Nisi PL-Z Adapter + Clear Filter (drop-in filter)

The NiSi PL-Z Adapter + Clear Filter (drop-in filter) connects professional PL-mount cine lenses to Nikon Z-mount cameras and incorporates an interchangeable filter system. For filmmakers, camera crews and content creators, this PL-to-Nikon-Z adapter makes it easier to use a variety of filters in film and video productions. The integrated drop-in filter system is compatible with the NiSi ATHENA filter series and allows for quick filter changes without removing the lens. Stainless steel bayonets, a precise mechanical fit and an additional seal on the camera mount complete the design for everyday professional filming.

PL-to-Nikon-Z adapter for ATHENA cine lenses and professional film cameras

The NiSi PL-Z adapter enables the use of professional PL-mount cine lenses on camera bodies with a Nikon Z-mount. It supports the entire NiSi ATHENA PL-mount lens series as well as most other PL-mount lenses. Even cine lenses with protruding rear lens elements can be used, as the design of the drop-in filter system does not impede their movement during focusing. This is particularly important for lenses with moving rear elements and enables unhindered mechanical focusing. The precision-machined mounting surfaces ensure a stable connection between the lens, adapter and camera body. This reduces unwanted mechanical play at the bayonet mounts. This facilitates controlled focus shifts and working with manual follow-focus systems. The PL-to-Nikon-Z adapter is suitable for digital cinema productions, advertising films, documentaries and high-end YouTube video productions using cine lenses. Weighing around 229 g without a filter fitted, the adapter can also be integrated into mobile camera rigs. For camera crews who regularly switch between different PL-mount lenses, the filter system remains accessible directly on the camera body, regardless of the lens being used.

Drop-in filter system for ND, CPL and creative video shooting

The integrated drop-in filter system supports the NiSi ATHENA filter series and allows different filter types to be used between the lens and the camera body. Compatible filters include True Colour VND, True Colour CPL, Black Mist and FS ND. The filters can be changed directly on the adapter without having to remove the cine lens from the camera. Variable ND filters make it easier to control exposure in changing light conditions and help to maintain the desired aperture and shutter speed. CPL filters can reduce reflections on non-metallic surfaces and influence the colour rendering of certain subjects. Black Mist filters allow for a softer rendering of bright areas of the image and contribute to a distinctive cinematic look. The drop-in filter system is therefore ideal for interviews, commercial productions, documentaries and narrative video shoots. Compatible VND and CPL drop-in filters also support motorised adjustment via a wireless lens control motor with a 0.8-MOD gear drive. This allows filter settings to be adjusted in a controlled manner whilst filming, for example during camera movements or in dynamic lighting conditions. The adapter’s design also takes into account the optical changes caused by the drop-in filters used. This ensures that infinity focus is maintained with compatible lenses, which is particularly important for landscape photography and distant subjects.

Stainless steel mounts and weather protection for everyday professional filming

The NiSi PL-Z Adapter + Clear Filter (drop-in filter) features 304 stainless steel components on both the lens-side and camera-side mounts. This material combines mechanical strength with corrosion resistance and is suitable for camera equipment that is regularly mounted and dismounted. The robust bayonets ensure a reliable connection between the PL-mount lens and the Nikon Z-mount camera. An additional seal on the camera-side connection helps to reduce the ingress of dust and moisture around the joint. This offers extra protection during outdoor shooting, but does not replace a fully weather-sealed camera system. Precise mechanical engineering minimises unwanted movement between the connected components and ensures the lens sits securely. This design is particularly advantageous for professional camera rigs, shoulder mounts and frequent lens changes. Weighing around 229 g without a filter, the adapter remains suitable for a variety of mobile film productions. For filmmakers and content creators, the system combines a robust mechanical design with the ability to flexibly integrate various ATHENA drop-in filters into the filming process. Existing PL-mount cine lenses can thus be used on compatible Nikon Z-mount cameras for a variety of film projects.

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