MTF Nikon adapter owners in L.A.?

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binba

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We have a GH2 with a cheap lens adapter that wobbles no matter what. Despite hours of tests and tweaks it's still unclear whether the cause is our lenses, the adapter, the camera, or even the rod support. I've heard good things about MTF but will the $700 investment make all our problems go away? It's hard to know without testing.

Is there anyone out there who owns the MTF Nikon G to M4/3 adapter with rod support? I'd love to meet to test it a bit, perhaps rent it for a few days.
 
Yes I have, and it still happens. Also, there's plenty of rotational play (clockwise / counterclockwise) which can't be fixed by the pressure plates. I've actually gone through 3 (cheap eBay) adapters and they all exhibit the problem to some extent. Like I said, I just have to go through all the variables in the equation. I'm getting new lenses soon (was going to anyway), will replace the rod base (maybe with the ReWo cage), so the adapter is just one more thing to evaluate.
 
As a last ditch measure you could try to apply suitable coating on the flange plate of the adapter. If the coating is too thick, it may start to impact infinity focus. But it will tighten the connection between lens and adapter. Maybe try to tape some self adhesive clear plastic on the adapter flange.

Once again I need to mention the goodness of Minolta MD mount. Even in cheap adapters the lens snaps to it's proper place and fits like a glove. After adjusting the pressure plates, of course.
 
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