old OM1 lenses + adapter +OLY-E620: How can I set manual controls (focus and exposure) on the new e620 and old OM1 lenses?
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I only use manual lenses with my E-620 and it works great. I use Nikon, Oly and Ziess lenses with adapters. You need to set the camera setting to MF, set the dial to M for manual controls. The E620 happily provides metering support for manual lenses regardless of Make. You would need to adjust the aperture manually on the lens and the Shutter Speed from the camera dial. Of course, you have to focus using the manual ring on the lens as well. That's it.
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Wow, that's a lot of information to digest! I can tell you really enjoy photography though-thanks for the help! I must have read your latest post like five times!Since I'm still I beginner, I have no idea how to operate the camera in A or M mode so I guess I'll leave the purchase of a prime lens for later on.~ Dan
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I just figured out how to do this today with my new lens. Since Sigma did not put the autofocus/manual focus switch on the lens itself, you need to go into the information menu (the i menu on the lower left side of the camera) and set your focus mode to manual (change the AF-A on the right side to MF). Once you override the autofocus on the camera, use the outer ring on the lens to focus. Hope this helps! Took me a little bit of research to find this. :)
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Go to www.olympusamerica.com and choose support. They have PDF's of the manual.
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Hi! you can use any FD to EOS adaptors. Of course you have to set the F/stop and focus yourself. Some of these adaptors work better than others. The adaptors from Fotodiox are much better made. They cost a little more but you will get no play with the lens on the adaptor. Hint, Mount the adaptor to the lens then the whole unit to the body. Make sure you have the index marks lined correctly or they lens or the adaptor will get stuck.. A little practice any they will be as sharp as the autofocus lenses...
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I can't answer for the E510, but I can for the E500. The E520 is a step up from the E500. They share lens. I switch back &Y; forth between the two, just depending on my mood. I believe both the E500 & E520 have been superseded. I believe the OM-D is now "the" body. I am a little upset with Olympus at the rapid upgrades & new models. Support on the E500 & E520 is not so good now.
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I supposed u are referring to extension lens. I bought 50-200 NX lens at Amazon again. I haven't tried out the manual mode yet so couldn't answer your question.
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I have the old Pentax as well and 4 lenses so I was wanting to know the same thing. I recently took my old lenses into a camera shop and they helped me quite a bit. You will have to focus manually with them of course but depending on what type of lens you have, some of them have the sensors and will adjust the exposure automatically. The guy at the shop did find a way to use the full manual lens but you have to create a custom setting for it in the menu for the camera to recognize the lens or the shutter won't even work. I plan to get the body and then replace lenses eventually as money allows. I have the old Pentax as well and 4 lenses so I was wanting to know the same thing. I recently took my old lenses into a camera shop and they helped me quite a bit. You will have to focus manually with them of course but depending on what type of lens you have, some of them have the sensors and will adjust the exposure automatically. The guy at the shop did find a way to use the full manual lens but you have to create a custom setting for it in the menu for the camera to recognize the lens or the shutter won't even work. I plan to get the body and then replace lenses eventually as money... » Read More I have the old Pentax as well and 4 lenses so I was wanting to know the same thing. I recently took my old lenses into a camera shop and they helped me quite a bit. You will have to focus manually with them of course but depending on what type of lens you have, some of them have the sensors and will adjust the exposure automatically. The guy at the shop did find a way to use the full manual lens but you have to create a custom setting for it in the menu for the camera to recognize the lens or the shutter won't even work. I plan to get the body and then replace lenses eventually as money allows. « Show Less
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I have absolutely no problems with the lens. I use the lens on an Olympus OMD-EM1 and thus do not activate the OIS on the lens. I also have the Olympus 14-80 and they both move smoothly in the same way.
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Try going to the custom menu and turning on Shoot w/o Lens. The lens is manual and the camera cannot use automatic settings.
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There are MA to MD adapters on ebay but you'll be stuck with manual focus. It isn't likely to be worth the cost and hassle. If you are looking, what is it you wanted to do and at what budget?
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You have to be able to turn the lens incasement in order to adjust focus.You also might need to clean the lens with soft lint free cloth to remove any fingerprints that may be on the lens.If you haven't got too far on the install, you maybe able to adjust then reinstall. I hope this helps.
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you likely have to use the manual focus ring on the lens itself. This adaptor doesn't allow for auto-focus capability.
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None that I found. Just open the Mobius up, loosen the lens set screw, take the old lens out and screw in the new one. Plug the Mobius into your PC and start it as a web cam to focus. After that tighten the lens set screw and your good to go. Tons of information can be found at rcgroup forum.
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I have these lens and I cannot use the autofocus, only manual. It won't focus no matter at what range. So disappointed..
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Have not made lens change however the manual establishes to use Lens type E Mount. You should check if your lens are compatible
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from what i know, yes the lenses are interchangable. i would do a little research to see if the insert is the same size and same lock. Also the E620 is an amazing camera, cant find anything it cant do.