HELP! mount a dslr lens on a prosumer cam..

[crapex]

i saw the other threads and now i'm really confused lol! okok can i ask how or what can i do to mount a canon dslr lens on a Panasonic HVX202/Sony HVR Z1P..? what do i need? or how do i do it..? sorry for my newbiness really wish to know.. thanks!

[tunster]

You can opt to buy expensive items like Letus or Brevis which shall cost you around SGD$1xxx. Or DIY one for less than $200

Refer here: http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=381429

[engr]

Welcome to the world of DOF adapters. The main function of such DOF adapter is to enable a shallow DOF in small CCD cams like Z1 or HVX202. This will enhance the "film look". It works by focusing your cam onto a imaging element. The DSLR lens will be focused onto this element as well. Therefore the adapter becomes an intermediate interface. Y it can give u more shallow DOF is a big topic, u should visit the companies n research yourself. Lots of factors.

Lens >> Adapter >> Image Flip >> Camera

Due to the original image being upside down and roted 180 Deg, new adapters all have built in prism flips to correct the final image. The main thing u will face is lost of light. The best being 1/2 stop lost so far. The market leaders are Cinevate Brevis and Letus. Others like Redrock, SG Pro and Cine city (india) also have various offerings.

Please take note that this is very costly thing to mess with cuz u need $ for the lens, rails and adapter. U can go for used lens, old zoom len with manual control aperature n focus to cut cost. Rails are a must since the flips are in place now.

Goodluck.

[daxdigital]

You choice: Brevis, Letus, P+S Technik Mini35, RedRock Micro, Movietube, DIY, Can of Pringles.

[crapex]

thanks for the help! i was thinking since lenses are quite accessable thru either loaning or rental, and i find z1p and hvx202 quite limited in the range and dof.. i cant seem to find links of the DIY methods online can anyone link me if you happen to know of any?

btw for the adapter itself i was hoping to spend <$200.. hopefully i can diy one

[crapex]

ohh found lots of vids in youtube any recommendations on which method is better? i saw some that uses a focusing screen and some that mounts a macro lens as the back element.. soo confusing!! waahax.

[engr]

go to brevis.. they show how to dismantle the brevis. U can get an understanding of the construction. Hmm.. I think someone at videolifestyle is selling a DIY adapter.. maybe not far from yr target price. Results was nto bad. U may wanna check it out?