Why I shoot on vintage lenses and how to convert them for cinema

[@CharlieKnottFilms]

This video was really comforting to see. I shoot on a vintage Nikkor glass set (24-180mm) from the 1960-70's almost exclusively, my 105mm being my favorite portrait lens of all time. The lenses were my dad's when he was in college and as I started out at MICA, he gave them to me. Currently I'm shooting with the lenses on a ZCam E2 with a Metabones M4/3-F mount adapter, with an added Black Promist 1 when I need a dramatic highlight blur.

[@MathieuStern]

Have you tried vintage anamorphic adapters in front of the FD lenses ? my 85mm f1.8 Canon FD is pretty amazing coupled with sankor 16D 2X

[@spensersakurai]

I haven't tried that. Always seemed so cumbersome.

[@xanfus]

So cool to see you here, Mathieu! Love your channel! I attribute my obscene love of vintage lenses to you!

[@hectortortor]

Hey Spenser, is that 24mm FD you have the one with the S.S.C written on it or is that the later iteration of it that does not have that written on it ?

[@joeeastman]

Late to the party but I’ve been shooting video with a GH2 paired with a 35-70mm Canon FD and a 16D anamorphic. I love the look and feel of this combination although I have to zoom in completely for the image to fill the sensor therefore the 85mm prime is the more practical choice. I have a few video examples that i shot using the setup mentioned on my KZbin page if you wanna check them out...

[@lucemiserlohn]

I love shooting with my set of vintage lenses. I have a metric sh*tload of old GDR-produced M42 mount lenses that I use for video _and_ photography. They just look awesome. And they're all primes, which have themselves a very different look to them than zoom lenses. Not something for your everyday work, but for the right occasion, they're the cherry on the cake.

[@pogoprofilms]

Got a mostly full set of modded Contax Zeiss lenses. They're unbelievably good and I can't ever see myself getting rid of them. Love vintage lenses!

[@MarkHoltze]

These are ALL I shoot on! I actually think they make better CINE lenses than ones for photography! Great video dude!

[@anti-classist]

I'd say they make better photography and videography lenses they are my favorite tbh.

[@ericcoen8894]

😆 find you here

[@MarkHoltze]

@@ericcoen8894 Spenser is pretty great, i cannot tell a lie ;)

[@ericcoen8894]

Mark Holtze For me, Zeiss Contax is much better than FD he suggested 😄

[@theportraitist4888]

Mark and his videos were the culprits in getting me into vintage. Love them!

[@VarietyShow]

That 24mm f1.4 is now over $6k. Sheeesh.

[@carlscinema7086]

Currently building my own FD cine set aswell. I have the 24mm f2, 35mm f2 and the 50mm 1.4 is on it's way right now. Next up will be the 85mm 1.8 and perhaps also the 17mm f4. Have been using the 3D printed EF-mount you mentioned in the video. Love the FD vintage look.

[@MattRozier1]

Hey Carl - I’m going to convert the 24 f2 - do you know what arm length you used for that?

[@MaxRovensky]

Shooting almost exclusively on Helios 44-4m. Bokeh/flare king for cinematic look 💪🏻

[@Ira88881]

Max Rovensky I have the 44-2 in M42 mount, on a Novoflex adapter to L for my fp. I freaking love this lens, and I’m going to pick up a few variations while they’re still dirt cheap.

[@trestanpatton6967]

What speedbooster do you have for it

[@falconawesomeness1141]

Your work is so amazing not just because of the composition but your ability to capture a person, like the soul that makes them who they are. Great work. Glad I’m subbed to this channel.

[@anttiheik]

19:38 that highlight rolloff though! That is a good grade you have there.

[@anttiheik]

Godfrey Jemand I’m sorry, I meant to say that the highlight portion of the image seems to be rolling very smoothly to pure white in the image at 19:38. I also wanted to compliment Spenser about his color grading skills and style. Now, can you try to act a little less like a pretentious prick?

[@gmcubed]

Godfrey Jemand I understood him just fine.

[@AcidWorksAnimation]

@@wordwarrior2350 lol that's perfectly correct English my dude.

[@JRMelancon]

2020 - "...this lens is a little pricey at around $900..." 2022 - *Tries to decide between buying 24mm 1.4 aspherical or a Tesla*

[@jonlouis2582]

Great video. I have zero interest in film making, but this was so stylish I watched the whole thing. I love FD lenses myself, I use them for stills.

