For us Canon Refugees wanting to deflect to Sony this is BY FAR the best explanation on Sony's native lens adapters in the whole net. T H A N K Y O U!!!!!!!!!
@KznnyL2 жыл бұрын
This is a godsend. 2022, my Nex-6 died. Trying to figure out where to go with either a Nex-7 used, A7II, or a 6000 series, all while dealing with many legacy lenses. You made everything clear, and now I can buy used stuff knowing what to buy and how to mix them. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
So glad you found it useful!! GF
@sgtdan707 Жыл бұрын
I JUST BOUGHT THAT LENS. OMG! THANK YOU! Context, I just got into full-frame cameras and bought an A7R III and Zeiss 135mm f/1.8 because of all the great things that have been said about it. I bought the latest LE-EA5 Sony A mount to E mount adapter and was so sad that I couldn't autofocus. THEN I FOUND THIS VIDEO THE NEXT DAY. Thank you again for doing this Gary!
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
Glad you found it helpful! Of course this was made before the LA-EA5 was released, so I couldn't have said, "The LA-EA5 doesn't work any any camera released before 2021". The LA-EA4 is for you.
@sgtdan707 Жыл бұрын
@@FriedmanArchives That's right, and it's just like you said. Zeiss never made a replacement for this lens. Just a fixed 135mm at f/2.8. Sony GM 135mm at f/1.8 is just out of budget. Again, thank you for this video. It's still helping people like me!
@ugrandolini6 жыл бұрын
Fnally I can get a good explanation about differences in these adapters! Sony should publish this on their LA adapters pages. Thank you so much Gary 🙏🏻
@abangirfanabangabdulhalil75326 жыл бұрын
Ugo Grandolini agreed
@engjds3 жыл бұрын
PS, after watching your video I bought the LAE-4 in confidence, thank you for removing the confusion between models. No one else explains as well as you have.
@taharathussain67757 ай бұрын
The best video I have ever seen to choose which adapter I need. Thank you so much Gary
@FriedmanArchives7 ай бұрын
You're quite welcome!
@actionphotopassion50826 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this vidéo Gary. As usual very clear and informative. Just a note as an A-mount shooter myself on A58, A77ii , A99ii and having tried the LAEA3 on A7R2 during 1 full week with my own lenses, I can tell that the transition a to e has for the moment too many cons for A-mounters involved on the A system. Sony must upgrade the adaptors to give at least the AF system of A77ii, at best the one found in A99ii. 3fps in AFC is a major no-go compared to 12fps AFC for example.
@bobkids0092 жыл бұрын
Hi Gary......your explanation was just Super......it is easy to understand without beating around the bush like others, well done & thank you....!
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@RyanFlanders6 жыл бұрын
Nuanced summary begins at 11:25. Thanks for another detailed video!
@ashine0405 Жыл бұрын
Very Helpful and good summary!
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@FKDxx Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your very competent and professional masterclass!
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
You're quite welcome! :-)
@od6282 жыл бұрын
That was extremely helpful. Thanks for making!
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
You're quite welcome!
@hanwenzhang79843 жыл бұрын
Thank you. You explained it really well. The new LA-EA5 does support screw drive AF but only works for select bodies. Hope Sony release firmware updates to more bodies.
@RoyInce4 ай бұрын
Great review, answers every question and put me in the right direction, thank you.
@FriedmanArchives4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@vibhasrivastava94263 жыл бұрын
Thanks for detailed explanation.
@johnchardine18863 жыл бұрын
I really like your videos Gary. All EXCELLENT!
@FriedmanArchives3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, John!
@instructormatt_6 жыл бұрын
I loved seeing that Maxxum 9 around 10:15! I sold mine years ago to fund by Maxxum 7D, which I replaced with an A77ii that's still going strong (yes ... I haven't ditched the A mount yet). I still have my Maxxum 7, but I wish I hadn't sold the 9. One of the best cameras Minolta (or anyone, for that matter) ever made.
