FS: Official TWONEIL adapter

[twoneil]

Please visit the Official Website:
www.twoneil.com (http://www.twoneil.com)

35mm adapters for the HV20 & HV30
http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/357/diy35mmpro4lx9xo5.jpg

[marketmd]

How much?

[Ian Lim]

Way to go, Neil! :hv20-smilie77:

[birdmans]

If it's in my price range I'm in for sure!

[Pyrowizz]

How Much Did It Cost You To Make It?
Please PM Me The Answer.

[Nfect]

Hi,

can you also pm teh cost too ?

Thanks !

[vozo]

Cost??? I might be interested too!

Thanks!

[Ian Lim]

Highly recommended, I have ordered 1 static adapter from Twoneil. So far, the customer support has been top notch!

[Nfect]

So Neil,

When do you start a company ? ;)

Nick

[swaneon]

pmd about a possible purchase

[Ian Lim]

Superb! You're simply the best! :hv20-smilie70:

[Kazuka]

Neil, thanks for the update, much appreciated. Looking forward holding this beauty in my own hands :-)

[maz1989]

cost? does it need a battery pack to power the adapter? included?

[Nfect]

I feel you Kazuka ! This all look pretty good, CAN'T WAIT !!

[Ian Lim]

You will have one very soon, I'm sure... Don't worry, from now on I will take care of that 'baby'... :)

Guys, you gotta hurry get these adapters from Twoneil. He's a great guy. I can whole-heartly recommend him.

[maz1989]

can this adapter used with a xha1 or a gyhd101? if i got the right set up rings? or do u need a different quality lens?

[zephyrnoid]

Hey. I'm new to the whole DOF adapter world, BUT I have long time in still biz. I notice that none of the DOF adapters have what most still vets would immediately put on there, a focus arm. Why is that?

[Hv20Oceanside]

I just purchased this DOF adapter last night for the canon fd lens. I should have it in a little over a couple of weeks. I will let you guys know what I think once it arrives.

Cant wait!

[Maarten L]

Sounds VERY intresting. I've already send you an email / pm. I hope you will also ship to the Netherlands.. Like to hear from you soon!!!

[harkangelproductions]

How much?

[Kazuka]

Sounds VERY intresting. I've already send you an email / pm. I hope you will also ship to the Netherlands.. Like to hear from you soon!!!

He does, because I ordered one 2 weeks ago ;-)

[Tomtebo]

whats the price? that is all

[sedgwick_65]

Hi, Ive sent you an email and a message, I want to buy one from you, hope to hear from you soon, thanks.

[mahngo]

PM price plz. Thx!

[HV@]

Hi Neil,
could you please send my a prive (pm please).
Including shipping to The Netherlands :)

Thank you very much!

[maverickusa]

Can you PM me a price?

[tgiffilms]

please pm me a price

[brewno]

I'm very interested, I have a few Nikon lenses myself (I have a Nikon D50). Please PM me your price! Thank you. :hv20-smilie77:

[mbamber]

Ordered! :)

[Rikki]

Interested, please PM with price to UK thank you,

[Zacatac]

pm me a price while your at it, please...

ive always loved our adapter, been wanting to make one for a while

[VideJo]

Reading all price requests I get the feeling that twoneil is going to be a man in bonus in a while.
Time for an update on your username? ThreeNeil?

[Thimble_Guy]

Looks awesome, i am also interested. Can you PM me a price to the UK, thanks!.

[brandonesquire]

Hey, I'd love to know the price with, and without the lens too. thanks, man.

[Hv20Oceanside]

I just got my adapter from twoneil this week. After playing with it for a couple of days, my footage is great. The adapter is not easy to use. There is a learning curve on it, but buying from twoniel will save you time and money on the mistakes you will make if you assemble your own. I could post some screen grabs if any one is interested?

[brewno]

I just got my adapter from twoneil this week. After playing with it for a couple of days, my footage is great. The adapter is not easy to use. There is a learning curve on it, but buying from twoniel will save you time and money on the mistakes you will make if you assemble your own. I could post some screen grabs if any one is interested?

Definitely interested in seeing your work. :hv20-smilie77:

[sedgwick_65]

Well,

I received mine two days ago, and I gotta say, twoneil did a great job making this!

It is exactly like promised. The materials used were really great quality, and it came with instructions!

The picture quality is above what I expected for this adapter, and I'm really positively surprised! Footage looks very good, and I don't know what Hv20Oceanside means by a learning curve, b/c I had it up and running in like 3 minutes, from out of box to already focused and shooting.

Also, this is a great guy to make a transaction with, everything was very feast, he was prompt on responses, shipping was fast and before expected.

I give this whole experience including the adapter a 10/10, as everythign surpassed my expectations.

[havanother]

Can I add my name to the (long) list please? PM me a price and postage costs to New Zealand if you can work them out your end.

Ta very much

Havanother

[Decat]

I am interested plz pm me for a price to perth , australia

[3cmosHV50]

Put me down on the list for 'just gotta have one of these':hv20-smilie77:

[tao]

I've ordered mine to Neil.
I'm so exited. :D :D :D

[mbamber]

My 35mm adapter and lens (made by twoneil) was shipped today. I will post some footage as soon as it arrives. Lets see if it REALLY looks that good! :hv20-smilie77:

[RicanJoe]

Pm me a price.(Im in the US, And Im an excellent engineer and builder, I could help you manufacture)

[Atomicz]

hey pm me a price super intrested.

[Thematrixz]

Please PM price also (with and without lens)

Thanks

[sonu2c]

hi Can you PM me the Price i'm in Canada.

[Apuat]

Please PM me the price as well.

Thanks

[tao]

i received mine a few days ago :D

i'm testing a Nikon 50mm 1.4 Nikkor but i ve tried a 28/70 nikon zoom too (not bad but finally not so good :) )
I'm nearly sure that a 50 mm lens is a perfect choice (1.4 or 1.8 no big difference).

So, the adpater seems to works veryyyy well and the DOF can be extremly short !!

At the begenning, using a such adapter isn't really easy. You have to find your settings to get the pictures you want (2 days for me lol), the picture is inverted, etc. .

I paid $238,00 CAD in total cause the shipping to France is very expensive.
$238 CAD = round 160 €uros = round $238 USD


So thanks Neil ! your stuff is good :)

[FedericoAlgrenti]

I just order my DOF adapter and a Nikkon 50 mm. lens. The communication with twoneil are PERFECT, inmediately in any email.
I hope anxiouxly the adapter...I can't wait to start filming with it!!

Greetings for all, from Spain.

