How to Use Vintage Manual Focus Lenses on DSLR Cameras Feat. Canon EOS 40D

[@pjcardone164]

I am trying to use a MD Rokkor Minolta 50mm lens to a Canon SL1. Fotdiox pro adapter "MD-EOS" doesn't not allow focus to infinity.....? any ideas? its a great manual lens that I thot I could use w/ an adapter but will not allow for full infinity focusing. Mayne the adapter isn't right, if not I will have to send it back but would like to know for sure......basically twists on easily....

[@rastamanralph6670]

I'm only used to manual focus with my slr and have just bought a cannon dslr and can't afford a proper lens for it. I've got a huge zoom lens for the slr which cost a fortune when it was new about 30 years ago. Will digital zoom work ok with it?

[@sandeepa251]

It's easy to shake and lose the picture with such lens, can work if you use it mounted on tripod with auto shutter

[@rastamanralph6670]

@@sandeepa251 Ok. Cheers👍😉

[@czarpeppers6250]

When I shoot with old manual lenses with my T5i I have to use the viewfinder, I can't use the LCD screen. If I do the exposure measure doesn't accurately reflect what the photo will end up being, so setting up the exposure correctly on the screen will result in photos that are waaaaay over exposed. But if I use the viewfinder they turn out alright, why is this? I read somewhere it has something to do with using a DSLR with vintage lenses, but your 40D seems to work just fine when using the LCD screen. Granted I don't really mind using the viewfinder instead, but I'm just curious.

[@samipso]

3 years late but here it is anyhow: Live view ( using the LCD) focuses and meters using the cmos sensor. This is why it can figure out the correct exposure. When you use the viewfinder you use the AF sensor under the mirror to focus (superior method) and the light sensor on the pentaprism to meter for exposure.

[@ArnsteinBjone]

I have a Takumar 50mm f/1.4 that works fine on my Canon EOS 5Ds R (all manual, of course ;-) ), but not my Takumar 24m f/3.5 (both ca 1970). With the 24mm, I get live view, but shutter release gives me the 001 error ("Clean your contacts"). When I taped the contacts on the lens, it worked.

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

The NEX series will meter correctly with these lenses so you don't need to set up the camera at all. You can shoot in Auto and Program right out of the box with no problems.

[@SimerDown]

So ironic I got a Vivitar 3.5 200mm from you and and now while I wait for it to come I'm watching your video 😂

[@jamesgreer2693]

Shouldn't you use lens caps to protect the glass and the electrical contacts?

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

I always have lens caps on them when they are in my bag. For the video though, I removed the caps so that I could easily attach the lenses.

[@BaddaBigBoom]

Hi TCG, keep up the good work. I love MF lenses and have a TON of them :-) Inspiring.

[@1911geek]

You mean aprature priority type in stop down mode does not work mine worked fine

[@qiraatsoomro4467]

Mention the adapter that you have used to attach the vintage lenses.

[@soambitiouskim]

can u do a video like this with the NEX series? Covering setting up legacy lenses with the camera and suggested shot modes, and exposure choices etc.

[@jon3787]

I have an Olympus Pen (EPL3) do you know if i have to do the same set up like this?

[@Lestreetbloc1]

How do you know what adapters to buy I have a Cannon EOS rebel T3i and three vintage lenses -Nikon Lens series E 50 mm 1:1.8 -Vivitar Auto Wide Angle 28 mm 1:2.5 -Tokina SD 70-210mm 1:4-5.6 Please help -Thanks

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

+Lestreetbloc1 sorry for the late reply... If all of the lenses are the same mount then a Nikon to Canon EOS adapter will work. Here's a link: www.ebay.com/itm/For-Nikon-Al-F-Lens-to-Canon-EOS-EF-Rebel-Digital-Camera-Mount-Adapter-Ring-/401014156381?hash=item5d5e4e6c5d:g:fEkAAOSwl9BWJpPo

[@NozomiPress]

Hi I have a pentax K mount with a chip, and a pentax 50mm 1:1.7. My camera is a canon 700d (or t5i) but doesn't works together. When I put the lens on my cam, a message appears " Update lens firmware" What can I do? Do you know something about this error? I need some help please :( (I test in a canon T3 and works)

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

I am pretty sure you can which mount are they? Canon FD?

[@mugglan]

Can I use an 18-55mm lens (Canon 450d) with Canon eos mark iii? :) would be happy not to spend so much on a new lens, if am able to take pictures with my old one.

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

+mugglan Mark III? I am not sure but if it is an APS-c sensor camera it will work.

[@Niki-nm6hr]

Hi! I just received my first vintage lens (with adapter) for my canon. Domiplan 50mm 2.8. When I attach lens, the aperture says 00. But through my quick assessment, I seem to be able to manually use it. I won’t know for sure til I actually get outside tomorrow morning and try it out. Is the 00 normal? Excuse my ignorance, I’m very new innthe vintage lens game.😅

[@TimLucasdesign]

If you install Magic Lantern, you can add focus peaking.

