Through_MI_Eyes

I’m looking to possibly pickup the Nikon z8 and use the megadap etz21 with my Sony 600f4 lens. I mainly want the Nikon cause of the faster cf express b cards. Has anyone tried this setup? I have read people using their Sony 200-600 lenses. Thanks you

BebuLamar

The Z8 can AF the Sony lens? If not then does it really matter how fast it can write to the card?

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I have no complaints using Sony, Sigma, and other AF lenses on Z6/7 with the ETZ-21. But its possible that newer camera designs and-or very long lenses may present problems that I dont encounter.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

I personally do not like adapters when using off brand lenses.
I own the Sony 600 f4 and an a9 and a1, I use ScanDisk Extreme Pro II card, and yes, it keeps up at even 30 fps and costs a lot less than a Sony CF express card.
I would go this route before buying a Z8, and if you do buy a Z8, I would recommend the Nikon 600 f6.3 lens, that lens is as sharp as your Sony 600 f4 and delivers an excellent result, and weighs less.
Good luck and keep on shooting until the end.

PS. There are many negative reviews on that adapter. Below is just one of many.
ridiculously tight, especially for Z8
ByHarry
Verified Buyer
This pro version seems to work fine except it is super tight, so hard to put on and take off. I'm so afraid of damaging my Z8, it's weird that Z7 seems less trouble. But overall, it is way too tight comparing to the ETZ21 (non pro version). The pro version claims to have better compatibility with Tamron lens and I agreed it is easier to attach E-mount Tamron lens on but I will not take the risk of damaging my Z8 mount.

tca2267 Loc: Florida

I have a Nikon Z8 and Z9......I also have a Sony 200-600 lens and the megadap etz21....
GREAT SET UP......photos and videos are very SHARP.
if you would like to see photo and vide samples,,,send me your e mail address.

chrisg-optical Loc: New York, NY

BTW Nikon USA has a refurb sale on the Z8 for $3199....for those that dare...for me the GAS pressure is building but I am resisting very hard! Only a day left in the sale I think. So far my Z7ii/Z6ii refurbs have been excellent after hundreds of shots, and they both started with a -0- shutter count, brand new condition. I got them directly from Nikon USA, but sometimes B&H follows suit too on the refurb sale.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

Nikon refurbs are almost like new. Put new in refurb side-by-side you would have a hard time telling them apart. And refurb is considerably less expensive and guaranteed not to be gray market. And they come with a limited warranty so you can determine quickly if there’s any problems and if there are you send it back.

In fact, some of those Nikon refurbs are simply cameras, people bought and then brought them back because they decided didn’t want them, the wife found out, or maybe they got opened in the store or they were demo models and they couldn’t sell them as new.

Buying from Nikon is low risk it’s not like you’re buying from Joe Blow on Craig’s list or one of the used equipment companies.

chrisg-optical Loc: New York, NY

Yep 100% true what you said. One thing when buying refurb from Nikon or anyone trustworthy like B&H is to open the package as soon as you get it to inspect it, and also to try out all the major features with a couple of lenses if possible. Take at least 100 test shots. Since the return period is very short only 2 weeks from receipt you don't want to put it on the shelf and forget about it. This is also true with new retail equipment, but the time period is a lot longer for return and warranty. Always save all the packaging at least for the return period if refurb....for new retail I would save the retail box and all packaging as that is usually a great selling point if you put it on ebay for resale later on. Also check the shutter count on the first image, but perhaps Nikon resets the counter at their facility - don't know for sure if they do that but so far I am 2 for 2 with -0- shutter counts.

Refurb PROS - significantly lower price vs retail without the gray market stigma, usually like new condition, inspection and repackaging but inspection thoroughness may be debatable by some here ("they just repackage and throw in the box" - so far my two refurbs were carefully packed and well padded).

Refurb CONS - no original box, no printed manuals (usually), but usually complete with other usual parts in the kit - battery, charger, cables, strap, caps, etc. Chance that it may be slightly used (warranty or store returns/demos, or defective, but that it true of new retail lemons too. Shorter return and warranty period (14/90 for refurb, 30/365 for new retail). I do wish Nikon would provide 180 days warranty on refurbs but so far I never had to return a Nikon new or refurb for warranty or repair service.

SuperflyTNT Loc: Manassas VA

How much of that speed advantage do you really need. I’d be surprised if there’s not a Sony that’s fast enough. I’m a Nikon shooter so I’m all for a Z8, but not if there are better options for you. I tried the Megadap on my Z9 with the Sony 200-600 while I was waiting for Nikon to release their Z mount long zoom and I was less than impressed. Performance was spotty. I’d almost always have to fiddle with it and mostly it didn’t work. There are others on here that have had good experiences, but not me. One advantage you would have is that it’s a prime. A big issue was not maintaining focus when zooming.
I’m very happy now with the Nikon 180-600.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

Good points all but one thing to note. Many cameras don’t come with printed manuals and my Z8 is an example, all the manuals are downloads.

Hip Coyote

You purchased a Sony camera about 2 years ago..and seem to be searching for something missing. Is the squeeze worth the juice for your birds in flight pics? Maybe just buy faster SD cards and see how that works?

BebuLamar

You mean the $13,000 Sony 600mm f/4 lens? If so the Sony A1 is slower than he Z8?

JD750 Loc: SoCal

Yes many questions here, and some comments questioning the performance of the adaptor as well.

JD750 Loc: SoCal

Right! I have seen a case where faster cards solved a focus issue. Who knew??

OP was not very clear on what issue he was trying to solve. It would help if OP would explain the problem he is trying to resolve.

Jgrosso Loc: Long Island, NY

I’m a D850 user for many years. Been considering mirrorless. Nikons refurb sale has both the Z8 and Z7ii. Opinions on which is better choice? I’m an amateur with general shots. Kids sports, landscapes; no main topics. Yes price is relevant but I tend to hold on to cameras for a long time, so it’s not as relevant as which camera performs better.