New: Leica M rangefinder camera adapter for 50mm M42 and Pentax K lenses




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

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