[@rinusworldzm]

This is a fire video. I recently bought vintage lenses and I'm looking to shoot on a black Magic Pocket Cinema camera (the original). Got a set of 4 Pentacon Praktica lenses. I can't wait to use them.

[@xeveserpere5509]

Seriously loving all these videos. This channel is still the most slept on channel I watch but mark my words this shit is going to BLOW UP! Great job as always Spenser!

[@AntonioDiCaterina]

Ed’s website is up and running!!!

[@ThinkingArtEntertainment]

I've been thinking about picking up some vintage lenses. This pretty much sealed the deal!

[@gs7828]

Nikon 1.4 ans 1.2 omg.

[@Solarfactor]

Those video examples you showed are absolutely sublime.

[@xanfus]

Vivitar made some great lenses too! If the 1.4 and 1.2 lenses are too expensive, there are plenty of comparable Vivitar copies. They're just not as fast, but lenses in the f1.8 to f3.5 range are very useable for photos and video. My favorite lens of all time is the Tokina (under Vivitar) 35-105mm f3.5. It has this amazing macro ring that lets you dial in your macro focus and it only cost me 40 bucks.

[@dominey]

This was super interesting. I wonder what the difference would be between buying a metabones versus (potentially) harming the resale value of a vintage lens by converting it to EF. Or hey, maybe the latter would actually be worth more for then it wouldn't have to be converted! Thanks for going into so much detail here.

[@TheCharlesAtoz]

Definately one of the best produced channels for film.

[@alberto9827]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! Dude I just jumped into Analog photography (dropped my Canon 6D Mark II), got today my first scans with the Canon AE-1. I was wondering how to put my canon 50 mm 1.8 on a Black Magic Pocket 4k and then out of nothing you appeared! SUPER helpful video, clear, straight forward, no bs, entertaining, tips and tricks, opinions and more. The MVP, subscribed and looking forward for more content from you!

[@darviniusb]

I really wonder how my expensive sony lenses, full of electronics in them, will age, and if i would be able to still use them in 20 years.

[@thedogs3467]

Great video mate. I’ve been thinking a lot about older lenses lately. This answered a lot of questions

[@lisafoote5570]

Just found your site...thank you for this! One of my favorite lenses for photography (that I learned on years ago) is a 60mm Zeiss macro lens from the 80's. It has an incredibly smooth focus ring, which is why I began using it for filming (which I just started). Thanks again!

[@creatingacomposer3838]

No offense, but after a week or two of blasting through your videos, I'm pretty sure you have some of the best looking videos on YT.

[@spensersakurai]

Offense to who ? Haha thanks!

[@creatingacomposer3838]

@@spensersakurai Feel bad for everyone else. 😂 I've just always wanted to comment in that format, never had an excuse, til now. Keep up the good work buddy.

[@TylerRumph]

Thanks for such a great video! When you talk about the 55mm you specifically mention "Aspherical" and I'm seeing on ebay there a some 55mm lenses that are labeled "Aspherical" in the $2k-$4k range. Is this the lens you have and are suggesting is most like the k35 or are the ones that aren't marked "Aspherical" similar to the k35's as well? Thanks so much!

[@radostinlazarov6330]

Yes, the k35 set! The last few years they became very popular. The 14mm is amazingly straight. One of the best wide angle primes. Also LF capability on the k35's makes them even more valuable

[@simoneaves9941]

Hey, would the flange distance allow these lenses to be used, with the mount, on a BMPCC 6K EF mount? and what about the aperture control? Also, does it make a difference if the lens is FD FDn or FL ? Or would it work with all variants? Cheers!! GREAT VIDEOS!

[@housevibez8828]

Nice review, sounds great and the quality at the end of the video looked very nice! Im new to all of this and need some help. For the Blackmagic 4K wich lens of these would you recommend for some high quality cinematic nature videos? And also is there an adapter needed or will the lens fit directly?

[@genarazbegaev2391]

Gorgeous footages on FDs by you. I love vintage look and that's why I'm at crossroads between Canon FDs or Leica Rs. Thanks for sharing your personal experience using these lenses. Keep it up.

[@HowToWatchMovies]

5:59 “the nifty fifty, but of the 80s.” Man, that’s so quotable.

[@stanleyyu1053]

sorry but could you explain this a lit?