@ugurbalsatar Жыл бұрын
You are a king 👑 👍🏻 Training to avoid all the pitfalls we fall into by purchasing a body and lens
@rolandocaraballo2 жыл бұрын
I have a Sony A58. I want an adapter that allows me to install E mount lens on the A58 body
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
For technical reasons, you can't put an E-mount lens onto an A-mount body like the A58.
@9billiondogs Жыл бұрын
This video has saved me hours of painstaking research digging deep into old forums ect !!!
@pg-pics Жыл бұрын
Great video - although there's the version LA-EA5 now of course. I am not sure Minolta put the motor in the lens for cost reasons, at the time this was a sensible engineering move, and most other manufacturers used a similar design - only Canon put a motor in the lens, which did give them an initial advantage. I have a Minolta 5000, 7000 and 9000 and a number of lenses and am looking to adapt them to an A1 and A7RV with the LA-05 - really appreciate the video. Thanks from the UK.
@chrissutton42565 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary for giving us one of your characteristic no-nonsense, easy to understand explanation
@chrissutton42565 жыл бұрын
Gary Friedman it certainly is 😁. Taking my first tentative steps with a mirrorless camera (A6000).
@ILEYANMUSIC5 ай бұрын
So I have a Sony a7iv camera and I just recently bought a SIRUI Night Walker kit lens and the lens is a L-mount and my cámara is a E-mount. Is there any adapter piece that makes them both compatible with each other ?
@FriedmanArchives5 ай бұрын
There is! www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1150778-REG/fotodiox_l39_nex_p_pro_lens_mount_adapter.html
@philipclayton47663 жыл бұрын
Great summary many thanks Gary!
@FriedmanArchives3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Don't forget to watch Part 2... and a 3rd comparison video should be out in a couple of days!
@stabodeely Жыл бұрын
Excellent content. I wish I saw this before I got the LA-EA5 for my Konica Minolta “Big Beer Can” but hey, that’s a learning experience.
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
I wish you had too! :-)
@josemiguelpalaoibanez72012 жыл бұрын
Best Teacher Ever ….congratulations!!!!
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@JAKSERTEC2 жыл бұрын
gracias, justo necesitaba esa informacion, tengo la sony a6000... a si que comprare la LA-ea1. gracias por todo.
@Zukikipu2 жыл бұрын
Succinct and understandably put, Mr. Friedman solved a lingering mystery. Thanks. Now I'm going out and see if I can find an appropriate adapter for my A6000.
@ReubenMRU2 жыл бұрын
Hello Gary, Thank you for this clear explanation! Very professionally explained! I definitely subscribed! You deserve so much more subscribers!
@garyfriedman20052 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Feel free to help spread the word. :-)
@AgnostosGnostos6 жыл бұрын
The autofocus accuracy and speed of the LA-EA4 can't be compared with that of the best Sony SLT cameras. However it is good enough. Nowadays a digital full frame camera is affordable. The Sony a7 camera body can be found new at around 750€. On the other hand nearly all native autofocus full frame e-mount lenses are expensive. The LA-EA4 adapter isn't expensive. It can be found new between 200-250€. I use many legacy Minolta a-mount lenses I bought from eBay which are really good. I think that it is a clever choice. I really love my Minolta AF 500mm f/8, the only mirror lens with autofocus ever. There is an exact copy of this lens by Sony too. Nearly all of the first Sony a-mount lenses were exact copies of Minolta lens. These sony lenses are more expensive but are the same as Minolta ones.
@Lofote6 жыл бұрын
It's the autofocus system of the A65 that was used here. So it is the same as the 65. Of course SLT development continued and even when A65 came out it was stripped down from the A77 system that came out the same day. Thats the problem.
@WelcomeToNeverland14 жыл бұрын
Thank you Very Much Gary !!! Easy Explained !!! Loved the way the Kids Video-bombed you !!! :D
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! (I loved that too. :-) )
@d4vid01104 жыл бұрын
Finally I find the answers! Bless you sir! Thank you.
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@markfewtrell74542 жыл бұрын
brilliant clarity!
