paulpp Posted August 10, 2009 Share #1 Posted August 10, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) Following advice eslewhere on the Forum I purchased the lens adapter from Pandabase via eBay. First the service was very good and it arrived very quickly from HongKong. More importantly it seems to do the job well, is well constructed, and although it obviously makes the camera less pocketable, it also gives more security when hand holding. So overall, and considering the low price, something I would also recommend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kollmann Posted August 10, 2009 Share #2 Posted August 10, 2009 I think the Panasonic LX 3 adapter could be the first choice...? All the best Karl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welshkev Posted August 10, 2009 Share #3 Posted August 10, 2009 I find the lensmate adapter to work pretty well - But I am sure the others are also well constructed? regards Welshkev Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstevens Posted August 12, 2009 Share #4 Posted August 12, 2009 just ordered the pandabase one also, the 52mm seems more standard. the pandabase looks better than the lensmate imo Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted August 12, 2009 Share #5 Posted August 12, 2009 I think the Panasonic LX 3 adapter could be the first choice...? All the best Karl Why? Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwolf Posted August 12, 2009 Share #6 Posted August 12, 2009 just ordered the pandabase one also, the 52mm seems more standard. the pandabase looks better than the lensmate imo Agree. The flared barrel on the Pandabase looks great on my LX3. John Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstevens Posted August 12, 2009 Share #7 Posted August 12, 2009 Advertisement (gone after registration) And for those of you who always wanted a fitted case with your tube adapter - looky what I just found on ebay : PANASONIC LX3 CAMERA CASE(LARGE) - FOR EXTRA LENS on eBay (end time 08-Sep-09 13:15:05 BST) I just need to find a buyer now for my original Leica Black leather case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollmann Posted August 13, 2009 Share #8 Posted August 13, 2009 Why? The LX3 ist the DL4s "sister model" and in this way the original adapter... Karl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted August 13, 2009 Share #9 Posted August 13, 2009 The LX3 ist the DL4s "sister model" and in this way the original adapter... Karl Thanks Karl, I understand that. I suppose my point is, and has already been made, adaptors like the Pandabase are just as well-made, give a larger surface to grip (great when like me you have larger hands) and take 52mm filters, which are far easier to come by. To each their own. Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumistu Posted August 13, 2009 Share #10 Posted August 13, 2009 The only disadvantage of the Panda adapter is the fact that you can't use the original Leica lenscap. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted August 13, 2009 Share #11 Posted August 13, 2009 The only disadvantage of the Panda adapter is the fact that you can't use the original Leica lenscap. Hmm... It comes with one. Also, my original cap is back in the box. If the adaptor isn't fitted I use cheap generic push-on caps that I don't care if I lose. Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kollmann Posted August 13, 2009 Share #12 Posted August 13, 2009 With the Panasonic filters it is the same - it does not fit (46 mm diameter). Anyway, filters are in the same way protective... Karl Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted August 13, 2009 Share #13 Posted August 13, 2009 And for those of you who always wanted a fitted case with your tube adapter - looky what I just found on ebay : PANASONIC LX3 CAMERA CASE(LARGE) - FOR EXTRA LENS on eBay (end time 08-Sep-09 13:15:05 BST) I just need to find a buyer now for my original Leica Black leather case. Interesting. It has Leica stamped into the leather flap but judging by the logo it is not manufactured by or for Leica. Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumistu Posted August 13, 2009 Share #14 Posted August 13, 2009 Hmm... It comes with one. Also, my original cap is back in the box. If the adaptor isn't fitted I use cheap generic push-on caps that I don't care if I lose. Regards, Bill Double Hmmm... mine didn't. But it did come with a lens hood. I got mine from West Coast Camera. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill Posted August 13, 2009 Share #15 Posted August 13, 2009 Double Hmmm... mine didn't. But it did come with a lens hood. I got mine from West Coast Camera. Triple hmmm... To be precise, mine came with a front cap and a cap keeper thread, which I detest and would never use. I added another lens cap at the back, and keep my SBOOI in it, wrapped in a lens cloth, when not in use. The cap that came with it can be clearly seen here Regards, Bill Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulpp Posted August 14, 2009 Author Share #16 Posted August 14, 2009 The case mentioned above looks very interesting. Just wondered whether anyone has tried one or knows anything about the supplier regarding quality etc.? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lumistu Posted August 14, 2009 Share #17 Posted August 14, 2009 Triple hmmm... To be precise, mine came with a front cap and a cap keeper thread, which I detest and would never use. I added another lens cap at the back, and keep my SBOOI in it, wrapped in a lens cloth, when not in use. The cap that came with it can be clearly seen here Regards, Bill Nice Cap! I wish I had gotten one instead of the useless lens hood. By the way, I've noticed that when taking pictures with the flash the adpator casts a shadow on the subject, so watch out for that. Regards, Tony Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstevens Posted August 14, 2009 Share #18 Posted August 14, 2009 The case mentioned above looks very interesting. Just wondered whether anyone has tried one or knows anything about the supplier regarding quality etc.? Well I ordered one, only to be told that they are not quite as pictured....basically they are now plain black with no markings (ie Leica). I was not happy being sold something that was not quite as described, so I have asked the seller not to ship and requested a refund. I am sure it will fit fine, and be fairly compact, but I just didnt think such a fake (when I saw the new pics) was worth £50. Shame really, as did look perfect...but probably £25 perfect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
farnz Posted August 14, 2009 Share #19 Posted August 14, 2009 ... but I just didnt think such a fake (when I saw the new pics) was worth £50. ... I think you're wise to pass on it - one of his former customers doubts that the LX3 case he bought was made of real leather (despite being advertised as "genuine leather") so £50 looks to be an even steeper price. A bit dodgy. Pete. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstevens Posted August 19, 2009 Share #20 Posted August 19, 2009 Pandabase adapter and the cap pictured arrived today. A very very well made peice of equipment, very good quality and having access to 52mm is a bonus. I am still strugging to find a bag to fit the DL4, Grip and Tube adapter in though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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