[3cmosHV50]

Thats the one thing about the DOF adapter that I cant seem to get out of my head the annoyance of the inverted picture, makes me rethink getting one

[RicanJoe]

Impressive. I think this is the most affordable 35mm adapter out there. Now to get more sales going, I suggest you begin to advertise in different forums and everywhere else, and offer to sell it with a step up/step down ring set to make it universal so that people (Or should I say film makers/videographers/cinematographers?) could use this unit with other camcorders as well. But thats my two cents, good luck :hv20-smilie03:

[mbamber]

Thats the one thing about the DOF adapter that I cant seem to get out of my head the annoyance of the inverted picture, makes me rethink getting one

That is the biggest downside... But I'm thinking like...mounting my camera upside down would work? My adapter should arrive tommorow!

[tao]

Thats the one thing about the DOF adapter that I cant seem to get out of my head the annoyance of the inverted picture, makes me rethink getting one

You are true. It's a problem. I'm thinking of mouting a small mirror at 90degree on the small screen.

[Rawfa]

Just ordered one for my Xh-A1 and for the Hv20. Neil is a great guy and replied my mail almost instantly. I'm really looking forward to trying it. It seems like an awesome tool for hand held work. It has got to be the smallest adapter I've ever seen.

[3cmosHV50]

A small mirror, eh?
sheer genius, that just might work.

Then there will be a market for the best homebuilt image inverter !

What about using two mirrors, like a periscope?
Wouldnt that also correct the reversal?:hv20-smilie64:

[digvid]

That is the biggest downside... But I'm thinking like...mounting my camera upside down would work? My adapter should arrive tommorow!

Get Cineform and your problem is solved.

[mbamber]

Get Cineform and your problem is solved.

Ya but not while filming.

[digvid]

Ya but not while filming.

Oh yeah there's that;)

[Thematrixz]

A dove prism will do the job, if we can find one that fits and reasonably priced. (Google it if you want more info)

[yannou]

Can you give me the final price including shipping to France please ?
Thanks.

[1m1]

I just received my adapter, I'm very happy with it. Also pleased with the customer service Neil provided. Now I have to get used to using it. :hv20-smilie77:

[mbamber]

I just received my adapter, I'm very happy with it. Also pleased with the customer service Neil provided. Now I have to get used to using it. :hv20-smilie77:

Are you in Australia? I have been waiting the arrival of my adapter...and it seems like its been way too long.

Neil has been very helpful though in the meantime.

I hope it comes...like today! :hv20-smilie51:

[mbamber]

I spoke too soon...it just arrived! :hv20-smilie110:


Opening box now...I'll post after I test it.

[mbamber]

So I thought I should make a video of how it arrived and my first footage...

Testing Twoneil's 35mm adapter:

http://www.vimeo.com/422023

[threadhanger]

Get Cineform and your problem is solved.

Can Neo HDV automatically flip the image while capturing?

[roomz]

Hi twoneil.

It's very nice!, I want to buy the WE.
but I live in Japan...
Could you tell me the final price including the shipping to Japan?

pm please.

[Dufi]

This looks interesting...I live in Slovakia...price with shipping to me pls? Thx dude....

[sonu2c]

I just Order Mine yesterday Hope to Get it soon then i'll put some footage twoNeil been giving good Customer support answering all my questions

[flycam]

The best solution IMHO is flipping the camera, and using an external monitor with a resolution > the built-in LCD's, since focusing cannot be left to the AF, and focusing HD on that tiny screen is not easy either.

[Kazuka]

What I do is I flip the lcd screen and put it back in its closed position. Now it's at least upside down, only downside is you have to look at the lcd on the side of the camera.

[Jasper]

Mine is not upside down if I try that, Kazuka.

[mbamber]

Mine is not upside down if I try that, Kazuka.

Mine either.

Dude must be trippin. (or doing the LCD hack?)

Please post some test shots with your new TwoNeil adapter...on Vimeo. I'll post some asap.

[Bloemetje]

First post ! Hi There :-)

mbamber, see http://www.cinevate.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=518

Greetz from the Netherlands

[Jasper]

If you use the LCD hack you don't have to flip the screen to see the image in its correct position.

[Bloemetje]

Jasper, I just put a link above your reply about the lcd hack or did you mean something else ?

[maz1989]

will this adapter require any additional support from rails to stop it falling off?

will the Canon WD-H43 0.7x Wide Angle Converter work with this dof adapter? is the adapter only fro the 50mm nikkon or can u use a wider nikkon lens like the 100mm or Nikon E-series 28mm

does the image appear upside down on hv20 lcd?

how much does the adapter weight?

thx maz1989,

[Worley]

1. I would recommend some support, but rails are not necessary. Just a simple telephoto lens support will do. The Manfrotto 293 for example. This not only supports the adapter, but helps in changing the focus.

3. The image will be upside down, yes.

[hunter]

In the description it lists "partially dust sealed". Can someone explain in greater detail what this means?

[Worley]

The end that attaches to the HV20 is protected with a UV filter. This prevents dust landing on the focusing screen.

The end to which the 35mm lens is attached has no such filter, so dust is free to fall on the focusing scree. So keep the lens screwed on when the adapter is not in use (and clean the screen as instructed before fixing on the lens for the first time.

[Mullet_Zuk]

Just received mine today... I can't wait to get home and try it out. Neil has been great about customer service... Very rarely do I have to wait more than 5 minutes for a reply to any email that I have sent him!!! Definately recommend doing business with him.

[sonu2c]

My adapter is on the order What other Nikkon Lenses can you use with this adapter beside 50mm , has anybody tried any other ones?

[Stephen]

Hi all- first time poster here, though long-time viewer (seems to be many of us like this huh?).

I was wondering if anyone had had any luck devising a way to correct the LCD output in real-time (ie- while filming) when using the adaptor. If so, what were your results? I understand mounting the camera updside down would work well for this as well, but then how do you support your adaptor when it is flipped upside down?

More questions- how are you guys shooting with this setup? Is it always tripod mounted or are you guys 'running and gunning' it handheld? How does this setup work with a steadicam setup (a la the merlin, steadicam, DIY setups)? Wouldn't the 35mm adaptor severely through of the balance when working with these setups? I was wondering if this was even a viable option since more than likely you'd be unable to mess with focus while operating a device like this.

Sorry for all the newbie questions- just a lot of thoughts running through my head. I recently purchased my DV20 and I am planning out my mods carefully now. Thanks so much!

[PTravel]

Please excuse a naive question, but I'm just starting to consider DOF adapters: would this adapter work with the Canon lenses from my 10D?

If it would, I'd like to be added to the list to get one.

Thanks.

[cinemasteve87]

Just ordered mine today. Very good customer service. twoneil answered every question I had for him very quickly and efficiently. I can't wait to test this 35mm beauty out.

[Ivan Fuentes]

what about light loss? how many stops?

[HV20_07]

Noob questions...