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@pokethekat15 жыл бұрын
Gary, thank you! I have the Zeiss 135 f1/8 and recently bought the a7 iii. You answered my question. The only video I could find that explained it well.
@GhostwriterNiche6 жыл бұрын
Finally a proper explanation not even clearly given by Sony themselves..thanks gary!!
@FonTunnissen Жыл бұрын
Very good explained, but at the moment a bit out of date. How about the LA-EA5? Im curious how that one goes wit a full sensor body (A7 III) and my mechanical drived lenses. Especially pictures
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqqXeI2Lh6eefJI
@benbeattie46094 жыл бұрын
Tremendously helpful thank you very much! Warmest regards from the UK
@zacharymilbourn58635 жыл бұрын
Gary thank you so much. This information can be so hard to find, and you've done an absolutely brilliant job explaining the differences.
@FriedmanArchives5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm working on a Part 2 which should be released in about a month.
@malcolmhay66685 жыл бұрын
One of the most informative clips I have ever seen. Thank you for the info I needed to know.
@keeppushin Жыл бұрын
SO which one do i need for the ac7? I have a A mount Lens
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
Your safest bet is the LA-EA4.
@jurekjerry72742 жыл бұрын
What about the LAEA5 adapter? What happens if I have Minolta A mount screw lenses, A Tamrom USD lens and Sigma HSM lenses. Not to mention a Carl Zeiss SSM lens coming this week.
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
Hi, Jurek! All of those lenses should work on an LA-EA5 adapter providing 1) you're using a recent Sony body that supports it (A1, A7 IV, A6600, possibly some others) and 2) you're not trying to shoot video. Sony gave up on that one. I do show a little bit about what to expect with the LA-EA5 in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqqXeI2Lh6eefJI
@brianhoskins19795 жыл бұрын
I think you make a mistake at 1:06 when pointing out the LA-EA3 and LA-EA4 adapters. You got them mixed up. Other than that this is a fantastic and clear explanation of these adapters as well as a background on the different lens types. Easily the best video about this on You Tube. Thanks!
@mattiasbroberg78075 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, they should have been positioned in the right order, 1 to 4 from the viewers perspective, it gets a little confusing. Otherwise, great review😀
@digtalfear11773 жыл бұрын
Very useful information!
@FriedmanArchives3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@khosrow6 жыл бұрын
Nice to see you back with a new video!
@o0oBeckyWilliamso0o4 жыл бұрын
You're a legend, thank you so much. I recently broke my A200, and upgraded to an a5100 - this answered everything I needed to know.
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@LuisGarcia-mn4jg4 жыл бұрын
Nice explanation. Thanks for making it so clear
@AgnostosGnostos5 жыл бұрын
Minolta had introduced α-mount lenses with motorized power zoom. Thes series of lenses were named: xi xi α-mount lenses are not compatible with Sony α-mount to e-mount adapters for Sony e-mount cameras. xi α-mount lenses don't have exactly the same electronic contacts as other α-mount lenses.
@AgnostosGnostos5 жыл бұрын
Gary Friedman I am happy that you appreciated my tip. The LA-EA4 isn't not totally incompatible. The Sony LA-EA α-mount to e-mount adapter permits autofocus and can change the aperture of Minolta autofocus α-mount xi power zoom lenses. The problem is with the zoom. The zoom with xi lenses is only motorized and it can't be used manually. The LA-EA4 according to my experience and various reviews of internet doesn't permit the motorized zoom of the Minolta xi α-mount lenses. The official manual of LA-EA4 doesn't inform at all about legacy Minolta α-mount lenses. I remember the Minolta during the film era and I couldn't understand the benefits of power zoom with film photographic cameras. I bought from eBay the minolta 28-105mm xi f3.5-4.5 at great price and was using it with my old SLT Sony camera without problem for photos and videos. It has good optical quality in the center.