[@FilmedBySMC]

I got some from Ed Mika when he was around. That guy was the best!

[@CodakChris]

i used tifften filters on modern lenses to get a creative look of my own style too many people videos are the same . not promist the black magic and black satin

[@studiojamescao]

I love the way you framed this video. Just discovered this channel. Subscribed.

[@dschapin]

Hi Spencer, which of these FD lenses do you use the most, I think I am going to jump in and get a few and the ef conversion kit to use with a pocket 6k pro prob.

[@jamesmccullough9364]

Man, your work reminds me so much of my favorite cinematographer, Ryan Booth. I love your tones and the softness of your images, and this video gave me a beautiful look behind the curtain on how guys like you and Ryan might achieve that style. Blessings 🙏 Keep up the awesome work!

[@spensersakurai]

That’s funny. I was actually able to shoot with him once a long while back. Super nice dude.

[@jamesmccullough9364]

@@spensersakurai That's super rad. It's guys like you and him that I'd love to grab a coffee with and just talk through your process. Not to knock on anybody, but there's so many *hype* cinematography channels on KZbin dedicated to getting the "cinematic" look through LUTs and workarounds. It's refreshing to find someone who sees the value in slowing things down, and really considering how to get a beautiful image without slapping a $10 teal/orange LUT onto a timeline with photoshopped 2.35:1 bars and crazy transitions. For what it's worth, you've definitely gained a fan. 🤙

[@Edward-tc3zk]

I found 6 Minolta lenses and adapters for e mount for $150. These things are affordable and extra bonus if you have a film camera you get double the use for money.

[@StephenBell_video]

Thank you sir! And now my vintage lens quest begins...

[@husainfoolath4287]

Great video man, I noticed you haven’t mentioned any zoom FDs, what do you think of the 28-85 F4?

[@samijune5824]

I was gifted a Minolta x700 with the 50mm 1.4 and an additional 200mm zoom lens this past xmas Ive really been itching to slap these on my m50 and see what kind of film I can get 😍

[@iNerdier]

I would add that many lenses need some kind of additional friction if you de click them to avoid the aperture moving around. You can use a small amount of lithium grease but other lenses need an actual shim or they will really slide all over the place. Also your wobble on the 24mm is due to the nylon spacer rings degrading. You can get them replaced and it will stop.

[@wendythomas4501]

these 24mm f 1.4 are selling for $20k on ebay now 🥲

[@garywu_8]

Vintage lenses rock. I have a couple Nikon ones for photos. Don't be afraid to use them people!

[@mikaelsant7980]

As a photographer I approve your channel great content and great help !

[@Yulfi]

Nice video, man. I'm a film photographer and an aspiring cinematographer, so I can appreciate this topic. I have some Minolta lenses that I'm going to be adapting to my BMCC. What do you think about old Vivitar lenses? Are they any good? I have a telephoto one laying around that I may use on future projects.

[@spensersakurai]

Meh. The vivitar aren’t something I’d recommend. They were the budget friendly lenses when they came out and I don’t think you’ll like the look.

[@Yulfi]

@@spensersakurai ok, thanks!

[@azoique]

What are those speakers though? Looks like vintage JBLs almost.

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

I also want the answer to this question.

[@axeledwards4162]

Kinda looks like a JBL L100

[@LogaFilms]

Would those EF-converted lenses work with an EF-MFT Metabones Speedbooster for use with, say, the BMPCC4K? Great video, keep them coming!

[@spensersakurai]

Yep. All of my pocket videos are used that way.

[@zanin.lindsay]

Hey there! I just picked up a set of Canon FDs and wanted to know if you have an issues with focusing to infinity using the EF mount conversion. I saw that B&H sells the Vello Canon FD Lens to Canon EF/EF-S-Mount Camera Lens Adapter which states that it corrects for the flange distance, however I'm concerned with the added glass element added inside the adapter. Thoughts?

[@marleeharrison7114]

Hey Spenser, what material did you get the mount in? is the 'Black natural versatile plastic' strong enough or would metal be a no-brainer

[@theportraitist4888]

Wonderful video with a LOT of good information. Thanks!

[@ChuckPappas]

LoL if only I listened and bought a set when you released this video 3 years ago... These FD are going for so much $$$ in 2023!