1) Whats the difference between having an achromat and not having one?

2) Is it necessary and/or beneficial to have one?

Also great looking adapter can't wait to get my camera and order one of these puppies.

[pedroquien]

Hi,

How does this compare with Brevis35, Letus35, etc.?

Peter

[RicanJoe]

Hi,

How does this compare with Brevis35, Letus35, etc.?

Peter THE PRICE IS RIGHT! :hv20-smilie03: just look at the videos shot with this on vimeo.com, I really couldn't tell the difference.

[b.soysal]

I'm planning to buy one of this adapters but the fact it's a static one makes me think. one the other side vibrating ones are lot more expensive.

Which types of lenses can we use with this adapter? Can we use this adapter with a variable zoom lens instead of a 50mm lens? And how much do those variable zoom lenses cost with a f/1.8? I have no photography background so please excuse my question.

[TiE_Shepherd]

Which types of lenses can we use with this adapter? Can we use this adapter with a variable zoom lens instead of a 50mm lens? And how much do those variable zoom lenses cost with a f/1.8? I have no photography background so please excuse my question.

I would assume you can use any manual focus nikon lenses. You should have no problems with using zoom lenses. The problem with zoom lenses is they're slower so you're going to need more light than you would with a f1.8 lens. Typically you're looking at spending more than the adapter costs to get faster zoom lenses.

[Banacek]

Hi,

Sorry for my basic-poor english, but Im Spanish.

I have 3 questions.

1) Whats the difference with/without vibrating system? Maybe the "noise"?
Becouse in all videos I see a really sharp quality of photo.

2) Its neccesary to "flip" the footage by post? I mean, maybe when I record
the movie I see all "flipped" Down is Up and Left is Right, and then I have
to fix the problem by the software.

3) It works with all Nikon Lenses? Becouse my girlfriend have a Nikon 70D with at least, 2 different lenses. Can I use it or I have to buy an speccific one?

Thats all.

Thanks.
Banacek.

[Rikki]

1) pretty much, or sometimes you will be able to make out the focusing screen in the final footage - and any dirt or dust is immediately noticable.

2) yes, simple 180 degree flip in Vegas sorts it out

3) you really need a fast lens, ideally a prime due to light loss. Im using a f1.8 50mm but will be going for a 1.4 shortly.

[JasonAllen127]

1st post here, and I'd like to admit up front that I'm not an HV20 user, but I came across this 35mm adapter discussion...

I've used several Professionally made 35mm adapters and some home-brewed systems like this one before, and as long as the focal distance between your 35mm lens and the matte screen is constant and according to lens mount specs, all compatible lenses should work.

I've got a pile of old Nikkor (and various other) lenses that I've inherited collected over the years for my 35mm gear, and have successfully tested or used the following on various 35mm adapters:
28mm f/2.5 Vivitar for Nikon
28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-D Nikkor
35mm f/2 Nikkor P
50mm f/1.4 Nippon Kogaku P
50mm f/1.8 Nikkor P
55mm f/1.2 Hanimex M42/Pentax mount adapted for Nikon-F
80-200mm f/2.8 AF-D Nikkor
85mm f/1.4 Nikkor AI-P
85-205mm f/3.8 Vivitar for M42/Pentax adapted for Nikon-F
105mm f/2.5 Nikkor P
135mm f/2.8 Nikkor P
200mm f/4.0 Nikkor P
300mm f/2.8 Nikkor P
300mm f/4.0 Nikkor P

Depending on loss of light through various adapters, some lenses worked better than others. The only lenses that proved difficult to get enough light for were the 85-205mm Vivitar, and the 28-80mm Nikkor, which are both relatively dim lenses compared to the Prime lenses, and pro 80-200 f/2.8 zoom lens.

The longer focal lengths are also difficult to work with, because any lens jitters that you'll get from adjusting the focus will be highly visible.

Below is a listing of lenses that I had vignetting issues with on Pro 35mm adapters:
10.2mm f/? AF Nikkor fisheye
14mm f/2.8 Nikkor "full frame" fisheye
16mm f/2.8 "full frame" fisheye (3rd party lens, for Nikon-F)
ALL Nikkor DX series AF-S lenses (plus, no aperture control on the lens!)

Right now, I'm getting set to do a DIY kit so that I may have this fantastic depth of field not only on my 35mm cams, but on my MiniDV cam.

Great camera work, fellas! I like what I've seen on this forum.

[Oceanzen]

That looks very interesting

Is this the right lens?http://www.portagadgets.com/uk/product.php?productid=24012

I alredy have a Raynox wide angle 6600 52mm thread - would that be any good?

Also how much is shipping to UK? Do you take Paypal?
Thanks

[palabared]

Yay, just ordered mine. Can't wait! Now i just need an hv20. Anyone want a panasonic pv-gs500 :(

he does take paypal.

yes that wide angle lens would work

~ed

[FedericoAlgrenti]

Hi!!

I've been received the 35mm static adaptor for twoneil, and I would like to say that IS GREAT!!!!
So, is a little bit to operate properly, but in three or four days everything is ok.
Now, my actual problem is to buy an external monitor to flip the image, and find the right support in my tripod.
Any Suggestion?

Thanks, and over all, MANY THANKS to twoneil!!!!

Federico

[attrition4u]

As someone who has ordered and is now waiting on this adapter, I was wondering if some of you that have received and made use of yours could give tips and/or explain why everyone seems to point out the "learning curve". What exactly is it that is hindering your initial runs with the adapter on?

[DirectorDarren]

Hi Twoneils

How much for this adaptor including delivery to UK?

[cinemasteve87]

Just received Twoneil's Winter Edition today, and I am quite impressed. Even though I have a small mirror + lcd hood to flip the image for me, it still takes some time to get used to the inverted image. However, I love the results! If any of you are looking for an affordable and effective adapter with great customer service, Twoneil is the person to go to.

[Gouda]

Whats up man. Fill me in one how i can get one of these. Totally want to buy one. and also which nikon lenses should i look at. thanks bud

[Worley]

Look at the first post in this thread. All the details on how to purchase are there!

Twoneil will sort you.

[Gouda]

Look at the first post in this thread. All the details on how to purchase are there!

Twoneil will sort you.

Thanks bud

[toxotis70]

I want one too...

[Karim]

I received my adapter from Twoneil yesterday and I'm very satisfied. It was exactly as he advertised, works great, looks great and shipping took 24 hours! Twoneil answered all my e-mails within a matter of hours. I definitely recommend his adapter!

[media_jedi]

Just got my adaptor and I am very impressed. It was the talk of the store where I work, (pro video/photo reseller) with everyone amazed how good the quality was for the price!

[MithrilFox]

If I order one of these, do I need any additional adapters or step-up rings or anything like that? With just a HV20, could I order one and put it on?