@DanMDL5 жыл бұрын
@@AgnostosGnostos HI! Ineed to ask someone with experience because everything is a LOT of money form me right now. The thing is that I have a sony a6500 E mount camera. And Im looking to buy a Tamron 28-75 2.8 lense. The thing is that the E mount model is about $750-800 U$. While the A-mount model is bout $200. A BIG difference. So I was thinking buying an adapter, as I basically want to do videos and the autofocus doesnt do a great work while recording I dont are much about that. BUT does the quality change? Is it worst? What are my disadvantages? Sorry for the long question! :)
@QuietOC4 жыл бұрын
@@AgnostosGnostos The LA-EA adapters do not allow autofocus or aperture control of xi lenses. Xi lenses do have full manual zoom--you can zoom them by hand on (or off) the LA-EA adapters.
@patrickbliss7776 жыл бұрын
Great review and very informative. I watched a while ago one about your favorite minolta cameras and I really enjoy your passion and love for photography and how immersed you get with the subject every time. Thank you for this review of the Sony adapters.
@yjchowdary4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the knowledge shared
@RoyAndTheCobra6 жыл бұрын
Glad I found this. With a bunch of Tamron A mount lenses that I can now identify as screw drive, I know I'd need the EA4. However the lenses aren't worth that much and as the EA4 is twice the price of the EA3, this video has helped me decide against keeping all the old lenses. Every other article just wasn't clear. Thanks!
@mariosantacruz56904 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video for the new adapter? Please.
@garyfriedman20054 жыл бұрын
I've had one on order since it was announced. Still hasn't shipped yet. I intend to compare it to the LA-EA4R "Monster adapter".
@doug.newton2 жыл бұрын
I have the NEX 5r and got the 4, there isn't really a reason as far as I'm understanding to get the 2 since the just because 4 is full frame doesn't mean it won't work, it'll still crop in and works perfectly and will continue to work when I upgrade to a new full frame Sony (well up until the a7iv, it needs the 5 apparently, but I'll get an a7iii or something instead)
@farata6 жыл бұрын
Excellent description. First time I really understood the meaning of screw-type lens.
@TheElocto6 жыл бұрын
finally an explanation that makes sense, was looking all over youtube, but got all kind of information that was going to make me chose the wrong option.
@Lizerator2 жыл бұрын
Perfect. A friend just gifted me 4 a mount lenses! Was wondering if there was an adapter. Thanks for your great informational videos.
@petvesta3 жыл бұрын
Very well explained! I know now that I have the screwdriver lenses, (Tokina, Tamron) and I bought an a7iii Sony. If I buy the LA-EA4, what can I expect when hooking it up? Will I get all the bells and whistles? Do I lose an f-stop? Will I be able to run or will I walk with a limp? All the good comments about you are well-deserved!
@Threeflip3 жыл бұрын
Great and quick explanation! I have a sony a7iii, should I buy the LA-EA4 for my Minolta 50 mm f1.4 of buy new Glass? I also have the 28-70 and the 70-200 kit lenses from Minolta.
@FriedmanArchives3 жыл бұрын
LA-EA4 should work for you.
@sabasworldfamous5 жыл бұрын
I love your style Mr. Friedman. Would you consider reviewing and discussing Fujifilm cameras.
@guidoramackers94142 ай бұрын
I have both ssm and screwdrive lenses and a 70-200 tamron..looks like I need at least 2 adapters.
@FriedmanArchives2 ай бұрын
No, you only need one. Get the LA-EA4.
@EUC_rider_Hawaii4 жыл бұрын
You are the best reviewr of all
@sommeone2 жыл бұрын
How does the LE-EA5 fit into this list? Edit: just noticed you made a video on the LE-EA5. I'm gonna go watch that!
@mfazlemuniem6 жыл бұрын
And to add to my previous comment, this has been an extremely helpful video. Fantastic. I'm gonna share this channel! Thanks Gary.
@alnka1974 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this information with us, hopefully my old Sony a100 lenses will work fine on my a6000.
@FriedmanArchives Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it. The LA-eA2 (if you can find it) or LA-eA4 should work for any type of A100 lens.
@joecalabresi40724 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gary!
