ACCELERATOR LENS ADAPTER User Manual LAG-NEX-NF Nikon F-Mount to Sony E-mount
THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VELLO The Vello Accelerator Lens Adapter is for attaching Nikon F-Mount lenses to Sony’s E-mount cameras. It allows a nearly full-frame field of view on APS-C crop-sensor cameras by magnifying the angle of view by 0.71×. This also provides an extra stop of light without decreasing image quality. For example, mounting a 50mm f/1.4 lens to an APS-C sensor will 2 usually give you a 75mm angle of view.
Although the lens will fit physically, there is no electronic communication between the adapter, lens, or the camera. Automatic diaphragm (AE metering) and some other functions will be disrupted by the adapter. Note: When using the Accelerator on Sony full-frame cameras, you must switch to crop (APS-C) mode for compatibility. Refer to your camera’s user manual for information on APS-C mode. Some cameras will perform this switch automatically.
PRECAUTIONS • Avoid sandy or dusty environments when using this adapter. • Handle the adapter with care—don’t drop it, and avoid bumps and shocks. • Clean the adapter by wiping it with a soft, dry cloth. 4 • Do not use solvents such as benzene, alcohol, or detergents to clean the adapter. • Be sure to read the operating instructions for your digital camera. • Keep this unit away from water and flammable gases or liquids. • Use only parts provided by the manufacturer. • Keep this unit away from children.
CONTENTS • Vello LAG-NEX-NF lens adapter for Nikon F-Mount to Sony E-mount • Front and Rear Caps • Removable Tripod Foot • Protective Case • User Manual 5
OVERVIEW Front Back Optical Elements Aperture Ring Nikon Lens Alignment Dot Camera Mount Alignment Dot Nikon F-Mount Lens Release Tripod Foot Tripod Foot Mounting Wheel 1/4"-20 Tripod Socket 6 Sony E-mount
MOUNTING THE LENS ADAPTER Note: Place the lens and camera on a stable, flat surface when mounting or removing the Accelerator Lens Adapter. 1. Turn the camera’s power off. 2. Remove all caps before mounting. 3. Line up the alignment dots on the lens adapter and the camera. 4. Carefully insert the lens adapter into the camera’s lens mount, and rotate the Accelerator clockwise until it locks into place.
5. Line up the alignment dot on the lens with the alignment dot on the lens adapter. 6. Carefully insert the lens into the lens adapter, and rotate the lens assembly counterclockwise until it locks into place.
ADJUSTING THE APERTURE RING Rotate the aperture ring counterclockwise to open the aperture. Rotate the aperture ring clockwise to close the aperture. Note: For Sony E-mount (NEX) cameras, enable the Release without Lens function in the camera’s menu.
REMOVING THE LENS ADAPTER 1. Turn the camera’s power off. 2. Press and hold the release pin on the lens adapter. 10 3. Rotate the lens clockwise to release, and carefully detach the lens from the lens adapter. 4. Reattach the front lens cap to the lens adapter.
5. Press and hold the lens release button on the camera. 7. Reattach the rear lens cap to the lens adapter. 6. Rotate the lens adapter counterclockwise to release, and carefully detach the lens adapter from the camera.
MOUNTING THE TRIPOD FOOT 1. Align the tripod foot’s mounting screw with the mounting socket on the bottom of the lens adapter. 2. Carefully rotate the tripod foot’s mounting wheel clockwise until the foot is securely attached to the lens adapter.
REMOVING THE TRIPOD FOOT 1. To remove the tripod foot, rotate the mounting wheel counterclockwise until the foot is loose enough to remove from the lens adapter. Note: If your lens has a built-in tripod collar, use the collar on the lens to mount the assembly to the tripod.
SPECIFICATIONS Compatible Lenses Nikon F-Mount (including AI and non-AI) Compatible Cameras Sony E-mount Optical Configuration 4 elements in 4 groups Step Down Amount 1 f-stop Aperture Stops 8 (with 1/2-stop increments) Angle of View Multiplier 0.71× Front Mount Nikon F-Mount Rear Mount Sony E-mount Tripod Foot 1/4"-20 mount Dimensions (H × W × D) 3.2" × 2.7" × 1.7" (8.1 × 6.8 × 4.3 cm) Weight 8.3 oz.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This VELLO product is warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal consumer use for a period of one (1) year from the original purchase date or thirty (30) days after replacement, whichever occurs later.
www.vellogear.com All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