[bimpatiens]

http://www.hv20.com/image.php?u=230&dateline=1195377222Sorry - I know this has been asked before, perhaps.. could you please comment about your MATTE box...er, ...ah.. the one in this avatar: http://www.hv20.com/image.php?u=230&dateline=1195377222 - what make, cost, etc? Thanks!@

[cinemasteve87]

If I order one of these, do I need any additional adapters or step-up rings or anything like that? With just a HV20, could I order one and put it on?

Read the fine print. It says that you do not need any additional items except for a 50mm Nikon lens. The step up ring comes with the adapter.

[DirectorDarren]

I have old lenses for an konica minolta x700 which are fantastic. would it be possible to get an adaptor to fit these lenses?

[Status]

Soon as I get the money, I'll be ready to place my order. :)

[koolpenguin89]

Just received my adaptor, and i couldnt be happier. I would recommend this adapter to anyone, very affordable and very high quality. thanks neil.

dylan

[Ryanmv11]

http://aycu04.webshots.com/image/43603/2002470420382284875_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002470420382284875)

[TradeMark]

Hey, my adapter should be arriving any day now. He has been incredible with answering emails.

Can someone post a picture/workflow of their inversed screen setup? I would be interested in doing something like that because recording upside down might be quite a pain.. lol...

[svar]

I have some questrions about this:

1: what is the difference between a static adapter and a none static?
2: what does it means "without an achromat"? (what is an achromat?)


Thanks for all help :)

[Lederhosen19]

svar -
1. The difference is that in a non-static (A vibrating, for example) the focusing screen is slightly vibrated to create a better image. The other kind is spinning. This provides the best video, but is the lest common.
2. The achromat is a lens put between the camera and adapter to create a clearer image and reduce barrel distortion and edge blur. But this is not necessary for the HV20 since the thread size is 43mm.

Hope this helps!

[Ryanmv11]

http://aycu26.webshots.com/image/43265/2001718014487211218_rs.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2001718014487211218)

[palabared]

I just got my adapter a couple days ago, and will get my hv20 in a couple weeks. I was wondering how you all store the adapter? I will be traveling and carrying it in a camera/laptop backpack for a few months and wonder what the best container would be for it?

~Ed

[cinemasteve87]

Nice pics Ryan!

Here's mine:

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a212/gimpystevie/birdbath.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a212/gimpystevie/cup.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a212/gimpystevie/statue.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a212/gimpystevie/poopie1.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a212/gimpystevie/poopie2.jpg

[BlueSquares]

Is there any way this will accommodate a Canon EF mount? Maybe with something like this (http://cgi.ebay.com/Adapter-35mm-Nikon-F-Lenses-to-Canon-DSLR-Bodies_W0QQitemZ360026221625QQihZ023QQcategoryZ485 56QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)?

[twoneil]

Is there any way this will accommodate a Canon EF mount? Maybe with something like this (http://cgi.ebay.com/Adapter-35mm-Nikon-F-Lenses-to-Canon-DSLR-Bodies_W0QQitemZ360026221625QQihZ023QQcategoryZ485 56QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem)?

I assembled 35mm adapters with an EOS mount for the Canon EF before.
I decided to discontinue them since I highly recommend Nikon lenses instead.

You will be able to control the aperture of the Nikon lens; you cannot with the EF.

[snugglysheep]

is it realistic to focus with the built in LCD using this adapter?

also, do i understand correctly that if you flip the LCD upside down and then put it against the camera, the image will be right side up but still inverted left to right?

[Ulysses]

I'm very interested in this. Though I still don't understand some things.

The HV20 will be zoomed in to the focusing screen, so in fact is only filming the picture off the adapter. This should mean I have to focus with the adapter. Right? How is that achieved? Is there a way to do this remotely for steadycam use?

How many lenses will I need? The raynox hd6600 won't work I guess.

Will I have to measure the distance of the camera to the filmed object and calculate the DOF, then adjusting the lens?

There seems to be alot of reasons to buy this adapter. What advantages do the more expensive adapters have?

Lots of questions but I need to know what I'm getting into before I buy something that maybe won't suit my needs.

Thank you.

[Vennegoor]

I ordererd one from twoneil, quick reply!! Can't wait to have it soon.

[tetedekiwi]

I'm new on this forum, hello everyone by the way.

I've just ordered one of his famous adapter from Twoneil. He is really quick on reply! I can't stand beginning filming with that adapter!

Jonathan.

[Piffer]

Hello

I have had an account on this website for just over a month, but this is in fact my first post.

I have ordered an adapter from twoneil and received it this weekend. It works great, and he shipped the thing out on or around the time he said he would. I know this may look suspicious, a newbie posting a complimentary comment, but I assure you, this is legit stuff. I can only speak for myself, but I am a satisfied customer.

-Cole-

[phanatik]

Piffer,

Post some pics and or footage...


thats if he didn't pay u for ur last post. (j/k)

[anthonyt]

hello, im very interested in this adapter. im wondering can i use other lenses (nikon mount) by tamron or sigma? owh yes and i assume i need to get a lens with manual f control ? thanks. I noticed some vignetting though.

[Piffer]

Unfortunately, I will not have footage to post for awhile. I do not possess a computer with the capabilities to capture footage properly. Any footage I do post will be squeezed to 4:3, as I have a mac mini with OSX 10.3.9 and my version of iMovie cannot letterbox. I am saving for an iMac and getting Final Cut Studio as well.

[Mr. Kubrick]

Unfortunately, I will not have footage to post for awhile. I do not possess a computer with the capabilities to capture footage properly. Any footage I do post will be squeezed to 4:3, as I have a mac mini with OSX 10.3.9 and my version of iMovie cannot letterbox. I am saving for an iMac and getting Final Cut Studio as well.


Hi Friend.. I'm a macmini user and I have installed on it the Final Cut Express HD 3.5, it works nice and flawlessly on the Macmini. so i just recommend you to buy the new version of Final Cut Express 4.0 its cheaper (than FCP) and very powerfull. the one and only step back is that No 24p editing is possible. But in this forum some guy one time wrote about the natress plug ins (G Film Plus), and have them installed on my mini, they are terrific. and the results are unnoticeable. So think about it. and good luck.
:hv20-smilie77:

[anthonyt]

im interested in getting this for my new hv20 ! price for shiping to malaysia please thax

[Steve Kahn]

Could someone please posts some tests of this adapter as well as vibrating adapters pointing them at the sky or a very bright even surface?

The test would be to change the aperture of the 35mm prime lens and to observe how much one could stop down the lens before grain can be seen from the focusing screen.

