AndersAlbers Posted October 11, 2023 Share #1 Posted October 11, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hey all. New to the forum, because I just picked up my first Leica the other day, a TL2. I have a whole room full of Canon EF and EF-L lenses, so I’d rather go the adaptor route rather than spending a whole bunch of money on more lenses. But, the two adaptors I’ve tried so far haven’t worked. First, this cheapie, which is supposed to be able to do autofocus and gets solid reviews/marks on Amazon, and this one, a little more expensive but still sort of a cheapie, also auto focus capable and with outstanding marks. But alas, I still get the f00 and nothing but a black screen. Has anybody had any success with the offerings on Amazon for this adaptor? Please tell me there’s something on there that actually works. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Matlock Posted October 11, 2023 Share #2 Posted October 11, 2023 8 hours ago, AndersAlbers said: Hey all. New to the forum, because I just picked up my first Leica the other day, a TL2. I have a whole room full of Canon EF and EF-L lenses, so I’d rather go the adaptor route rather than spending a whole bunch of money on more lenses. But, the two adaptors I’ve tried so far haven’t worked. First, this cheapie, which is supposed to be able to do autofocus and gets solid reviews/marks on Amazon, and this one, a little more expensive but still sort of a cheapie, also auto focus capable and with outstanding marks. But alas, I still get the f00 and nothing but a black screen. Has anybody had any success with the offerings on Amazon for this adaptor? Please tell me there’s something on there that actually works. I use the Commlite CM-EF-L adaptor on my CL and TL, works fine. I believe that the two you have tried only work on full frame L mount cameras. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndersAlbers Posted October 11, 2023 Author Share #3 Posted October 11, 2023 9 hours ago, Matlock said: I use the Commlite CM-EF-L adaptor on my CL and TL, works fine. I believe that the two you have tried only work on full frame L mount cameras. Gah. Stupid Amazon. Neither of the listings that I linked distinguish between crop sensor or full frame. All they say is 'compatible with L mount', which is true, but it's not enough information. Thanks, Matlock, for the info. I'll check out the Commlite. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndersAlbers Posted October 11, 2023 Author Share #4 Posted October 11, 2023 10 hours ago, Matlock said: I use the Commlite CM-EF-L adaptor on my CL and TL, works fine. I believe that the two you have tried only work on full frame L mount cameras. Is it this one? It's another listing that doesn't mention crop sensor or full frame compatible, plus down it the details it specifically mentions that it is compatible with Leica SL601 and SL2 (both full fame sensor cameras), but no mention of TL2 nor any crop sensor Leicas. Just want to make sure before I buy the wrong thing again. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted October 12, 2023 Share #5 Posted October 12, 2023 11 hours ago, AndersAlbers said: Is it this one? It's another listing that doesn't mention crop sensor or full frame compatible, plus down it the details it specifically mentions that it is compatible with Leica SL601 and SL2 (both full fame sensor cameras), but no mention of TL2 nor any crop sensor Leicas. Just want to make sure before I buy the wrong thing again. Yes that is the one. I got caught baying another brand that didn't work, this one works perfectly on my CL and TL Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndersAlbers Posted October 12, 2023 Author Share #6 Posted October 12, 2023 11 hours ago, Matlock said: Yes that is the one. I got caught baying another brand that didn't work, this one works perfectly on my CL and TL Super! Many thanks, Matlock. I finally might be able to take some pictures with this camera after all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted October 13, 2023 Share #7 Posted October 13, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) 12 hours ago, AndersAlbers said: Super! Many thanks, Matlock. I finally might be able to take some pictures with this camera after all. Well good luck, keep us informed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruskkyle Posted October 13, 2023 Share #8 Posted October 13, 2023 On 10/11/2023 at 11:02 AM, Matlock said: I use the Commlite CM-EF-L adaptor on my CL and TL, works fine. I believe that the two you have tried only work on full frame L mount cameras. Interesting, I gave up on the idea of adapting my EF glass to the CL years ago and must have missed this adapter. So it enables full aperture and focus control? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted October 13, 2023 Share #9 Posted October 13, 2023 1 minute ago, ruskkyle said: Interesting, I gave up on the idea of adapting my EF glass to the CL years ago and must have missed this adapter. So it enables full aperture and focus control? Yes, full control. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndersAlbers Posted November 1, 2023 Author Share #10 Posted November 1, 2023 (edited) Ach. Bad news. Got that adaptor in the mail today, and still not working. Still get the f00, nothing but black screen, and the touch menus are all screwy and confused. So I think at this point I’m just gonna have to bite the bullet and buy a proper lens for it and forget about the adaptor strategy. Which really sucks because I have all these pro Canon lenses that I’d love to use on it, but it seems like it won’t work any other way. Not to mention that the lenses I see for it are crazy expensive. I now have a couple hundred bucks credit on Amazon, so now I’m looking for recommendations- Auto focus Prefer a walk-around zoom, but if prime, I’d think I’d go with a 35mm (~50mm equiv) Doesn’t have to be super fast Something like this Sigma 18-50 F2.8 would be great, but at $525, hopefully I can find something for about half of that price. Do I have any options? Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC Edited November 1, 2023 by AndersAlbers Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndersAlbers Posted November 1, 2023 Author Share #11 Posted November 1, 2023 Or this Panasonic / Lumix S 20-60mm 3.5-5.6 going for 500? Both this one and that Sigma are offered as used for a good discount, too, so I’d probably go that route. Panasonic 20-60mm Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruskkyle Posted November 1, 2023 Share #12 Posted November 1, 2023 I had the Lumix 20-60 briefly (acquired as part of the S5 II kit) and tried it on the CL. It was a decent performer actually and I really enjoyed the focal range having only ever used primes on it. Would recommend! Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/382895-recs-for-ef-l-adaptor/?do=findComment&comment=4886731'>More sharing options...
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