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Black matte metal PL to Sony E-mount adapter ring

Metabones

Metabones PL to Sony E-mount T Adapter Black Matte camera accessory

SKU CH-09TC-72EQ1

Mounts PL cinema lenses to Sony E-mount bodies with precise flange distance and a secure locking collar

  • Mount PL cinema lenses on Sony E-mount bodies
  • Precise flange focal distance preserves lens optical performance
  • Solid alloy construction supports heavy cinema lenses securely
  • Positive locking collar prevents unwanted lens movement
  • Pure mechanical adapter with no optical elements

PL Mount Lens Compatibility

This adapter enables PL mount cinema lenses to be used on Sony E-mount camera bodies including Alpha and FX series. It provides a purely mechanical connection with no optical elements, preserving the original lens characteristics. The unit is designed for cinematographers and videographers integrating cinema glass into Sony mirrorless workflows.

Precision Flange Focal Distance

The adapter is engineered to maintain the correct flange focal distance between the PL lens and the Sony E-mount sensor. Its robust construction uses high-quality materials such as aluminum alloy or stainless steel to support heavy cinema lenses securely. A positive lock collar on the PL side ensures a tight, stable connection that prevents unwanted movement during operation.

Mechanical Adaptation Only

This product replaces the need for native E-mount cinema lenses when PL glass is already owned or preferred. It is not for users requiring electronic communication, autofocus, or aperture control between lens and camera. The jump is worth it for manual-focus workflows where optical purity and a secure mechanical lock are the priority.

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Price $296.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 2,266 comparable items (median $39.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I lock the adapter to a PL lens so it won’t rotate?

Align the lens’s locating pin with the adapter’s slot, push the lens in, then turn the collar until the spring-loaded pin clicks into the lens’s locking groove — the click confirms a secure lock.

Will the stainless-steel mount or aluminium barrel wear out and need replacement?

The mount and barrel are solid metal with no moving bearings; they do not wear under normal use and require no scheduled replacement.

What stops me from using a PL lens with a rear element that protrudes past the flange plane?

The adapter’s internal depth is fixed to the PL flange distance; any lens whose rear element extends beyond that plane will hit the camera’s sensor cover glass.

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