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3rd Party Nikon Mounts

Giuseppe Pugliese

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Hello, I have searched the site, and can't seem to find any info, so I am asking on here, sorry if its posted somewhere already where I couldn't find it but...

Are their any other companies that are making a 3rd party Nikon Mount for the Red One?

I saw one from http://www.longvalleyequip.com/ that has a nice way to control the G lenses but they no longer make it... Any other manufacturers out there?

Trying to look for options cheaper than $500
 
The A mount system is probably the best and most versatile mount for the red. Last I heard there was a g lens mount available for sale, but it is being redone to make it better.

Might add that the A mount is approved by Red, so thats a definite big plus.

edit:
Oh wow didn't see martin's post. His link really does pretty much explain it all for you haha. Good Luck!
 
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Thank you everyone for recommendation.
We are running out of stock from the second batch. There are a (very) few left.
Two questions:
Are we converting to Epic base mount?
How many should we order for the next batch?
Some feedback please- speculations welcome as well:wink:
 
In my opinion the Red Nikon mount is unsuitable for cine work. I know because I bought one. I purchased an Optitek because it not only was "Positive Lock", but I could control the iris on fantastic glass such as the 14-24mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm, and a host of other Nikon "G" lenses. Additional benefit is that I did not have to "de-click" my other 14 Nikon lenses. I haven't calculated how much that would have cost, but I know I saved a pile of money. Since I haven't tried the other Nikon mounts for the R1, I am in no position to say this is the best one, I just know that my Optitek is beautifully made, has worked flawlessly, and I am darned happy about it.
 
to make things clear

to make things clear

A-mount 100% best mount system!

the fact that it makes nikon lenses lock just like PL lenses,
and I can switch to PL or BNCR in seconds really makes it the winner
Thanks Vance, Richard and everyone for the kind words. Much appreciated.
First let me say that I like the Allstar system as well and could never do this at his price point.
However Zak's statement above is a bit misleading(I'm sure it's not intentional). Yes the A- mount locks like PL but the Nikon lenses click into the A mount adapter just like the original Nikon Still camera mount. So ultimately the lenses are still held in the adapters by the little springs and their secure seating still depends on spring pressure- just like original Nikon still mount and original Red Nikon. Less then ideal to say the least..
Anyway that's my understanding so correct me if I'm wrong:confused5:
 
Please know that there are two RED Nikon mounts - the original, which uses small springs to hold the tabs on the lens, and the latest mount sold by RED which is an all 303 stainless, powder coated, Positive Locking unit. It is extremely strong.
 
Yes the A- mount locks like PL but the Nikon lenses click into the A mount adapter just like the original Nikon Still camera mount. So ultimately the lenses are still held in the adapters by the little springs and their secure seating still depends on spring pressure- just like original Nikon still mount and original Red Nikon. Less then ideal to say the least..
Anyway that's my understanding so correct me if I'm wrong:confused5:

You're incorrect - the A Nikon to A mount adapter is screwed down firmly into the lens with two tiny screws.
 
That's much better

That's much better

That's much better- I didn't know there were tools involved..:emote_hippie:
 
Tiny hex key (supplied)...
I want to issue a warning about the prototype Allstar G-A adapter.
It's not ideal. It involves metal grinding on metal within the adapter, is almost impossible to adjust iris with the lens on the camera (expect blisters), and full range of the iris is not attainable in the two lenses I've tried. ( nikon 24mm/1.4 and tokina 11-16.
I'll probably be buying an Optitek pro-lock for "G"s now, unless a radically improved G-A adapter is developed. C'mon, Allstar!
 
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