Please see this blog for more info... http://web.mac.com/stevecahill/Steve_Cahills_Blog/Blog/Entries/2008/3/9_DOF_Test_with_Letus_EX_and_EX1.html

[Steve Kahn]

double post

[anthonyt]

Waiting for reply to purchase

[Marshallator]

I have a question about a lens for the adaptor. Would a f1.8 be fast enough? Like this one? http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-50mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/dp/B00005LEN4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1205332274&sr=1-1

I'd like a faster one, but they are SO much more money, I'd rather have the f1.8 if the difference is marginal.

[palabared]

Ive got the f1.8 but it is manual focus (MF) which he recommends and not AutoFocus. Mine was like 35$ on ebay, much cheaper than the AF.

[Steve Kahn]

I have a question about a lens for the adaptor. Would a f1.8 be fast enough? Like this one? http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-50mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/dp/B00005LEN4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1205332274&sr=1-1

I'd like a faster one, but they are SO much more money, I'd rather have the f1.8 if the difference is marginal.The difference is indeed pretty marginal between a 1.4 and 1.8.

Shooting at 1.8 you will still have a very short dof.

The only real difference is probably lens quality, that is the optics of the 1.4 may be much better with larger glass so edge aberrations will be less, than a 1.8. (to this point, many dps will not shoot under f5.6 so as to eliminate edge aberrations associated due to a wide open lens)

[Ryanmv11]

I have a question about a lens for the adaptor. Would a f1.8 be fast enough? Like this one? http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-50mm-Nikkor-Digital-Cameras/dp/B00005LEN4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=photo&qid=1205332274&sr=1-1

I'd like a faster one, but they are SO much more money, I'd rather have the f1.8 if the difference is marginal.

I use hat exact lens. It focuses very very quick. In a matter of three seconds usually at the longest for me.
I highly recommend this lens but you could probably find it cheaper on ebay.

[mohabitar]

Im extremly new to all this camera stuff. Few questions. What do I need to get started? A HV20, a Nikon Lens, and the adapter thats being sold here? Are there any other adapters for sale that are from a real retailer that are under $200 and good quality? Or would this one be a good buy? Would all this be easy to set up right of out the box or will I need some camera experience? Any comments or advice would be strongly appreciated. Thank You

[Marshallator]

Do you guys have any trouble keeping the adapter clean? Do you have to put on a UV filter, or do you have to clean it somehow?

[TradeMark]

Just got my adapter the other day. Twoneli is amazing with his response to questions and conerns. A real professional I must say.

To those who have the adapter I have a question. Once you zoom in to get rid of any vignetting (shadows around the edges) and you have focused on a subject, are you able to now zoom in even closer and still focus. I find with the adapter I cant zoom in close anymore, that I am only able to get focus at certain zoom lengths. Is this normal? I have to get used to the upside down filming but overall the adapter is sweet.

[Edgen]

Is there another adapter out there that flips it automatically? Having a flipped Vertical/Horizontal would drive me nuts.

Does anyone have any 'negatives' about having the adapter? (trademark's comment on not being able to zoom, etc.)

Also, anyone in LA that would be willing to rent their adapter to me for a film shoot next weekend.

/j

[jnuts]

Sent an email to pre-order :)

[canuck88]

I have old lenses for an konica minolta x700 which are fantastic. would it be possible to get an adaptor to fit these lenses?

Me too, and I just made a post about it before I saw this... have you found any info out? I'd love to make use of these Rokkor-X lenses!

[snugglysheep]

i just ordered mine... glad i got in when i did!

[Worley]

I find with the adapter I cant zoom in close anymore, that I am only able to get focus at certain zoom lengths. Is this normal? I have to get used to the upside down filming but overall the adapter is sweet.

If you have zoom lenses, you can use those to zoom. See this video. (http://vimeo.com/770415)

Use the zoom on the HV20 to focus in close on the adapters screen, then use the zoom on your 35mm zoom lens to zoom in on whatever you are filming.

Results are better in good light, with a fast lens. The video was shot using a Vivitar zoom lens, max. aperture 3.5. Although shot inside, the light was good (despite the rain).

[snugglysheep]

I do not accept pre-orders anymore.
The priority list has grown too much to handle!

Hopefully, production will start sooner than anticipated (~June)

wait, does this mean if i've already paid i won't be receiving my adapter until after june :hv20-smilie119:?

[twoneil]

Those who already paid will be included in the priority list.
I will definitely ship the adapter way way before June.


It only means that I will not accept any pre-orders until ~June.

[acronomic]

Can somebody tell me if there is a notable difference between a static adapter vs a vibrating adapter? Thank you.

[Worley]

Noticable difference? Yes, if there is dust, dirt, scratches on the focusing screen, you will see those on a static adapter. A vibrating adapter will mask them.

[H20Cepeda]

MSG me. Do you take Paypal? i want one.
Thanks.

[Sutebia]

Thanks for the professionalism with my order. I'm moving to Korea in May and i had hoped to have my camera done by then i'm only missing one thing the 35MM adapter. When do you think they will be shipping>?


Thanks :hv20-smilie03::hv20-smilie71:

[Status]

Wow. I have to wait until June AND you raised the price? DAMN! :(

[Dota]

howcome the tutorial on Daniel's page for the 35mm won't work...the pdf is like screwed up.

[Dota]

actually, where can i find a tutorial on how to build a static diy 35mm adapter...all i see is vibrating on daniel's....

[jamezmon]

i want one :hv20-smilie122: you look like you've been swamped with lazy noob morons like myself, what should i do - wait until you've recovered or ... dare i say it, try to build one myself?

Btw What's the exact spec for the nikon lens you recommend?

Cheers me dears :hv20-smilie09:

[booggerg]

I want an adapter! Let me know if it's still available and the delivery time. Thanks.

[curiousparty]

As far as I know, Twoneil recommends the 50mm 1.8 (1.4 is better but costs double) and the 85mm 1.8. AF ones are not necessary 'cause with the adapter you shoot manual focus anyway. Go to ebay and try your luck there, you might find some decent deals.

[jmpoure]

I would like to order a 35 mm adapter.
How to order ?

[Edgen]

Here's my first test shoot with Twoneil Deluxe HD 35mm Adapter. :)

http://www.vimeo.com/825376

Thanks Neil!

/j

[Blind Bob]

Hi Neil.

I am very interested in buying one of your fine adapters. Could you please pm me shipping cost to germany?

Thanks a lot in advance,

Bob

[HV20_07]

Will an Auto focus lens such as this:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/97388-REG/Tamron_AF77N700_Zoom_W_A_Telephoto_AF_28_80mm.html

work with the adapter or do I have to stick with manual focus lenses. I saw footage with a letus35 mini using the lens above and the image looked great although it has an f stop of 3.5. Power up those lights.