@KOseven3 жыл бұрын
Good morning, friend I have an a6400 and I bought this adapter for my a-mount lenses to fit on my a6400. I'm in trouble, I can't get AF auto.
@FriedmanArchives3 жыл бұрын
Not enough information to help. What adapter did you buy? What lens are you using?
@robbeard69295 жыл бұрын
Brilliant and thanks very much, now apply for a job at Sony.
@angelisone6 жыл бұрын
Hi Gary Friedman, deference questions: 1. Why no AF Assist Beam when using supported flashes on E-Mount cameras? 2. Why no correction to have HSS when flashhead bounced? 3. Why still heavy wireless flash delayed (tested with A7r III with HVL-F45RM while HVL-F60M as remote)?
@madmaxtrox4 жыл бұрын
Quick question In your final detailed analysis, you left out which one to use for the a6000 and higher. Is that the LA-EA4? not sure. Sorry forgot to add that I have an a6000 body with an bunch Minolta Maxxum A-mount autofocus lenses. Additionally, I will have the mic away from the camera body (streaming youtube setup) Thanks
@alexvalino2533 ай бұрын
Which is the best adapter for A7rii? I have SAM & SSM lenses. I believe now there is LA-ae5 adapter. Thanks for the help.
@FriedmanArchives3 ай бұрын
LA-EA4 is for you. LA-EA5 won't work on such an old body.
@dr.mahera92846 жыл бұрын
As always you are awesome Gary.. Love the detailed info and presentation
@annkimmel30874 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the help Gary. Have you done any videos on Camera Error in Sony a65 or a77ll? I have 2 broken cameras would like to fix them. The only way to clear the error message is to take out the battery.
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
I haven't, nor do I have the factory repair manual which would document ALL of the error codes. (But really, is a video the best way to convey that information if I had it?)
@shubh_nx7775 жыл бұрын
This is the best yet easiest to understand explanation on la-ea adaptors i have ever seen. Thank you sir gary. And so, i am gonna get an LA-EA3 for my a mount lense 18-135 f3.5-6.5 and my new a7iii. What do you think? Or should i just grab a tamron 28-75 f2.8? Btw i read some reviews on sony website that these adaptors will result in lower light absorption, is it true?
@FriedmanArchives5 жыл бұрын
It is true that the even number adapters will divert some light away from the sensor for focusing purposes. It's only a problem in theory. If it worries you, then native lenses are generally better.
@howardkahn7176 жыл бұрын
This man is in a class by himself.........
@superharmonic5 жыл бұрын
You rock Gary. Thanks. I've been looking for info on which adapter to find and found it here..
@MendipBluePhotos6 жыл бұрын
With the new a7 cameras with loads of phase detect focus points there is an argument for an updated adapter like the 3 adaptor but with the ability to focus the old screw drive lenses. I doubt it will ever appear though
@nealhope89225 жыл бұрын
I would love to see this demo with Fs7 and fs5
@jessep32884 жыл бұрын
Outstanding, cleared the Sony mud right up!
@howie85824 жыл бұрын
Excellent explanation
@saganandroid41756 жыл бұрын
They need a LA-EA5 that merges cababilities of the 3 and 4.
@biogons145 жыл бұрын
Yes, using the screw drive for SONY/Minolta SAM lenses but not the mirror with the recent phase AF cameras.
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
Check out my blog post where just such a solution is on the horizon: friedmanarchives.blogspot.com/2020/07/a-new-hope-for-mount-lenses.html
@erichramone78124 жыл бұрын
Gary Friedman - The Friedman Archives - can I pick your brain? I have a Sony a7M2 (just purchased at Best Buy so I’m planning on keeping), however I’m new to photography and on a tight budget and want to learn and explore quite a bit. I’m interested in buying some very inexpensive Minolta maxxum lenses A mount on eBay to play with. Now I would of course need the LA-ea4 for that? Is that correct? But what if I wanted to buy some SSM lenses on eBay that are Sony A mount configuration, will that work on that adapter as well or do I also need to purchase the LA-ea3, which my budget doesn’t want too consider? Also the new LA-ea5 of course marries the two technologies, so should I wait a few weeks for that adapter to come out? Thats of course begs the question: Would that adapter even work for my camera? I’ve read the new adapters compatibility list’s on Sony’s website and it mentions several e-mount cameras except mine as being compatible. Does that sound right to you? Thanks very much for any info you may have for me. I truly respect your opinion and knowledge.
