EDC Gear Guide: RF to PL Adapter

Overview

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for attaching a PL lens to the Canon C70. This allows you to achieve superior quality lenses and creative control for high-end filmmaking.

Table of Contents

• Component Guide
• Quick Start Guide
• Troubleshooting
• Compatible EDC Accessories
• Tips & Tricks

Quick Start Guide

You will need PL mount lens and the Cannon C70 (Vended separately)

First Steps

Remove the kit lens form the C70

• Press and hold the lens release button located on the front of the Canon C70.

• Rotate the kit lens counterclockwise until it detaches from the camera body. 
• The caps for the adaptor and lens can be found in the C70 bag. 

Remove RF to EF adapter

• Press and hold the adapter release button on the camera body.

• Carefully rotate the adapter counterclockwise to remove it.

• The caps for the adaptor and lens can be found in the C70 bag. 

Secure the RF to PL adapter

• Align the RF mount on the camera RF to PL adapter with the top alignment markings on the adapter it's a white dot.
• Gently press the adapter into place, ensuring proper alignment.
• Rotate the adapter clockwise until it locks securely.

Attach a lens to the adapter

• Rotate front element counter-clockwise to remove front cap
• Make sure the adapter has the pin in the top right are exposed
• Align one of the gaps of the lens with the pin then rotate the front element of the adapter closed to secure the lens. *There is no click it is a friction based locking*

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Troubleshooting 

Q: The lens won't go on the adapter?

A: Make sure it a PL lens and that the adapter is open by rotating the front element counter-clockwise.

Q: Auto focus isn't working?

A: Most PL lens don't have auto focus and the adapter does not support any powered function such as lens information or auto focus.

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Compatible EDC Accessories

Access is dependent on class equipment allocations & availability 

• Canon C70
• Canon R5C
• Cinema Accessory Kit
• Universal Matte Box

Tips & Tricks

• • • Changing a PL lens is a two person job. Attempting to change a lens with this many steps may result in dropping the lens or dust getting on the lens or in the camera system. 

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