Also, any suggestions for which cavision rods to use with this adapter...I'd like to add on a follow focus and Cine City matte box.

[PappasArts]

Isn't Twoneil's adapter static. The ""Twoneil Deluxe HD"" adapter you mention is being the vibrating type.

Can you explain about this adapter?

Thanks


Here's my first test shoot with Twoneil Deluxe HD 35mm Adapter. :)

http://www.vimeo.com/825376

Thanks Neil!

/j

[Edgen]

Isn't Twoneil's adapter static. The ""Twoneil Deluxe HD"" adapter you mention is being the vibrating type.

Can you explain about this adapter?

Thanks

Yes, this is the vibrating adapter. it's the "Twoneil Deluxe HD"

The vibrating part helps get rid of the dust particles, but because of the vibrating lens you sacrifice a small amount of clarity and sharpness.

after handling the 35 adapter, I now know the meaning of the term, 'Check the Gate' which is the term for checking to lens to make sure no dust or hair particles are visible. otherwise, you'll have to re-shoot that scene or rotoscope the hair out of there. (which is a real bummer)

/j

[koolpenguin89]

Edgen, im pretty sure neil never made vibrating adapters, i think he left that to worley. Your sure yours is a vibrating adapter? with a battery and all?

Dylan

[twoneil]

Yes, I do not mass produce Vibrating adapters.
I only made three of them (Twoneil's, Edgen's & Shrigg's) and will make no more.
I have promised Worley & Tkmslee that I will stay static...and static it will be.

[Edgen]

ya, mine was a custom made 35 from Neil. I definitely feel 'lucky' to have this one :)

/j

[vnguyen]

My adapter didn't come with a step up ring. Is a 43mm to 58mm step up ring required to work with the adapter? I need to go buy one since I have a planned shoot this weekend.

[twoneil]

My adapter didn't come with a step up ring. Is a 43mm to 58mm step up ring required to work with the adapter? I need to go buy one since I have a planned shoot this weekend.

The Nikon tubes does not have a standard threading.
Your adapter should already include a 43mm directly.

Let me know.

[Zain]

looks like a great pice of kit. Can I ask how much including a 50mm Nikon lens - shipped to the UK?

Thanks

[Sutebia]

The best!!! Thanks twoneil you are the man!!!!!!!

I'm so happy!

[ChrisK]

Yeah. I've got mine and I'm beginning to shoot right now for some tests...

I'll show you the footages as soon as I upload it on Vimeo.

[Vennegoor]

Mine arrived yesterday.
For those of you interested, here is my demo movie:

http://www.vimeo.com/860676

[snugglysheep]

could you tell me what filter is used to partially dust seal the camera? it seems to have disappeared from the original post.

[Steve Kahn]

How big of an issue is dust and dust particles?

In a really blown out image (say one with a lot of sky) is it possible to see the focusing screen (especially if you stop down the lens)?

[Sutebia]

Footage ASAP. just a little busy right now. I'm loving the adapter!

thanks

[David]

just a little busy, right now I'm loving the adapter!

Eeeewwwwwwww :hv20-smilie31:

[ChrisK]

I'm posting two sequences I made with the adapter in the Footages part of the forum.

[ryanrempfer]

What kind of Nikon 50mm lens do you suggest?

I was browsing them earlier and there are so many different kinds.

[twoneil]

What kind of Nikon 50mm lens do you suggest?

I was browsing them earlier and there are so many different kinds.

Any kind as long as it is a Nikon lens.
Though, many prefer the manual lenses because of the smoother focus ring.

http://www.microglobe.co.uk/catalog/images/NIKAF5018D.jpghttp://www.ritzcam.com/catalog/images/Nik50f2_318.jpghttp://www.ritzcam.com/catalog/images/Nikon50Ebb.jpg

[ryanrempfer]

Can you use any 50mm camera lens or does it have to be nikon? And I am sorry if that is a stupid question. Also can you use a 28mm lens and get an improved fish eye look with the adapter? What effect would it have? Would it even be worth it?

[Worley]

Any lens with the Nikon F mount. It does not have to be a Nikon-branded lens.

[rafdesign]

Is there any update on the waiting list/availability? Last word was no orders before june.
thx

[Blind Bob]

Is it also possible to use a wide angle lens with the adapter? any experiences?

[Ian-T]

Eeeewwwwwwww :hv20-smilie31:lol..

[HunkGolden]

I received mine on Friday twoneil, thank you sir. It rained all weekend, so I didn't really get a chance to use it. I intend too this coming weekend though, weather permitting.

[szlevi]

So it wouldn't work with my Canon DSLR lenses, right? Or is there a way to use them?:hv20-smilie51:

[ryanrempfer]

just ordered mine :)

[hammerfilm]

Got mine the other day. Don;t think I will ever take it off.

[Cpt.Comix]

can I avoid the purchasing of a ww-adapter, if I buy the relevant nikon-lenses-aquivalent? So I guess here 30mm, or 28mm. Or did I made a logic mistake?

[anthonyt]

anyone knows where to get a step up ring 43 - 58mm in melbourne ? thanks

[halcali]

would this lens work? - http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/2885af.htm

what are the cons of higher f rated lenses, f1.8, f3, etc. ?

is the only con of a AF lens that the focus ring is less smooth in operation?

[KubrickApostle]

Has anyone found a place to order a Ee-A focus screen. No were to be found...

[snugglysheep]

hey twoneil, i emailed you a couple days ago and still haven't gotten response. are there any updates on the status of my adapter?

[jackson may]

hey does anyone know if the different focusing screens Ee-A or Ee-S make a whole lot of difference? I know one is easier to focus but one lets in more light? And which one does twoneil use?

cheers.

[halcali]

if i wanted wide angle capability should i be looking for a 50mm wide angle prime lens... is there such a thing? or do i need to get a wide angle adapter that attaches to a 50mm prime lens?

[koolpenguin89]

You wouldnt use a 50mm lens, you would use something like a 23mm.

Dylan

[zeroc]

just ordered mine yesterday :)

[barrysanders20]

Is the wait time still 60 days? I would like to get once as well. Also, would this be the appropriate lens to use?

http://www.adorama.com/NK5018AFDR.html?sid=1209569574196813

[dhays88]

Is the wait time still 60 days? I would like to get once as well. Also, would this be the appropriate lens to use?

http://www.adorama.com/NK5018AFDR.html?sid=1209569574196813


Thats the lens I use. I bought it new at BH for 110.

[snugglysheep]

it's been nearly 7 weeks (i ordered when the wait time was 4 weeks) and i still haven't gotten my adapter and no responses to my emails :hv20-smilie51:

[twoneil]

it's been nearly 7 weeks (i ordered when the wait time was 4 weeks) and i still haven't gotten my adapter and no responses to my emails :hv20-smilie51:


Hmmmm... I answer emails daily.
What is your email address? PM me please.

