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gary k. (kgk728) 0 pts

December 26, 2007 9:19 PM

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how to use m42 adapter on sony alpha100

i am trying to use m42 (takumar 50mm 1.4) lense with an adapter that was widely available
on line. adapter finally arrived(was so excited!) but the camera doesn't recognize it.
it says 'no camera attached'. is there any setting i need to do?
thanks

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gary k. (kgk728) 0 pts

December 26, 2007 10:38 PM

i got it! you need to set the shutter lock setting (no lense) to off.
took me a while reading through the manual looking for manual lense use(there was no such section, obviously)
do i deserve 20 pts for myself! lol

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Aditya D (Adhere) 7462 pts

January 3, 2008 10:32 PM

If using an m42 adapter also keep in mind you should find some way to adjust the metering. Places like Ritz camera and wolf camera sell small sets that fit over your older lenses in order to let your new SLR adjust.

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