Overview

Enabling full use of Contax N-mount lenses with Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, the Metabones Contax N to E-mount Smart Adapter (Black Matt) - With Tripod Foot (MB_CN-E-BT1) permits using these classic, optically refined lenses with a modern camera system. The adapter affords full autofocus support when used with a camera offering phase-detection autofocus, and it also maintains five-axis image stabilisation from select camera bodies to help control camera shake. There are no optical components of the adapter, so it maintains the original quality of the lenses, and it retains infinity focus. A programmable function button on the side of the adapter can be used to adjust more than 50 different functions on the camera body, including depth of field preview, for intuitive use. Two electrical contacts carry power from the camera body and a 10-pin contact transfers Exif data between the lens and the camera body. In regard to its physical design, chromium-plated brass mounts are featured on both the camera and lens sides; rubber gaskets help prevent dust and moisture from entering; a satin finish mimics the feel of the lens itself; and the interior of the adapter is felt-flocked to reduce glare or internal reflections. A removable tripod foot is also featured, and has a 1/4"-20 mount and is Arca-type compatible for flexible use. Additionally, an integrated micro-USB port permits easy installation of firmware updates.

SKU: GC47-MB-157

Metabones Contax N to E-mount Smart Adapter (Black Matt) - With Tripod Foot (MB_CN-E-BT1)

Enabling full use of Contax N-mount lenses with Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, the Metabones Contax N to E-mount Smart Adapter (Black Matt) - With Tripod Foot (MB_CN-E-BT1) permits using these classic, optically refined lenses with a modern camera system. The adapter affords full autofocus support when used with a camera offering phase-detection autofocus, and it also maintains five-axis image stabilisation from select camera bodies to help control camera shake. There are no optical components of the adapter, so it maintains the original quality of the lenses, and it retains infinity focus. A programmable function button on the side of the adapter can be used to adjust more than 50 different functions on the camera body, including depth of field preview, for intuitive use. Two electrical contacts carry power from the camera body and a 10-pin contact transfers Exif data between the lens and the camera body. In regard to its physical design, chromium-plated brass mounts are featured on both the camera and lens sides; rubber gaskets help prevent dust and moisture from entering; a satin finish mimics the feel of the lens itself; and the interior of the adapter is felt-flocked to reduce glare or internal reflections. A removable tripod foot is also featured, and has a 1/4"-20 mount and is Arca-type compatible for flexible use. Additionally, an integrated micro-USB port permits easy installation of firmware updates.

Camera Compatibility

Contax N lenses are not compatible with contrast-detection autofocus; autofocus is only supported by E-mount cameras featuring phase-detection AF:

Sony Alpha a9, a7R III, a7 III, a7R II, a7 II, a6500, and a6300

Five-axis in-body image stabilisation is supported with:

Sony Alpha a9, a7R III, a7 III, a7R II, a7 II, a7S II, and a6500

Lens Compatibility

Contax N-mount lenses

Contax 645 lenses when adapted to Contax N mount via the Contax NAM-1 adapter (the Contax 645 Apo-Makro-Planar T* 120mm f/4 lens does not report distance information and only supports three-axis image stabilisation)

Key Features

  • Contax N Lens to Sony E-Mount Body

  • Support for Phase-Detection AF and IBIS

  • Programmable Function Button

  • Transfers Exif Data to Camera

  • Detachable Arca-Type Tripod Foot

  • Flocked Interior, Satin Exterior Finish

  • Weather-Resistant Rubber Mount Gasket

  • Chromium-Plated Brass Mounts

  • Firmware Updates via Built-In Micro-USB

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Product Overview

Enabling full use of Contax N-mount lenses with Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, the Metabones Contax N to E-mount Smart Adapter (Black Matt) - With Tripod Foot (MB_CN-E-BT1) permits using these classic, optically refined lenses with a modern camera system. The adapter affords full autofocus support when used with a camera offering phase-detection autofocus, and it also maintains five-axis image stabilisation from select camera bodies to help control camera shake. There are no optical components of the adapter, so it maintains the original quality of the lenses, and it retains infinity focus. A programmable function button on the side of the adapter can be used to adjust more than 50 different functions on the camera body, including depth of field preview, for intuitive use. Two electrical contacts carry power from the camera body and a 10-pin contact transfers Exif data between the lens and the camera body. In regard to its physical design, chromium-plated brass mounts are featured on both the camera and lens sides; rubber gaskets help prevent dust and moisture from entering; a satin finish mimics the feel of the lens itself; and the interior of the adapter is felt-flocked to reduce glare or internal reflections. A removable tripod foot is also featured, and has a 1/4"-20 mount and is Arca-type compatible for flexible use. Additionally, an integrated micro-USB port permits easy installation of firmware updates.

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