[@_galterius]

Very cool video, I will try to adapt a few FD lenses to the xt3 ! (so happy I just got a 50mm f1.4 and a 35mm f2 from my grandfather)

[@manoftheroad55]

Something overlooked is camera lenses from that period were designed for SLR with flipup mirror...lense design needed to accommodate this and it needed compromises..design was to thrown focus a further distance from the film to accommodate mirror sweeping up...wide angles designed as inverted telephotos..,.full frame cameras and particular range finders retained tradional designs ..these were for ortho chromatic B&W film..colour and pan chromatic film ,.1960s demanded redesign ....Nikon produce fantastic optics...these should also be seriously considered perticulary those from 1980s...their prices now are giveaway Thank you for V informative video..

[@thibaudchaumard3968]

Do you have a specific setup to get relatively stable footage when shooting with a smaller camera like the pocket 4K? :)

[@kalenaradia]

Hi! I am smitten by your set up. As a beginner I went ahead and ordered all of this and I can’t seem to get the lens to attach to my darn camera. Do you offer any type of classes on this? I’m lost.

[@spensersakurai]

You need to convert the lenses to EF. Or use an adapter for mirrorless cameras

[@kalenaradia]

Thanks. I purchased this: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007YPVVES/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - was I wrong to do so?

[@Albanez39]

You SHOULD have mentioned that you CAN'T adapt an FD or FL lens for a Canon DSLR. The FFDistance is 2mm shorter on Canon FD lenses, and you'd end up scratching or breaking the mirror of your camera. The EF mods and mounts are used for Arri and Red cameras that have an interchangeable mount, and now for the BMPCC 6K as well...

[@joeeastman]

Are you sure, cause I have an old canon t2i that I mount FD lenses to with no issue

[@dimokirilovmilev2017]

Hi, thank you for the info!!! Do you recommend the Black magic for beginners? Especially for ?l

[@ninnakarla]

this was very helpful, thank you!!

[@KelvinChanMcSquared]

Vintage lenes are wonderful and I’m addictive to them. Old zeiss and meyer M42 Mount are amazing too

[@rhywive]

This is a really good video with a lot of useful information. Thank you.

[@bobbydbuze]

Bro, have you or anyone else tried the Canon FD 35-70 f2.8-3.5? I can’t find any footage from it and wanted to know if it has the same look as the fd primes. Also, very informative video! Thanks!

[@spensersakurai]

I actually have this lens. I tried it on my gh5s awhile back. It has a ton of flaws but could be a fun lens for certain things.

[@bobbydbuze]

Awesome! See I don’t want sharp lenses , I want that low contrast almost film damaged look that the 24 and 55 give, maybe I’m describing it wrong, but you get what I mean. Hehe

[@joeeastman]

@@bobbydbuze I have some video examples on my page where I use that lens in conjunction with my Sankor 16D Anamorphic lens

[@jd5787]

I am getting some vintage minolta in my neck of the woods : 28 / 35 / 50 a 35-70mm and a 58mm. I have a dumb adaptor and a speedbooster to use on my GH5. Are there any benefits getting FD lenses SSC vs the Minolta?

[@spensersakurai]

All lenses look different. Its just preference.

[@jd5787]

@@spensersakurai hi! Yes. Just wondering if their sharpness, bokeh, color rendition... Are miles apart that adding FD SSC makes sense or if the Minolta are good enough

[@MGrose407]

I have the 35mm 2.8 and the 50mm 1.4 FD lenses from my Canon AE1 and I’m thinking of getting the 24mm from Ebay, but what do you think of the Rokinon/Samyang cine lenses compared to these?

[@spensersakurai]

Rokinon meh. The problem is they are in between. They aren’t perfect lenses but in a bad way. Their characteristics aren’t appealing in my opinion.

[@sosyrus]

Hey, great job with your videos . I watch them regularly and have learned lots from you. But I need to ask... what's the track played at the end of this video? I really like it

[@geminyestudios5560]

Noob comment/question. I have a GH4 and bought a couple of Canon FD's. The adapter I got was only about $10 and has an aperture ring that is already unclicked. Would this not be the ideal method, or am I missing something? Either way, great video. Love your channel, and I greatly appreciate seeing a professional who uses similar cameras and lenses. Thank you Spenser!!

[@jcinewilliams8819]

Loved this video, and would like to use vintage lenses for a PL mount camera (BMD URSA V1) any Suggestions for me? Please help!!!

