FS7: Has Anyone Received Their FS7 II Yet?

I cannot remember his name, but once someone from Metabones responded to a couple of posts on this forum when discussing the differences between the Kipon Baveyes and the Speedbooster.

I apologize for not remembering you, but if you are reading, with this wave of my Harry Potter wand, I ask that you appear.

Ned
 
I can confirm that both of the latest Metabones adapters (SpeedBooster and non-SB) work correctly on my FS7II. No issues whatsoever for me. I only tried out a few lenses, but all of them seemed to work as they should, with full iris control and image stabilization where applicable.
 
Hey Stephen - a bit off topic - but didn't you also try out the Canon 18 - 80 lens recently too? Any chance you can also confirm that MB adapters allow focus / iris control & power it, etc.?
 
markfpv said:
Hey Stephen - a bit off topic - but didn't you also try out the Canon 18 - 80 lens recently too? Any chance you can also confirm that MB adapters allow focus / iris control & power it, etc.?
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I tried that out on the Sony FS5 with the Metabones adapter, and it worked perfectly. I haven't tried it on the FS7II, but I'd assume it works the same.
 
My FS7 II came 15 minutes ago and I haven't even unboxed it yet. So I'll give it a shot.

Meanwhile, Oh Metabones One, please appear.

Ned
 
Just to confirm, when you say the latest versions of metabones, these are the standard adapters that have been out for some time, not something new developed for the MarkII right? In that case no reason why an older version of the metabones or really any e-mount adapter wouldn't work right?
 
nsoltz said:
I cannot remember his name, but once someone from Metabones responded to a couple of posts on this forum when discussing the differences between the Kipon Baveyes and the Speedbooster.

I apologize for not remembering you, but if you are reading, with this wave of my Harry Potter wand, I ask that you appear.

Ned
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Ned,

Believe your trying to conjure Brian Caldwell, of Caldwell Photographic, the engineer who designed the Speed Boosters' optics for Metabones.

Might try to PM on DVXuser, or contact him through his site.

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/member.php?84826-brianc1959

http://www.caldwell-photographic.com/Contact.html
 
Thank you, Ben. Now that you mention it, I remember that it is Brian who had responded to several posts.

Meanwhile, the FS7 II and XDCA is sitting in my studio but I promised my wife I would clean up, organize and otherwise dejunk before unpacking.

Ned
 
LennyLevy said:
Just to confirm, when you say the latest versions of metabones, these are the standard adapters that have been out for some time, not something new developed for the MarkII right? In that case no reason why an older version of the metabones or really any e-mount adapter wouldn't work right?
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Correct. These are the currently-available Metabones adapters. Nothing new or special.
 
FS7 II and lens unboxed and ready to roll. I resisted the temptation to create an unboxing video. Best first impression-- the lens mount. I bought (and just sold) the 28-135 with my FS7. I had no real complaints about the image quality but was concerned about wobble with the lens unsupported. Sony suggested I tighten the flange on both the lens and camera "but don't over-torque the screws." It improved slightly. The FS7 II with the 18-110 is rock solid. Absolutely no play.

I did find it difficult to master inserting lens. Took several tries.

And in response to another thread a couple of weeks ago, it is definitely not a one-handed job.

I should have an article written today with a few more first impressions.

Ned Soltz
 
Ned- Does an e-mount lens "click" into place prior to tightening the flange? I am wondering if, for speed in extreme circumstances, one could mount the lens securely ( as secure as on the Fs7 Mk I ) and do without the flange mechanism.

Is the flange mechanism necessary or is it in addition to the normal mounting system, a fail-safe an top of the original locking mechanism?
 
JPNola said:
Ned- Does an e-mount lens "click" into place prior to tightening the flange? I am wondering if, for speed in extreme circumstances, one could mount the lens securely ( as secure as on the Fs7 Mk I ) and do without the flange mechanism.

Is the flange mechanism necessary or is it in addition to the normal mounting system, a fail-safe an top of the original locking mechanism?
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The flange mechanism IS the lens mount. It works a bit like a PL mount in that regard. You can't really mount a lens without engaging the flange and locking it in place.
 
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