Nucleus Auto Focus Adapter Base Kit (E to PL)

The Nucleus Auto Focus Adapter Base Kit for E to PL allows you to mount professional cinema lenses onto Sony camera bodies while maintaining advanced autofocus capabilities. This kit provides a seamless transition between high end optics and modern mirrorless technology. It is designed for filmmakers who need precision and speed in the field. The durable construction ensures a stable connection for heavy lenses and the integrated electronics allow for smooth communication. Upgrade your production workflow with this essential tool for professional cinema applications.

Nucleus Auto Focus Adapter Base Kit E to PL

The Nucleus Auto Focus Adapter Base Kit E to PL is an innovative lens mount adapter that transforms manual cinema lenses into responsive autofocus lenses by integrating with the Nucleus-M II and Nano II Wireless Lens Control Systems. This adapter bridges the gap between classic manual cinema optics and modern autofocus workflows, utilizing phase-detection autofocus data directly from compatible Sony camera sensors to drive precise motor-controlled focus adjustments.

At its core, the adapter features an E-Mount interface on the camera side and a PL Mount on the lens side, making it compatible with Sony Alpha and FX series camera bodies including the FX3, FX30, FX6, and other supported models. It leverages the cameras native phase-detection autofocus capabilities, such as face detection and eye tracking, to deliver reliable performance while preserving the tactile manual control preferred by cinematographers. The system translates sensor-derived autofocus information into smooth motor-driven movements through the Nucleus ecosystem, ensuring seamless operation without additional apps.

A key highlight is the built-in lens profile library, which stores pre-calibrated profiles for supported lenses, allowing users to select and load them directly from the adapters menu for immediate use. For unsupported or custom lenses, including rehoused vintage or high-end cinema glass, manual calibration is straightforward via the adapters onboard user interface. This enables quick mapping and saving of new profiles on the fly, enhancing workflow efficiency during shoots.

The adapter supports instant AF to MF override, activated via the MF button on the M II FIZ Hand Unit, permitting seamless transitions between automated autofocus and precise manual focus pulls for creative control. When paired with two wireless motors, the system extends functionality to iris control, adjustable electronically through the camera. Multi-channel high-range FIZN connectivity ensures robust data sharing and control across Nucleus series devices, with lens data editable and transferable between the adapter, hand units, and other components.

Constructed from durable aluminum in a black finish, the base kit maintains a professional aesthetic while adding manageable weight to rigs. Its dimensions measure 190.5 x 139.7 x 88.9 mm, with a weight of 550 g, optimized for stability in demanding production environments. Power is supplied via USB-C, and the kit includes essential cables such as a USB-C to OB 7-pin connection cable and a USB-C dual motor connection cable for versatile setup options.

Compatibility is tailored specifically for the Tilta Nucleus II Lens Control System and Nucleus Nano Lens Control System, supporting one or two motors for comprehensive lens control. The electronic adapter design eliminates the need for external software, with all calibration, profile management, and mode switching handled directly on the unit. This no-app-required approach streamlines operations, making it ideal for run-and-gun scenarios or complex multi-camera shoots.

Technical specifications include E-Mount as the camera fitting and PL Mount as the lens fitting, with a standard style electronic adapter configuration. The system excels in video production, unlocking full autofocus potential for manual PL lenses on Sony E-Mount bodies, and supports future expandability as additional mount versions are developed. Overall, this base kit empowers cinematographers with hybrid control, combining cutting-edge AF precision and traditional manual finesse.