[@JimijaymesProductions]

The FD 1.8 is such a good deal, I got mine for like $30 and looks great, better than a stock lens on cheaper cameras especially on cropped sensors like m43 (more like 100mm though unless you use a speedbooster)

[@dimitarmanevski5320]

Please can you tell what is the name of the song or band from the music in the futage??? Please!

[@ericroberts8041]

Hey Spenser Sakurai what size arm did you end up getting for your 24mm?

[@TheCinematographyLounge]

Hey Spenser, fellow DP here loved the vid. Thinking about getting an fd kit now. Question, which 35mm are you waiting on to come in? Is it the 1.4? Do you see much of those on eBay? Thanks man.

[@spensersakurai]

F2. It came in and I love it!

[@markhardycreative]

Some of the older nikkor glass like the 20mm f3.5 ai, or the 60mm f2.8 macro, even the 135 ai are built like tanks and are insanely sharp on a d850. They’re also dirty cheap

[@ethanwinters7716]

From my understanding, I just can buy a meta adapter for the BMPCC, I’ll be good to go?

[@ItsMeMattCarter]

I'm using vintage lenses on mine. I use a m42 to EF adapter then take that and use a speed booster. You need to convert a lot of older lenses to EF before you hook it to your adapter on the camera.

[@munyangtengen8840]

You mention that the 50mm is best for full frame. What is best for Micro 4/3?

[@moritzengel]

I love the Olympus Om Lenses. They are amazing. You definitely have to check them out. I can recommend the 50mm f1.8. It is cheap, sharp and an overall amazing quality. I also have the Canon 50mm fd and I like the Olympus 50mm more :D

[@pogoprofilms]

Those things are so tiny. They're great!

[@indopacificfilms2354]

Very nice video , however in the first clip you show (woman in the garden ) there is green spilling all over the image and onto her skin tone. Was that your color grade choice or these lens have a green tinge?

[@plinden]

I am thinking about buying your deakon2 film look. using w bmpcc4k, and have sigma 18-35, and fd28, fd50. They work w davinci etc. anything I should think about?

[@sailingreliant]

Wow!!!!! I had never thought of this. Thank you so much. You've just earned a sub.

[@VENAXIS]

Did you use this on the Sigma fp? Loving the footage btw!

[@kierramccleary9097]

Could you help me out... I have a canon eos r along with the ef mount. I REALLY want the 55mm 1.4, but not sure what/or how to do the adapter that you explained. I have to physically disassemble the lens? Or is there an easier way?!

[@spensersakurai]

There is not an easier way. Sorry. Unless you can find a R to FD adapter instead.

[@iamcoryjames]

Great video! What speakers are those??

[@SunDevilThor]

Do you think speedboosters (even a cheap Viltrox) are a must for M4/3 shooters? I want to get a BMPCC4K and use vintage lenses like the Canon FDs and Helios 44-2/44-2, but can’t decide if i need a speed booster or not. The camera is going to be last on my list to purchase, so I cannot see for myself just yet.

[@spensersakurai]

Speedbooster all the way but the Viltrox may disappoint.

[@SunDevilThor]

Spenser Sakurai okay cool, thanks! I’ll just have to save up then for the Metabones one.

[@claytontramel4142]

I'm no expert on glass, but I'd like to hear your thoughts on the Zeiss CP2 SuperSpeed Cinema lenses? Even the used versions of those now are still much more expensive than the ones your showing. Have you shot with the Zeiss or do you just prefer the feel of the vintage?

[@spensersakurai]

Cp2 are pretty decent. You’re really just paying for the housings. They are the same glass as zeiss ze lenses. I’ve shot a lot with them. They aren’t vintage though. They don’t have the qualities I’m looking for from the FD.

[@EugeniaLoli]

The only problem with the vintage lenses, is that they're not wide-enough (the 24mm here is quite rare, as you said). For action, or modern filmmaking, you need really wide, and back then, they didn't know how to make them wide and fast at the same time. Other than that, vintage lenses are much nicer than modern clinical lenses.

[@juliancachia9608]

I'm a filmmaker from Malta, I actually co-own a production house over here, and you have managed to convince me to make a switch from the Canon eco-system to the Blackmagic one. I mainly shoot commercial advertisements and am currently looking into buying myself a BMPCC 6K. What do you think of this to be my A cam for my gigs? Much much love, man!

