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[OM] Re: New Person to the group

Subject: [OM] Re: New Person to the group
From: Moose <olymoose@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 19 Feb 2007 11:26:40 -0800
AG Schnozz wrote:
>> I understand that bayonet lens just like the 4/3 lens in that
>> it goes 1/4 turn like a digital lens. So, then do i need an
>> adapter or not. I understand that it would be a MF lens. I just
>> need to kn ow if I need a 4/3 adapter and if so which one?
>>     
>
> Olympus made a significant change to the mount on the E-series. 
> Although it is the same size/shape as an OM mount, the release is
> different as well as a few other things.  Attempting to mount an
> OM-series lens on an E-1 without the adaptor is NOT a good idea.
>   
In addition to which, even if you got it on, it wouldn't focus. The 
distance from mount to sensor of the mount is much shorter than that for 
the Om mount. That is why it is possible to make an adapter.

Moose

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