Focus Studio announces a new SHOTEN R50 Leica M rangefinder camera adapter for 50mm M42 and Pentax K lenses. Two different versions are available: M42-LM R50 for M42 mount and PK-LM R50 for Pentax K-mount (not compatible with DA lenses).
The new adapter is already listed on Amazon Japan for ¥ 22,730 (around $160). International buyers can purchase the adapter on eBay.
Additional information (Google translated):
Rangefinder interlocking adapter for SHOTEN M mount “R50 series” 2 types released
Focus Studio Co., Ltd. will start selling SHOTEN mount adapters “M42-LM R50” and “PK-LM R50” on Friday, July 7, 2023. Manufacturer’s suggested retail price: ¥ 28,000 (tax included)
The SHOTEN R50 series is a mount adapter with a helicoid that converts a lens with a focal length of 50mm to an M mount compatible with a rangefinder.
Features:
- Compatible with M-type camera rangefinders (only for lenses with a focal length of 50mm)
- The helicoid can be used to shorten the minimum focusing distance of the lens when focusing in live view
- Fine adjustment of the rangefinder interlocking mechanism is possible
- Highly durable brass mount parts are used on the lens and body sides
SHOTEN M42-LM R50
- Compatible lens mount: M42 (with aperture interlocking pin push function)
- Compatible camera mount: Leica M
SHOTEN PK-LM R50
- Compatible lens mount: Pentax K (*DA lens not compatible)
- Compatible camera mount: Leica M
Via Shoko Koubou
