LAG-MFT-NF - Lens Adapter Vello - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Lens Adapter
Lens Mount	Nikon F (AI and non-AI)
Camera Mount	Sony E-mount
Magnification Factor	0.71×
Optical Configuration	4 elements in 4 groups
Aperture Ring	Manual, 1/2-stop increments
Light Gain	Approximately +1 stop
Tripod Foot	Removable with 1/4"-20 socket
Dimensions (H × W × D)	3.2 × 2.7 × 1.7" (8.1 × 6.8 × 4.3 cm)
Weight	Approx. 5.3 oz (150 g)
Camera Compatibility	Sony E-mount (APS-C and full-frame in crop mode)
Electronic Communication	None (manual focus and aperture only)
Materials	Metal and high-grade plastics
Cleaning	Wipe with soft dry cloth; avoid solvents
Precautions	Avoid dust, moisture, shocks; keep from children
Included Accessories	Front cap, rear cap, removable tripod foot, protective case, user manual
Warranty	1-year limited warranty

Frequently Asked Questions - LAG-MFT-NF Vello

What is the Vello LAG-MFT-NF adapter used for?

It is a lens adapter that allows attaching Nikon F-mount lenses to Sony E-mount cameras, providing a 0.71× focal length reduction and approximately one stop of additional light on APS-C sensors.

Does this adapter support autofocus or electronic aperture control?

No, the adapter does not have electronic contacts. You must focus manually and control the aperture via the adapter's manual aperture ring.

What is the benefit of the 0.71× magnification factor?

It effectively reduces the crop factor of APS-C sensors, giving a wider field of view. For example, a 50mm lens on APS-C normally behaves like 75mm; with the adapter it becomes approximately 50mm and gains one stop of light (e.g., f/1.4 becomes f/1.0).

Can I use this adapter on a Sony full-frame camera?

Yes, but you must enable APS-C crop mode on your camera to avoid vignetting. Some cameras do this automatically.

Which Nikon lenses are compatible?

It works with all Nikon F-mount lenses, including AI and non-AI types. However, lenses with protruding rear elements may not fit.

How do I mount the lens adapter?

First, attach the adapter to the camera by aligning the dots and rotating clockwise. Then attach the lens to the adapter by aligning its dot and rotating counterclockwise until it locks.

How do I adjust the aperture?

Rotate the aperture ring on the adapter: counterclockwise to open (wider aperture) and clockwise to close (smaller aperture). It clicks in 1/2-stop increments.

What is the tripod foot for?

The removable tripod foot provides a 1/4"-20 socket for mounting the adapter-lens-camera assembly on a tripod, helping to balance heavier lenses.

How do I clean and maintain the adapter?

Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using solvents like benzene or alcohol, and keep it away from sandy or dusty environments.

What is covered by the warranty?

The adapter is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the original purchase date. Contact Vello customer service for a return authorization.

USER MANUAL LAG-MFT-NF Vello

Nikon F-Mount to Sony E-mount

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VELLO

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

usually give you a 75mm angle of view. By adding the Accelerator, you effectively keep it close to the original focal length of 50mm with a stepped-down f-stop of f/1.0. This is a great advantage for the widely accepted APS-C crop format.

The Vello Accelerator affords additional benefits, with a manual aperture ring for selecting the f-stop in 1/2-stop increments. It's compatible with the Nikon's F-Mount lenses, including AI and non-AI. It has four elements in four groups to maintain image quality. And the detachable tripod foot will work with most brands of ball heads.

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.

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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.

• 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 children.

• Handle the unit with care.

• Keep this unit away from water and flammable gases or liquids.

• Use only parts provided by the manufacturer.
• Please read and follow these instructions, and keep this manual in a safe place.
  • All images are for illustrative purposes only.

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

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OVERVIEW

Front Back

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.

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1. Line up the alignment dots on the lens adapter and the camera.

2. Carefully insert the lens adapter into the camera's lens mount, and rotate the Accelerator clockwise until it locks into place.

3. Line up the alignment dot on the lens with the alignment dot on the lens adapter.

4. Carefully insert the lens into the lens adapter, and rotate the lens assembly counterclockwise until it locks into place.

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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.

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1. Rotate the lens clockwise to release, and carefully detach the lens from the lens adapter.

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1. Reattach the front lens cap to the lens adapter.

2. Press and hold the lens release button on the camera.

3. Rotate the lens adapter counterclockwise to release, and carefully detach the lens adapter from the camera.

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1. Reattach the rear lens cap to the lens adapter.

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.

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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.

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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	-Mount (including AI and non-AI)
Compatible Cameras	E-mount
Optical Configuration	ments in 4 groups
Step Down Amount	0
Aperture Stops	stop increments)
Angle of View Multiplier	71×
Front Mount
Rear 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

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. The warranty provider's responsibility with respect to this limited warranty shall be limited solely to repair or replacement, at the provider's discretion, of any product that fails during normal use of this product in its intended manner and in its intended environment. Inoperability of the product or part(s) shall be determined by the warranty provider. If the product has been discontinued, the warranty provider reserves the right to replace it with a model of equivalent quality and function.

This warranty does not cover damage or defect caused by misuse, neglect, accident, alteration, abuse, improper installation or maintenance. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, THE WARRANTY PROVIDER MAKES NEITHER ANY EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A

PARTICULAR PURPOSE. This warranty provides you with specific legal rights, and you may also have additional rights that vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty coverage, contact the Vello Customer Service Department to obtain a return merchandise authorization ("RMA") number, and return the defective product to

Vello along with the RMA number and proof of purchase. Shipment of the defective product is at the purchaser's own risk and expense.

For more information or to arrange service, visit www.vellogear.com or call Customer Service at 212-594-2353.

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