap also seams to be doing a good job at updating the firmware as compatibility issues are found.
I have not tried any of the other ETZ adapters, since I am not sure if any others will fit my needs. For example I have read the Techart PRO does not work with manual focus lenses or teleconverters.
Side note if your planing to pickup the Sony 24MM just to mount on the ZF I would try to find someone that has adapted that lens on to Nikon or rent one first and try it yourself. Recently we learned that the Sony 20mm F1.8 G does not adapt well to Nikon Z cameras (at least with the Megadap adapter). The current thinking is some E lenses around 20mm might not adapt well to Nikon Z.
AlphaPhotography wrote:
Thanks for the feedback. Which body are you using? I've read several reviews saying the ETZ21Pro is dangerously tight on the Z8 (which I may get in the future). Good to know it performs better. That rules out the Fotodiox. Can you elaborate on the differences in build quality? Is it just the feeling or are you worried the Megadap won't hold up?
Add me to the camp of Megadap not too tight and works great on Z8
DWOfPaul wrote:
I use the Megadap ETZ pro on a Z8. I have been happy with the combination. I have not had any fitment issues.
Megadap also seams to be doing a good job at updating the firmware as compatibility issues are found.
I have not tried any of the other ETZ adapters, since I am not sure if any others will fit my needs. For example I have read the Techart PRO does not work with manual focus lenses or teleconverters.
Side note if your planing to pickup the Sony 24MM just to mount on the ZF I would try to find someone that has adapted that lens on to Nikon or rent one first and try it yourself. Recently we learned that the Sony 20mm F1.8 G does not adapt well to Nikon Z cameras (at least with the Megadap adapter). The current thinking is some E lenses around 20mm might not adapt well to Nikon Z. ...Show more →
Interesting. I'll look into that. I wish Nikon didn't make their native Z primes so long and ugly (and slow relative to the size). I'd much prefer Sony's 20mm f1.8 or 24mm f1.4 over Nikon's 20mm f1.8. And same with Nikon's 85mm. I hope Nikon sees the market for the ZF and makes more retro style lenses like the 40mm f2 SE. Even the new Viltrox 20mm f2.8 looks like a better match for the ZF than anything similar from Nikon.
I have a megadap etz21 pro and the Funmount Etz. They work basically identical, but the Funmount only sends the focal length instead of lens name in EXIF data for non-sony lenses (Samyang, Sigma). Focus wise they seem identical to me. I definitely trust the megadap more as the build quality is higher, but functionally they seem to be on par.
AlphaPhotography wrote:
Interesting. I'll look into that. I wish Nikon didn't make their native Z primes so long and ugly (and slow relative to the size). I'd much prefer Sony's 20mm f1.8 or 24mm f1.4 over Nikon's 20mm f1.8. And same with Nikon's 85mm. I hope Nikon sees the market for the ZF and makes more retro style lenses like the 40mm f2 SE. Even the new Viltrox 20mm f2.8 looks like a better match for the ZF than anything similar from Nikon.
I have mixed opinions on Nikons F1.8 Z lens line up.
Before the Nikon Z lineup most F1.8 lenses where compromise lenses. They where smaller and cheeper then there F1.4 counterparts, but they usually feel short in other arrears too such is image quality, weather sealing, AF and build quality. With the Nikon Z F1.8 lens Nikon made F1.8 lens that where larger and more expensive but they didn't compromise like past F1.8 lenses from the DSLR error. We basically are getting scalled down versions of F1.4 lenses with the size and cost savings.
The down side to this approach is it kind of leaves people who want compact primes or cheeper primes hanging. It would be nice to see Sigma bring there I series to Nikon Z. I feel they would fit the hole of cheeper and more compact primes nicely. They also look really nice too.
Good thing about the Z 50mm 1.8 is that is has shallower depth of field than the Canon RF 1.8 does, and vastly sharper wide open (I have shot them side by side.) The Z image @ 1.8 looks more like a 1.4.
So for ~$500 you get a better lens than the EF 50mm 1.4 (which SUCKS wide open.)
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DWOfPaul
I have mixed opinions on Nikons F1.8 Z lens line up.
Before the Nikon Z lineup most F1.8 lenses where compromise lenses. They where smaller and cheeper then there F1.4 counterparts, but they usually feel short in other arrears too such is image quality, weather sealing, AF and build quality. With the Nikon Z F1.8 lens Nikon made F1.8 lens that where larger and more expensive but they didn't compromise like past F1.8 lenses from the DSLR error. We basically are getting scalled down versions of F1.4 lenses with the size and cost savings.