The delay is still due to the focusing screen.
I'm receiving bit by bit this month.

[palabared]

how does everyone carry their adapter? I will be traveling in a few months and will have my hv30 and a macbookpro in a backpack in asia and was wondering what the best case/shell would work to hold the adapter when not on the camera?

~Ed

[xbourque]

can I avoid the purchasing of a ww-adapter, if I buy the relevant nikon-lenses-aquivalent? So I guess here 30mm, or 28mm. Or did I made a logic mistake?

I tried TwoNeil's adapter with a Nikon 35mm f2.0 lens. That's a somewhat wideish lens, but once you zoom in a little to get rid of some vignetting, you're basically no better than the stock HV20 lens at full wide (43mm).

It works, but if you focus on far-away subjects (infinity focus or close to it), you get super deep depth of field (which is expected with a wideangle lens, of course). This means that your precious DOF adapter is not very useful in that scenario... basically introducing various artifacts (vignetting, chroma aberration, ground glass dust and imperfections, light loss) without adding any real benefit (shallow depth of field).

If you use the same lens to shoot close-ups, then you're OK I guess.

The adapter tends to shine more with normal (50mm) and telephoto lenses.

[mohabitar]

Just got mine last week. Love it so far...just hate this whole upside down thing havent got used to it yet...

anyway heres some sample clips. If you have a slow connection i recommend the youtube version cuz it loads much much faster (In my opinion, the youtube video looks like it has better quality):

http://vimeo.com/979679

http://youtube.com/watch?v=Plsu0EgSYdg

[BlondeBoyL]

These adapters look awesome but neil have you developed something to deal with the inverted picture? Do you sell something or make something so I wont have to use an external monitor flipped to see the image properly? I know I can flip the image in post but that can get annoying after a while.

[David]

have you developed something to deal with the inverted picture?

Much easier said than done. Look at how much the flip adapters cost for the mainstream adapters. There's a fair amount of high quality optic work involved if you want a flipped image with little light loss.

Take a look at the DIY flip hack and add a button to your camera that flips the image.

http://www.hv20.com/showthread.php?t=429

Or hire jehugarcia to do it for you.

http://www.hv20.com/showthread.php?t=10580

[Dunstan]

Just to say mine arrived today. Ordered April 1st, arrived May 12th.

Unfortunately I broke my camera over the weekend, and it has to go off to Canon for repair, so I won't be able to use the adaptor for at least 3 weeks :(

[VidmakerEC]

Even though I've been busy at work, couldn't resist to open up the package and test the adapter out. Thanks Twoneil!http://www.hv20.com/images/smilies2/hv20-smilie77.gif I will shoot something as soon as school is over. The only issue I had was trying to white balance; for some reason I couldn't do it with the adapter on, the icon kept blinking. Should I WB without the adapter first, then attach it? Other than that I really happy. Time to shoot something new!!!

[rcstockman25]

Hey everyone. Not that anyone doubts how great this adaptor is, but I got my yesterday. It's amazing! Thanks Twoneil! Footage soon to be uploaded.

[palabared]

Even though I've been busy at work, couldn't resist to open up the package and test the adapter out. Thanks Twoneil!http://www.hv20.com/images/smilies2/hv20-smilie77.gif I will shoot something as soon as school is over. The only issue I had was trying to white balance; for some reason I couldn't do it with the adapter on, the icon kept blinking. Should I WB without the adapter first, then attach it? Other than that I really happy. Time to shoot something new!!!

is that a WA lens on it? how does that affect the quality? i ordered a raynox 6600 but dont know if i should use it with the 35mm adapter or not

[koolpenguin89]

You cant use it with a 35mm adapter. For wide angle, you buy a wide angle (28mm instead of 50mm) slr lens.

Dylan

[VermontBlues]

Hello,

This is my first post! I found this forum through an internet search which turned up some of TwoNeil's excellent work on Vimeo. Just ordered my TwoNeil adapter yesterday along with an HV30 and a Nikon 50 f1.4 from BHPhoto.com. I am planning on using this gear alongside my SONY V1-U for wedding videography. I am hoping this will help add some of the selective focus we use all the time in our wedding photography (http://www.SaintPhallePhoto.com)! Will post some footage once the shortage of parts ends and TwoNeil ships my adapter!

Andre

[Status]

Is the wait still 60 days?

[ErdalX]

Got my Adapter 1 week ago (or was ist 2? dunno) and i have to say really good work! Thumbs up!

Just received my cam today and i tested the adapter and everything is great.
Twoneil responses very quickly to Emails also he payed my money back after i send him my own focusingscreen.

So what more can you expect?

Hopefully i will find tomorrow some time so i can post some footage.

Thx twoneil :)

PS: sry for my bad english

[HV50]

Hi,
I'm about to purchase your kit and I've sent 2 e-mails asking you wether the wait was still 60 days and apparently you haven't received them. Therefore, I'm asking this very question here.
Thank you !

[twoneil]

Hi,
I'm about to purchase your kit and I've sent 2 e-mails asking you wether the wait was still 60 days and apparently you haven't received them. Therefore, I'm asking this very question here.
Thank you !

Yes, it is still 60days. The information is correct and updated.
Although, I might have a few (6 more orders) that will take less than 60days.

Please PM me or email me again. I'll also double check my spam mail.


Also, I will not have any stocks after all. The priority list have devoured my future potential stocks of 35mm adapters.

[duey101]

Got mine on order, Twoniel is a solid guy and answers email questions promptly. Can't wait to get mine and start my shoot as my script is ready. Now, where am I going to find a Nikkor 50mm 1.1.2 lens for less than $500.00?

[rcstockman25]

You really think you need a 1.2? I have a 1.8 and its amazing, even in low light.

[Jwymon]

Yeah it seems like with a 1.2 you would focus on a person's nose and their face would look like a puddle of mud :D .

[David]

Yeah it seems like with a 1.2 you would focus on a person's nose and their face would look like a puddle of mud :D .

Yeah, but a 1.2 allows you to stop down a bit and get a little closer to the sweet spot of the lens which is rarely, if ever, wide open.

[Enigma]

Sorry if this has been asked before, but is there a way to eliminate vignetting completely with this adapter on (e.g. with zooming in)?

[twoneil]

Sorry if this has been asked before, but is there a way to eliminate vignetting completely with this adapter on (e.g. with zooming in)?

Yes, the Ee-A focusing screen has virtually no vignetting.
Unfortunately, it's out of stock everywhere.

[bluegrass]

Yeah it seems like with a 1.2 you would focus on a person's nose and their face would look like a puddle of mud :D .