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
@@erichramone7812 Yes, the LA-EA4 will work with all of those lenses, including SSM/SAM type. But you might want to wait for the new LA-EA5 to ship; if the old lenses you have will work on it it will bring more modern AF features.
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
@@erichramone7812 Yes, the LA-EA4 is the best adapter for your situation. There is no evidence that the LA-EA5 will work with the A7 II so don't hold your breath for that. Hope this helps! GF
@pegshealth5 жыл бұрын
Gary - so grateful for this video - I was pulling my hair out trying to figure out all these adapters!
@cyranneau21125 жыл бұрын
Hello Mr. Gary, I like your advice and appreciate your pedagogy. I have a device Sony ILCA-77 II, besides I just get your book on it. Really nice to read. I use the following lenses: SAL70200G f/2.8 + 1.4x doubler, the SAL1650 f/2.8, Planar 85mm f/1.4 and the Sony SAL5014. In APS-C I use the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro and the Tokina 1116 DXII. Here's one of my questions, which adapter should I use for my Sony lenses to work on the A7 models or A9 mirrorless? And what would be your advice for buying a full sensor? The models without mirror or the A99 II (I have 7 batteries and chargers, 2 flashes HVL-F60M, a Sony's battery grip, as you know apart from the APS-C lenses everything works with the A99 II. My hesitation comes from its design date that is getting older. What do you think would be the best choice for a new Sony camera purchase. Thank you Mr. Gary, your opinion will help me.
@FriedmanArchives5 жыл бұрын
I hate questions like these... you're essentially asking me what kind of car you should get. Just as you can't buy a bad car today, you can't buy a bad camera. Your only concern is "which camera meets my needs best?" Which of course I can't possibly answer. If your Sigma and Tamron lenses don't use the screwdriver blade, then you should go for the odd-number adapters for whatever e-mount camera you end up getting. Hope this helps (even a little).
@cyranneau21125 жыл бұрын
@@FriedmanArchives Sorry Sir!
@cyranneau21125 жыл бұрын
@@garyfriedman2005 It's ok Mr. I'm going to simplify my question. If you had USD $ 3, 198.00 (plus taxes) to invest for an FF camera. Would you opt for the technology of the A99 II or for a model of the A7 range? (I like to photograph landscapes, night photography, macro photography, sports and portraits). It is only a suggestion of technical quality that I ask you. Thank you Mr. Gary, while wishing that the sky does not fall on my head (laughs).
@equusedi5 жыл бұрын
By far the best explanation so far, thank you !!!
@VinceHunt16 жыл бұрын
Best explanation by far. Thanks!!! I kind of figured out half of the differences but hadn’t figured out all. Very nice!
@VinceHunt16 жыл бұрын
Now can you tell me if the la-ea4 needs a firmware update and how the heck do you find it?
@VinceHunt16 жыл бұрын
@@garyfriedman2005 Thanks for the quick reply. That's what I thought but I ordered a used one and downloaded the manual and the first thing it says is "make sure you have the latest firmware" with no explanation on how to do that or how to download. Thanks again! I can't wait to use my Minolta lenses again!
@vincenthunt6 жыл бұрын
Gary Friedman also, based on your video, I know the la-ea4 will work with the Minolta and Sony lenses with the screw drive but will it also work with the newer SAL lenses?
@thedatawhisperer4 жыл бұрын
Gary this was great! Thank you so much. I am not technically inclined so i found out everything i needed to know in the first four minutes. And some nice history of the AF. Cheers
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it helpful!