The down side to this approach is it kind of leaves people who want compact primes or cheeper primes hanging. It would be nice to see Sigma bring there I series to Nikon Z. I feel they would fit the hole of cheeper and more compact primes nicely. They also look really nice too.
billsnature wrote:
Add me to the camp of Megadap not too tight and works great on Z8
Since writing this I have learned that there is an issue with shading and smudginess on the corners of wide angle lens used wide open on these (and probably all) adapters. They function fine. They look good stopped down, but there is an issue with the corners of lenses like the 20G f1.8 used wide open.
DWOfPaul wrote:
The down side to this approach is it kind of leaves people who want compact primes or cheeper primes hanging. It would be nice to see Sigma bring there I series to Nikon Z. I feel they would fit the hole of cheeper and more compact primes nicely. They also look really nice too.
What about the 26 F2.8, 28 F2.8, and 40 F2?
I don't think they are as good overall as Sony's small G primes or Sigma's i-series but they are still pretty good lenses.
Hopefully they will release a little longer F2 or 2.8 lenses in the 70-85 focal length to complete a nice walk around trio for the Zf.
They're okay but the 26 and 28mm aren't fast enough (f2 or faster). Sony's 24mm f1.4 and 20mm f1.8 are examples of nearly perfect lenses IMO. Compact, excellent build, stunning quality, fast and silent AF, reasonably priced. The 35mm f1.8 and 35mm f1.4 as well. It's the length of most of Nikon's I have the biggest issue with. They just look completely out of place on the ZF especially.
thenoilif wrote:
What about the 26 F2.8, 28 F2.8, and 40 F2?
I don't think they are as good overall as Sony's small G primes or Sigma's i-series but they are still pretty good lenses.
Hopefully they will release a little longer F2 or 2.8 lenses in the 70-85 focal length to complete a nice walk around trio for the Zf.
thenoilif wrote:
What about the 26 F2.8, 28 F2.8, and 40 F2?
I don't think they are as good overall as Sony's small G primes or Sigma's i-series but they are still pretty good lenses.
Hopefully they will release a little longer F2 or 2.8 lenses in the 70-85 focal length to complete a nice walk around trio for the Zf.
That's why I said "kind of" the 26mm, 28mm, and 40mm, pretty much compete with the Sony 24mm f2.8, and Sony 40mm f2.5 if you looking for really small compact lenses.
But if you a Sony user the wants somewhat compact and fast primes you have a lot more options. Just take the Sigma I series and you have 17mm f4, 20mm f2, 24mm f2, 24mm f3.5, 35mm f2, 45mm f2.8, 50mm f2, 65mm f2, and 90mm f2.8.
If Nikon was to add a few more small lenses like an 18-20mm prime, a 50mm prime, and a 65-90mm prime they could definitely close the small lens gap.
Anyone have any experience with a wider zoom such as 16-35 with the megadap? I'm thinking about adding the z8/600pf combo and it would be nice to be able to not have to take my Sony body out with me all the time.
Edit: I reviewed the other thread about WA performance and it looks like there are some issues. That's too bad, but not really surprising.
AlphaPhotography wrote:
They're okay but the 26 and 28mm aren't fast enough (f2 or faster). Sony's 24mm f1.4 and 20mm f1.8 are examples of nearly perfect lenses IMO. Compact, excellent build, stunning quality, fast and silent AF, reasonably priced. The 35mm f1.8 and 35mm f1.4 as well. It's the length of most of Nikon's I have the biggest issue with. They just look completely out of place on the ZF especially.
The Sony 24 1.4 is $1,300 and the 20 1.8 is priced just under the Nikon 24 1.8 S. When comparing the size of the latter two lenses they are also quite similar if you take into consideration the focal length difference.
The Sony 24mm f1.4 GM is typically $1300 (often on sale at that price and is right now). It is shorter in length and slimmer, weighs less, has a physical programmable button, a de-clickable aperture ring, 11 aperture blades plus the better separation of f1.4 for a far better rendering, and is subjectively the better looking lens IMO. the Nikon just doesn't seem that great of a value for $1,000. I'd much rather prefer the Sony and will likely adapt it for its advantages. They can also be picked up fairly cheap used ($700-800).
The 20mm shares pretty much all the same advantages as the 24mm did above while being $800 new, a much wider FOV, and significantly shorter in length than the Nikon 20mm f1.8 (and still shorter than the Nikon 24mm f1.8.
The Nikon's aren't bad lenses from everything I can see and sample images I've reviewed. I just see more value in the Sony's and prefer all of the above advantages plus their form factor and looks. And this extends across much of the line with Sony's GM and G lenses vs much of their competition. Nikon has the edge for telephoto lenses though, and Canon for certain zooms. Many pros and cons with each system.