[@keith87417]

What? Magic lantern can do that?

[@TimLucasdesign]

@@keith87417 For these older cameras yes.

[@602slash]

Yoo!! hello i have a question!! can canon film lens fit to a canon dslr body? im planning to buy a film lens f1.4 but i have a canon 700d will it fit??

[@ViaOjo]

Cholo Villanueva there are adapters. Find the lens model then go to eBay, Amazon, andorma, etc. and look for an adapter. If you need help call andorama

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

You should watch my video on the Sony NEX 5n. I have not tried the e-pl3 so I don't know. I would think that the nex 5n would be closer in setup than the 40D.

[@MetazioGaming]

Sir i have a sigma 135-400 mm APO 1:4.5 - 5.6 lens was used by my grandma like probably 5-10 yrs ago. I dunno. she just gave it to me. If i sell/use it. Can be it slotted to modern dslr ? Thx

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

Can you send a picture of the back of the lens to my Facebook? This lens came in about 10 different mounts. facebook.com/pages/That_Canon_Guys-Reviews/220412691501957

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

Which 50mm Lens? I used adapters for all of the lenses shown.

[@computertips2013andbeyond]

Can you recommend a good wide angle prime lens? Something like a 14mm 24mm 28mm or 30mm?

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

Which camera do you have and what is your budget? Most of the time, unless you have a bit to spend the kit lens (18-55mm) is the lens to use for the wide angle stuff.

[@AminTheMystic]

Carl Zeiss Flektogon at 28mm. Highly recommended.

[@Guillermo_says]

Hexanon 28 2.8, one of the best

[@BaddaBigBoom]

+computertips2013 The Zenitar 16mm is highly rated.

[@Rainy78]

Question, I want to buy the nikon 105mm 2.5 ai lens for my nikon d3300. It says it will work but it wont meter. Im kind of lost on that and want to know id still be able to use it. Can I meter it to work? thanks

[@michaelsorrow7490]

You can use it, it's just that metering won't function. You'll have to use it in manual mode and guess the exposure. That is actually a lot of fun and it will teach you a thing or two about light and photography. But it will also make your shooting twice slower (manual focus + guessing exposure).

[@nocback1]

So, since it is manual, do you have to manually set the aperture in the camera to match the lens or doesn't this matter since the lens aperture doesn't move?

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

If your camera can meter by setting the setting in the camera do it. If not it does not matter. just set it on both just to be sure.

[@timothythomas1345]

HI I HAVE A NIKON AND AM FAIRLY NEW TO DSLR. ALTHOUGH I AM FAMILIAR WITH MANUAL FOCUS AS i AM 43 .AND GROWING UP THAT IS WHAT I HAD. .MY QUESTION IS HOW HARD AND EXPENSIVE IS ADAPTERS FOR OTHER BRANDS OF LENSES .I SEE A LOT OF MINOLTA AND OLYMPUS THAT ARE ALWAYS CHEAPER THAN CANON AND NIKON EVEN IN THE OLDER MANUAL LENS ..THANK YOU FOR ANY INFO .

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

Hello, I already saw and responded to your question on Ebay. Adapters for Nikon are generally more expensive than Canon cameras as they need glass elements to project a focused image on the sensor. Lens adapters can range all over the map as far as price goes (from $20 up depending on quality/brand). I usually recommend adapters from china since they are cheap and usually of good quality as most name brand adapters also come from China. The reason that certain brands are cheaper is because they don't make cameras that naitively fit those lenses. Thanks and ask with any further questions, That_Canon_Guy

[@timothythomas1345]

Thanks very much .And sorry for nagging you .I am watcher of your store on ebay mine is Shop Of Choiceness .have a blessed day

[@CatchMonkey]

Has anyone used the Yashinon 5cm 50mm on the Canon 40d ? The 40d is still a great camera.

[@aidandean1164]

A Sigma 80-200 lens to a Canon 60d, can I mount this? and if so is it on ebay?

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

Aidan Dean it depends on the mount of the sigma lens. they were sold in as many as 17 depending on the lens. Once you figure that out then I can recommend an adapter.

[@TheZylod]

People have rediscovered these over the last few years, more have been sold, less out there, price goes up, still a good value.

[@JosefWilkins17]

i have some old vinatage sigma and canon lenses can i get adapters to fit my 600D

[@cherimadanverma3906]

sir i have a new cannon eos 600d and i have a very old lens panagor so who can i use on my camera please can u tell me thank

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

It depends on which mount the lens has. Does it have any markings on the lens that would identify the mount type?