@PuckerFactor106 жыл бұрын
Fantastic review and how reviews should be done! History should always be a part of the mix. I have the LA-EA2 and love it! Great addition to my NEX5n and 7. And the kids were a great touch at the end! I see you’ve trained them well and photographic comedy with the devil horns/rabbit ears behind your head during that take! 😜
@martinhewgill53195 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video Gary and your reply to Keaton will encourage me to save up for an LA-EA4 for my Sony A7! Two further questions please: 1 - How can I work out the effective focal length of my old Minolta/Sigma/Tokina lenses e.g. 24, 50, 28-135, 18-50, 35-80, 28-70 when mounted on LA-EA4? Also, 2 - I have an A-mount manual focus 600mm Sigma mirror lens with no electronics. I successfully used this with my Minolta 9000. Would my Sony A7ii be able to work with this lens and handle exposure correctly?
@martinhewgill53195 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gary, you just justified the ROI on a new/used LA-EA4 when I finally get one. Will look at your book also.
@miguelcervantesmedina92754 жыл бұрын
OMG it's all i need to know!
@Eduardo-zh5eb4 жыл бұрын
Hi, this is so important to Sony shooters! Can I use SSM/SAM lenses on LA-EA4? Can I use the LA-EA4 for both screwdriver driven AND SSM/SAM lenses?
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
Yes, you can use all lenses on the LA-EA4, but you only get the 15 focus points. Want Eye AF? Then the eye you want had better be behind a focus point. :-)
@Eduardo-zh5eb4 жыл бұрын
@@FriedmanArchives Thank you so much!
@uniteddroneservicesllc71846 ай бұрын
Very informative and helpful. Thank you
@FriedmanArchives6 ай бұрын
You're quite welcome!
@uniteddroneservicesllc71846 ай бұрын
I have the sony ZV-e10 and would like to get a lens 24-70mm 2.8 for shooting weddings, just not sure if I should get a speed booster to use the EF to E mount or the La-ea1 and use A mount lenses @@FriedmanArchives
@patrickmayer78136 жыл бұрын
Dreaming of the LA-EA5... Built-in motor, no translucent mirror. That would be the best of both worlds with late model A7 and A9 :)
@simonbrain3086 жыл бұрын
Yes, that would be great. I wish Sony would develop this type of adapter.
@alfasud19726 жыл бұрын
Is it not possible to take the SLT mirror out of the LA-EA4 ? Maybe some other mods needs to be done to get it working (I don't know)
@Eduardo-zh5eb5 жыл бұрын
Really good stuff. Thank you so much. I´m about to buy an adapter to my Sony NEX camera. Now I know what to buy.
@SamranKhezri5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for a very simple way of explaining things!
@AbnerEC15 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great and detailed explanation about this adapters
@ronreaper37392 жыл бұрын
I hope you still doing great sir. Since no way i would buy any sony FE lens or sigma art lens I have questions, which one is better. 1. Canon full frame Ef lens + Ef to E-mount adapter, or Full Frame a-mount lens + a-mount to e-mount adapter 2. Which adapter i should pick if all i have is 3rd party a-mount full frame lens like tokina or tamron?
@FriedmanArchives2 жыл бұрын
1) There is no 'better' in that case. Just what's best for the lenses you already have. Never used the EF adapter so I can't speak knowledgeably. 2) The safest choice is the LA-EA4.
@HappyHubris5 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh! It's the guy who wrote my book!
@JuanCarlos-fj8ow5 жыл бұрын
that is the best way to explain things... thank you !
@sustainoble5 жыл бұрын
Great presentation and great explanation. Thanks a lot... saved me a lot of time 🙏🏻
@isaacmac60784 жыл бұрын
God dam this video is good! Clear and direct information without missing a beat. Thanks Gary!
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@pcrate204 жыл бұрын
Gary, I enjoy this video, but quick question I am a little confused , which adapter does I using for my A6400 if I want to activated the auto-focus and face detection with canon lenses for example. Thank you
@FriedmanArchives4 жыл бұрын
The adapters described in this video only work with Sony and Minolta A-mount lenses. The adapter you're looking for is here: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1314354-REG/metabones_mbspef_e_bt4_ef_to_e_speed.html