DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount)

DZOFilm PL to Sony E mount adapter lets Sony E-mount camera bodies accept ARRI PL cinema lenses through a rigid passive mechanical interface. It is intended for owner-operators, rental houses, film schools, and production crews that need to use PL glass on short-flange Sony E cameras.

Product Overview

DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount) is part of the DZOFILM Octopus adapter family. This configuration connects an ARRI PL lens to a Sony E-mount camera and does not add electronic lens communication or autofocus. A positive-lock cinema lens can be heavier than a stills lens, so the camera cage, rods, lens support, rear-element clearance, flange setup, and back focus should be evaluated as one rig before production.

Key Features

PL Lens to Sony E Camera

The mount combination lets compatible ARRI PL cinema lenses fit compatible Sony E-mount camera bodies.

Passive Mechanical Interface

The adapter provides a mechanical connection without adding autofocus, electronic iris, stabilization control, or lens-data communication.

Production Rig Integration

The design supports mixed camera and lens packages when rear clearance, support, matte box, motors, and back focus are set up together.

How It Compares

Choose this Octopus configuration specifically for PL lenses on Sony E-mount cameras. Choose another Octopus mount combination for a different camera body, a native E-mount lens for electronic control and a lighter rig, or a dedicated PL camera body when repeated adapter changes are undesirable.

Compatible Accessories and Related Gear

DZOFilm VESPID 35mm PL/EF lens and DZOFilm VESPID 50mm PL/EF lens. Check that the camera uses Sony E mount, the lens uses ARRI PL, the PL rear element clears the adapter and sensor cavity, the rig provides adequate lens support, and infinity focus is checked before the shoot.

Who Is This For?

This adapter is for cinema crews, owner-operators, film schools, and rental packages that need to place compatible ARRI PL lenses on Sony E-mount camera bodies.

Who Should Choose Something Else?

Choose a native Sony E lens when autofocus or electronic iris is required, another adapter for a different camera mount, or a dedicated PL camera when maximum rigidity and fewer interfaces are more important than body flexibility.

In the Box

• DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount)

Specifications

• Lens side: ARRI PL
• Camera side: Sony E mount
• Operation: passive mechanical adapter
• Electronic lens communication: none
• Autofocus support: none
• Setup checks: rear clearance, lens support, flange fit, and back focus

FAQ

Which lens and camera mounts does this adapter connect?
DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount): It connects a compatible ARRI PL cinema lens to a compatible Sony E-mount camera body.

Does the adapter add autofocus or electronic iris control?
DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount): It is a passive mechanical adapter and does not add autofocus, electronic aperture, stabilization control, or lens-data communication.

Do heavy PL lenses need extra support?
DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount): Use appropriate rods and lens support for heavier cinema lenses so the camera mount and adapter are not carrying the full load.

What should be checked before the first shoot?
DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount): Check PL rear-element clearance, Sony E fit, support, motor position, matte-box clearance, infinity focus, and back focus with the actual camera and lens.

Where can I buy this DZOFilm adapter in Canada?
DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount): Filmgear Canada supplies the adapter with Canada-wide shipping and Vancouver-based help for mount and rig compatibility planning.

Where to Buy in Canada

Buy DZOFilm Octopus Adapter (PL to Sony E-Mount) from Filmgear Canada with Canada-wide shipping and Vancouver-based support. Match the exact mount, focal length, scale, modifier interface, and surrounding camera or lighting package before ordering.