
Why You Need A Close Focus Lens Adapter
A few questions for those dabbling in digital and analog photography:
Haoge Macro Close Focus Lens Adapter
Rangefinder lenses are known for many positive attributes, but the ability to focus on close subjects is not one of them. This adapter solves this problem. I expected some improvement, but did not realize how drastic the difference would be.
Note: These adapters are available for many film lenses and many mirrorless cameras. While this post focuses on Leica M and Sony full frame the same would apply for others as well.
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Here are some examples below. Normal position first. Second completely ratcheted out:
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Additionally, these adapters are useful even when not using at macro focal lengths.
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I have a 50mm f/1.1 and a 15mm f/4.5 and this adapter works great with both. When not extended these adapters work quite well as a normal fixed adapter.
Some advantages specific to the Haoge adapter used here:
- Do you have mirrorless camera?
- Do you have a film lens?
- Do you enjoy macro?






- Solid build.
- Adapter is not stiff, but it holds the position set to firmly.
- No play when mounted and securely holds the lens.
- Quite the bargain at $39.