[@cherimadanverma3906]

sir i have a auto panagor tete zoom lens 1:3.8 85-205mm no.64918 so what type of adaptor i need to buy becouse i am not very good with cameras i love photographey very much thanks

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

I sent you a pm.

[@white_soba]

Hi, I have a ricoh xr rikenon 1:1.4 50mm, panagor 135mm 1:2.8 no 803517 and a tokina 80-200mm 1:4 83009095 to fit in a canon 650d. Can u help me please?!

[@VarunDev007]

i bought a Sigma 28-70mm f/3.5-4.5 UC Zoom Lens for canon FD mount. Will this fix in my EOS 600D ( T3i). Or should I need an adapter for the same? Can anyone please suggest..? !!!!

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

You will need an adapter FD to EF. They come in two varieties and I would recommend the one with glass if you want to use the lens for normal photography. There is some loss of light but nothing significant. They can be found on Ebay. -TCG

[@VarunDev007]

thank you

[@dannybarajas8750]

what's the adapter called for the canon lens and where can I get it

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

+Danny Barajas Ebay is where i buy most of my adapters.

[@justusgovaert]

canon fd adapters with glass also going to make your picture less sharp.

[@hknysahin]

Hi, sorry for bothering you with this but, I have a canon 1200d and i recently bought a Canon FD 50mm f1.8 lens, and my problem is that i can't mount the lens to the adaptor after i adjusted the lens to manual aperture, like in this video > kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGGtlK2FpJ6Cfsk < i think its because the two red dots don't match up anymore after allowing manual aperture; is there any way of allowing manual aperture and getting the adaptor to mount together? otherwise i can't go lower than f5.6. Would really appreciate any feedback. Thanks

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

Sahin Yonten You don't need to adjust it to manual aperture as shown in the video you linked just mount it and then turn the ring on the adapter to close (or open depending on the adapter) to set the aperture to adjustable.

[@timothythomas1345]

I JUMPED THE GUN EBAY IS THERE A BRAND THAT IS BETTER THAN OTHERS WHEN IT COMES TO ADAPTORS

[@azer316]

you can also , get those old school cameras with those lene's cheaper , if you go to thrift stores :D , the most 15-20 bucks :p

[@randymarlo9514]

aetna rokunar to cannon t3i ????

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

It depends on the mount of the lens. Which mount is it? Aetna Rokunar sold this lens in approx 10 different mounts.

[@BaddaBigBoom]

Bear in mind he's a young lad so his eyesight is going to be spot on. So, if your eyesight is a bit 'age-tired' (like mine), MF lenses on SLRS (even with focus confirm chipped adapters) can be a PITA unless you have the patience to fine-tune your focus in live mode. That's why I use mine on my Fuji mirrorless :-)

[@KajuneK8]

10$, 20$ ? Where? on Ebay those are at least 50$... have prices gone so high in just few years? :(

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

+KajuneK8 What are you referring to? The camera market has definitely changed in the last few years.

[@KajuneK8]

That_Canon_Guy's Reviews You sad, that you have bought most of those lenses for 10-20$

[@BaddaBigBoom]

+KajuneK8 Fifty bucks for a camera lens is not a "high" price. A modern equivalent (and the quality is not that different for a decent old MF lens) would be in the hundreds.

[@KajuneK8]

BaddaBigBoom I know, and I'm not talking anout modern equivalents, but vintage lenses. And $50 is still not much, but it is more then he claimed in the video

[@Thorgiersson]

how do I convert a vivatar micro focusing 62mm lense, part number 22121147, to the cannon eos40?

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

No, you can not mount a accessory lens on the actual body. That accessory lens mounts to a lens.

[@longlee1100]

to be fair, I stop trusting you when you call the exposure measure "the little thing here"

[@dannybarajas8750]

thanks man

[@yuenglingking]

lol that canon guy....should have went with that canon boy. creativity will hopefully come with a few more years.

[@yuenglingking]

ps. dont take the joke wrong. i do think its great that your a young man doing something productive.

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

This video is three years old i'm 17 now xD

[@yuenglingking]

+That_Canon_Guy's Reviews still a young man. i didnt look before but ill be sure to check your channel for new and or future content.

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

yuenglingking I haven't uploaded for a while as I'm focusing elsewhere for a while not sure if i'll be back still into cameras though:)

[@soambitiouskim]

thanks.

[@ThatCanonGuysReviews]

????

[@Dsky44]

0:55 did he just say kids?

[@msbrownbeast]

Not treating those lens with respect.

[@mrzekopeko]

they're just tools

[@JuliawanWijaya]

I am just buy it :D

[@balist0]

step 1) buy an ME Super step 2) ???? step 3) Profit

[@alexandercirstea4911]

no, what kind of question is that -_- ...

[@MegaInformazione]

this video is a mess