DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-L

DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-L: A lightweight mechanical PL to L-Mount adapter for cinematographers using PL cinema lenses on L-Mount cameras, available to order from Filmgear Canada, Vancouver's cinema lens and professional camera optics specialist. Use this PL to L-Mount adapter to bring compatible ARRI PL cinema lenses to L-Mount cameras while keeping the lens mechanically supported and the rig lighter than a first-generation Octopus setup. Product Details Product Overview The Octopus Adapter II PL-L connects an ARRI PL lens to an L-Mount camera body. Its aluminum-alloy body and SUS 304 stainless-steel mount are machined to 0.01 mm precision, while factory-calibrated flange distance is designed to maintain infinity focus without user adjustment. DZOFILM redesigned the internal structure with 7.12% more rear-element clearance and rates the adapter for S35, full-frame, and medium-format camera systems. The PL-L version weighs about 181 g without its base and about 196 g with the base, keeping L-Mount cinema builds compact and support-friendly. This is a fully mechanical adapter. It does not pass electronic lens data, autofocus, iris control, or power between the lens and camera. The detachable support foot provides 1/4-inch-20 threads for tying heavier cinema-lens setups into a cage, baseplate, or lens-support system. Key Features Adapts ARRI PL lenses to L-Mount Mechanical mount with no electronic communication Aluminum body and stainless-steel mount Factory-calibrated flange distance for infinity focus Expanded clearance for broader PL lens fit Detachable 1/4-inch-20 support base Approximately 181 g without support base How It Compares Compared with the original DZOFILM Octopus PL-L adapter, Adapter II is substantially lighter and adds the redesigned grip and increased rear-element clearance. Choose PL-L II for a current L-Mount build where balance and lens clearance matter; choose another Adapter II version only when the camera-side mount is Sony E, Canon RF, or Nikon Z. Compatible Accessories and Related Gear Pair the PL-L adapter with an ARRI PL cinema lens and use the detachable support foot when the lens or rig benefits from a second point of support. Filmgear Canada carries compatible DZOFILM PL options across spherical and anamorphic workflows. Related DZOFILM gear: DZOFILM Vespid2 35mm T1.9 Prime Lens (ARRI PL), DZOFILM Arcana 45mm Anamorphic Prime Lens (ARRI PL), DZOFILM Arles 14mm T1.9 FF/VV Prime Cine Lens (ARRI PL). Who Is This For? Choose the PL-L version if your camera body uses L-Mount and your lenses use ARRI PL. It suits owner-operators, rental kits, focus pullers, and compact crews building manual PL-lens packages around compatible Leica, Panasonic, or Sigma L-Mount bodies. Who Should Choose Something Else? Choose PL-E for a Sony E body, PL-RF for a Canon RF body, or PL-Z for a Nikon Z body. This adapter is also the wrong choice when your workflow requires autofocus, electronic iris control, lens metadata, or power communication between lens and camera. In the Box 1x DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-L 1x Port cap 1x Detachable support foot with 1/4-inch-20 threads Specifications Lens Mount ARRI PL Camera Mount L-Mount Electronic Communication No Body Material Aluminum alloy Mount Material SUS 304 stainless steel Machining Precision 0.01 mm Durability Test 100,000 mounting cycles Supported Camera Formats S35, full frame, and medium format Internal Clearance 7.12% increase versus first generation Weight without Base Approximately 181 g Weight with Base Approximately 196 g Support Base Detachable with 1/4-inch-20 threads Colour Black SKU DZO-AD2PLL UPC 842463106345 DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-L: Value Assessment The PL-L version gives L-Mount shooters a lighter mechanical bridge to PL cinema glass without electronic complexity. Its value comes from a 181 g adapter body, detachable support foot, calibrated flange distance, and increased room for professional PL rear elements. FAQ Which cameras use the PL-L version? PL-L is the L-Mount version of Octopus Adapter II. It mounts an ARRI PL lens to a compatible Leica, Panasonic, or Sigma L-Mount camera body. Does the PL-L adapter support electronic communication? No. Octopus Adapter II PL-L does not pass autofocus, electronic iris commands, lens metadata, or power between a PL lens and an L-Mount camera. Which PL lenses can I use with Octopus Adapter II PL-L? The PL-L version is designed for ARRI PL cinema lenses, including DZOFILM Arles, Arcana, VESPID, Vespid2, Catta Ace, Pictor, and Gnosis families. Confirm the chosen lens's rear-element clearance and support arrangement for the L-Mount rig. How is Octopus Adapter II different from the original Octopus adapter? On L-Mount, Adapter II cuts substantial weight versus the original Octopus design and adds an upgraded grip plus 7.12% more internal clearance. The PL-L II body weighs approximately 181 g before the support base is attached. Should I use the detachable support foot? Use the foot when the PL lens should be supported independently of the L-Mount flange. Its 1/4-inch-20 threads can connect the adapter to a suitable baseplate or lens-support system. Can the PL-L adapter be used with full-frame cameras? DZOFILM rates Octopus Adapter II for S35, full-frame, and medium-format camera systems. Actual coverage on an L-Mount body still depends on the selected PL lens and the camera's sensor mode. Where to Buy in Canada Order the DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-L in Canada from Filmgear Canada in Vancouver, BC. Contact Filmgear Canada for current ordering lead time, L-Mount fit questions, and help matching the adapter with a supported DZOFILM PL lens.