So the speed affect the dof. I'm starting to get setup with a dof adaptor and i new the speed affected the light and such but i didn't realize it played such a big part in dof. of course that narrow of dof wouldn't be good if you were trying to capture a persons face.

[twoneil]

So the speed affect the dof. I'm starting to get setup with a dof adaptor and i new the speed affected the light and such but i didn't realize it played such a big part in dof. of course that narrow of dof wouldn't be good if you were trying to capture a persons face.

Exactly!

The focal length is also a factor.
i.e An 85mm f1.8 has shallower depth of field than a 50mm f1.4

And lastly, the Ee-S triples the shallowness compared to the Ee-A.

[snookie]

hello twoneil.. what is the current actual wait time if i place an order in about a week?

thanks!

[karhere]

I really want to order one...like now...but I have a couple of questions:

1) I will be leaving to film 7/20/08 - could I get it by that date? Ideally, it would be great to get a week before I leave so that I can mess around with it.

2) Also, can I still use a wide angle adapter and other filters with this adapter if I choose to do so?

Thanks!:hv20-smilie03:

[TheoO]

I don\t know if it's just me but i see vignetin in all samples.. and other ppls samples

[dolphinnose]

Can this DOF adapter be used on a DVX100B with an appropriate step-down ring(s)? Thanks

[twoneil]

Can this DOF adapter be used on a DVX100B with an appropriate step-down ring(s)? Thanks

It will work on the HV20/30 or other camcorders with a 43mm filter thread or smaller.
Unfortunately, it will not work on the DVX100B.


I don\t know if it's just me but i see vignetin in all samples.. and other ppls samples

Yes, that is normal since the adapter does not have an achromat.
Also, the focusing screen Ee-S produces vignetting while the Ee-A has virtually none.

[meshmaker]

hello twoneil
which tripode used in your brochure?? is that very comfortable with your
adapter?

http://www.hv20.com/showthread.php?t=2825

[thebossman]

if i pay more will i get it faster? :hv20-smilie03:

[draino3112]

:hv20-smilie58:Got my TwoNeil adapter Fri 5/31. One problem, it came so fast I didn't have time to buy my Nikon 50mm lens to go with it yet!!! (It's on it's way now:) I couldn't say more about dealing with TwoNeil. Quick e-mail responses and helped me with finding a lens (ebay, $117). So if your thinking about buying because like me you saw the footage have no worries. I'll post more about the adapter when I shoot something with it.

Placed order on May 8th.

Adam

First thing I shot with my HV30.
http://www.vimeo.com/1085902

[adzza]

Email sent Neil. Very keen to buy one!

Cheers, Adam. (not same Adam as above, lol)

[zeroc]

:hv20-smilie58:Got my TwoNeil adapter Fri 5/31. One problem, it came so fast I didn't have time to buy my Nikon 50mm lens to go with it yet!!! (It's on it's way now:) I couldn't say more about dealing with TwoNeil. Quick e-mail responses and helped me with finding a lens (ebay, $117). So if your thinking about buying because like me you saw the footage have no worries. I'll post more about the adapter when I shoot something with it.

Placed order on May 8th.

Adam

First thing I shot with my HV30.
http://www.vimeo.com/1085902

I agree with that draino3112, Twoniel keeps a good relation with his customers... He also helped me pick a lens & also responded to every email I've sent not more than 24hrs.


Got my Nikon 50mm f/1.8d lens today. Enjoy the pics :P
Will post my work soon on vimeo.


Way to go Niel!

[David]

Is that a microphone in the dead-cat or it is just happy to see me?

:hv20-smilie87:


http://www.hv20.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1834&d=1212573649

[zeroc]

Yes its the Rode Video mic in Deadcat.

[winston vargas]

Hey. I'm new to the whole DOF adapter world, BUT I have long time in still biz. I notice that none of the DOF adapters have what most still vets would immediately put on there, a focus arm. Why is that?


Only still photographers know about that.
Check out www.freewebs.com/wvargas

[muro]

Hi TwoNeil,
After month waiting I just received a dof adapter from you. Everything is fine. Thanks a lot, and wait for some test video on wimeo from me. Once more thank you.

[bufdaddy]

Zeroc,

What rail system are you using with your TwoNeil adaptor and HV20?

[Nfect]

Heya Niel,

Haven't got the time to thank you for your adapter, it works like a charm, I'm lovin' it ! (well, I loved it:( )

Something bad, verry bad hapened, It did fall on the ground (You guyz don't never let that happen to yours!)

Well, not so bad anyway, it's still in one piece, I try to find the good distance to put back the focusing screen, because since I tryed to put it back, I can see some lines.
If you got any advice, I'll be probably comming back on the site in a month when I'll be back from tripp, or I will realy try to check it more often. Lemme know !

Nick

[zeroc]

Zeroc,

What rail system are you using with your TwoNeil adaptor and HV20?

its Cavision RS-15IIM (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/335222-REG/Cavision_RS15IIM200MM_RS_15IIM_Rod_Support_System. html) Rod Support System. Its really good.

[zeroc]

guys, I have uploaded my first video with Twoneil's DOF adaptor.
Check this out. Comments are most welcome :)

http://www.vimeo.com/1151077

[bufdaddy]

Good stuff Zeroc! Did you shoot in 24p?

[DFAT]

I am definately interested in purchasing one of these 35mm adapters from you. It takes 60 days to make and ship the adapter?

[MitchellStafiej]

I am definately interested in purchasing one of these 35mm adapters from you. It takes 60 days to make and ship the adapter?
Nevermind

Mitch

[zeroc]

Good stuff Zeroc! Did you shoot in 24p?

yes its shot in 24p mode

[zeroc]

Nevermind

Mitch

it took 4 weeks for me. i think its pretty fast delivery since i live down in the Maldive Islands in Asia pacific

[blu3d]

it only took 4 weeks for me too. I guess I got lucky :hv20-smilie77:

Great product, great service, great price. Thanks twoneil!

[bobbbyyy1]

What setting do i put for the expose, do i lock it at any point and use the iris on the lens. Will i only be able to use nikon lenses? Finally, how long does the battery for the vibrating motor last? Thanks

[superzero]

Hi twoneil. I'm trying my hand at building a static adapter. Presently, I have Canon EOS extension tubes, a Canon EeS focusing screen and Daniel's corresponding focusing screen holder (SH-57EE). However, I'm having trouble determining which of Daniel's tutorials to follow in order to build a small lightweight adapter like yours.

Can you tell me what else I'll need to complete this project and how to assemble the various pieces? For instance, how and where to I position the focusing screen inside the tubes?

I assume I'll need step up rings, a EOS to Nikon adapter. Do I need an achromat?

I'll understand if you don't want to reply because you'd rather have me order an adapter from you, but any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.