Lens adapter vs Focal Reducer - worth the extra $?
I just took advantage of the Blackmagic Pocket Camera's price break. It's back ordered so I'm going to have to wait a few weeks for the camera, but I am trying to prepare for a shoot on August 31 in which I'd like to use it (assuming it's in by then, of course).
I already have a couple Canon lenses for my 5Dii. I have decided to adapt my lenses to the Micro Four Thirds mount, rather than start dropping serious cash on new lenses. I do have a couple questions though--
1. I'm trying to decide between a basic adapter (like this one) or a focal reducer (link). Do either reduce the quality of the image?
2. My guy at the local camera shop spoke highly of the Metabones speed booster, which is not (yet) available for the Canon EF mount. Assuming it becomes available, is it worth the added cost? It appears to be 4 times as expensive as any other focal reducers out there.
3. As somebody who uses only manual focus and manual camera settings, is there any reason to NOT consider adapting my lenses?
Sorry to sound naive - any feedback would be welcome!
I just took advantage of the Blackmagic Pocket Camera's price break. It's back ordered so I'm going to have to wait a few weeks for the camera, but I am trying to prepare for a shoot on August 31 in which I'd like to use it (assuming it's in by then, of course).
I already have a couple Canon lenses for my 5Dii. I have decided to adapt my lenses to the Micro Four Thirds mount, rather than start dropping serious cash on new lenses. I do have a couple questions though--
1. I'm trying to decide between a basic adapter (like this one) or a focal reducer (link). Do either reduce the quality of the image?
2. My guy at the local camera shop spoke highly of the Metabones speed booster, which is not (yet) available for the Canon EF mount. Assuming it becomes available, is it worth the added cost? It appears to be 4 times as expensive as any other focal reducers out there.
3. As somebody who uses only manual focus and manual camera settings, is there any reason to NOT consider adapting my lenses?
Sorry to sound naive - any feedback would be welcome!
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