[@spensersakurai]

I haven’t directly shot with the 6k yet but from what I can tell and knowing the pocket 4k, I think it’s a great camera for commercial projects. For the price, you should have zero complaints. The color science seems better than the 4k as well.

[@juliancachia9608]

@@spensersakurai Thanks so much man, I value your opinion so damn much!

[@Ira88881]

I’m using M42 Takumars on an L mount fp with the Novoflex adapter, in addition to other old glass. The 35 f2 and 85 f1.9 are OUTSTANDING, and still going for around the same prices I paid 10 years ago, 300 bucks, if I recall correctly. We have this psychological resistance to paying so much money for such an old manual lens, but we shouldn’t. It’s the character of the GLASS we’re paying for, not autofocus, because so many of us do MF anyway.

[@yesthisisdonut]

Very well done dude, i recently got a canon m50 and my first course of action was buying an FD 50mm 1.4 lens and an adapter. Fuck that kit lens lmao, this suuuuch an upgrade! Also got a tokina 28mm 2.8 for next to nothing, FD is where its at when money is tight 😎

[@yesthisisdonut]

I'd also love to get my hands on some faster wide angle glass but it does get way more expensive than 50s :(

[@joshdiditt]

Hey. Just wanted to let you know that Metabones made a Speedbooster for the Fuji X mount. Game changer.

[@SobImIn]

What about lens breathing when you pull focus. How much re-framing do you find yourself doing when using these for filming?

[@playrecdigitalfilmes9396]

It will not be possible to use the lenses with any canon fd adapter in the pocket 6k pro right? just converting to ef :(

[@GuillePozzi]

Do you use them with speedbooster also on your BMPCC4K?

[@VideoCameron]

Amazing! I have the 55mm 1.2 also. What arm do I need for the 55mm?

[@spensersakurai]

I’m not sure. I used the edmika kit for my 55. Sorry!

[@Simonebaglietto]

I saw your new video, sorry for my poor English, the Canon FD lenses on BMPCC4K are a fairy tale, I do not find them very far from my Cine Canon lenses, a question where you find the soft rings for follow Focus adaptable to the lenses FD ?? Is it possible to have a reference site ?? Thanks for your work, vintage lenses will soon become a must! Greetings from Italy Simone

[@spensersakurai]

Check my description

[@DakotahMiskus]

Could I do a conversion now to EF and later go to PL? I know you said converting it back to FD would be really hard but how about PL

[@joshkiddfilms1295]

cool video. I didn't know about the shape ways thing. I may have to try that out. Just a note though, the regular 55 1.2 is still pretty cheap on eBay, but if you actually look for the aspherical version, the price is significantly more. Ive read the 24, 55, and 85 aspherical were the ones the k35s were similar to...and all of those are pretty expensive to buy. of course less than a k35 and still a good investment, just saying. Vintage lenses are the shiz tho. Love them

[@SBV90]

Yea I was a little confused too caus he's talking about the cheap $2-300 FDs, but he's holding an aspherical one. If only they were as easy to find / cheap!

[@AndresRuiz-gs8vm]

Get Voigtlanders they couple strong poetic character with high sharpness. Closet thing to a Leica cine lens look.

[@mariohazard821]

20:16 looks incredible. Can you describe technical specifications in this production? :)

[@gameandbros5462]

Question: I've been wanting to declick my FD lens for a while (NFD 50 f1.4 and 100 f2.8). If you declick them without the "damping grease" will it create problems or do you think it's not necessary?

[@spensersakurai]

I’ve never used the grease but it would be helpful.

[@gameandbros5462]

Ok then I'll give it shot tonight! Edit: +1 Sub!

[@gwm-btdbattlesagar.ioandmo9988]

I have a 28mm m42 lens from Pentax and I love it but how can I measure the filter screw on diameter for the step-up rings? Also how can I decide which seamless gear size to get? Love to know your tips.

[@spensersakurai]

There should be a marking for the filter screw on the lens. And you need to measure yourself for the gear size since that was not a common spec.

[@gwm-btdbattlesagar.ioandmo9988]

@@spensersakurai okay thanks.

[@gabrielegrigorjeva7846]

Hey, Great video! I was wondering, does it make a difference to compatibility depending on whether you have the FD, FDn or FL ? Thanks!

[@simoneaves9941]

Also, with this mount, can these lenses focus to infinity?

[@rowangallagher]

Great video. I love my FD collection. Getting super expensive to buy now though :/