DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-E

DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-E: A lightweight mechanical PL to Sony E mount adapter for cinematographers using PL cinema lenses on Sony E-mount cameras, available to order from Filmgear Canada, Vancouver's cinema lens and professional camera optics specialist. Use this PL to E mount adapter to bring compatible ARRI PL cinema lenses to Sony E-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-E connects an ARRI PL lens to a Sony E-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-E version weighs about 190 g without its base and about 205 g with the base, making it practical for handheld, gimbal, and compact cinema-camera builds. 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 Sony E 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 190 g without support base How It Compares Compared with the first-generation DZOFILM Octopus PL-E adapter, Adapter II is built around a substantially lighter body, an easier-grip locking ring, and increased internal clearance. Choose Adapter II when weight and rear-element room matter for handheld or gimbal work; keep the original version only when matching an existing first-generation rig or spare-parts workflow is more important than the updated design. Compatible Accessories and Related Gear Pair the PL-E 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-E version if your camera body uses Sony E mount and your lenses use ARRI PL. It suits owner-operators, rental kits, focus pullers, and small cinema crews building lighter Sony FX, Alpha, or E-mount cinema-camera packages around manual PL glass. Who Should Choose Something Else? Choose PL-RF for a Canon RF body, PL-Z for a Nikon Z body, or PL-L for an L-Mount 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-E 1x Port cap 1x Detachable support foot with 1/4-inch-20 threads Specifications Lens Mount ARRI PL Camera Mount Sony E 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 190 g Weight with Base Approximately 205 g Support Base Detachable with 1/4-inch-20 threads Colour Black SKU DZO-AD2PLE UPC 842463106314 DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-E: Value Assessment The PL-E version gives Sony E-mount shooters a purpose-built route into PL cinema glass without adding electronic complexity. Its main value is the combination of low weight, mechanical support, calibrated flange distance, and a mount design intended for repeated professional use. FAQ Which cameras use the PL-E version? PL-E is the Sony E-mount version of Octopus Adapter II. It mounts an ARRI PL lens to a Sony E-mount camera body, including compatible Sony Alpha, FX, and E-mount cinema-camera systems. Does the PL-E adapter support electronic communication? No. Octopus Adapter II PL-E is fully mechanical, so autofocus, electronic iris control, lens metadata, and power are not passed between the PL lens and Sony E-mount camera. Which PL lenses can I use with Octopus Adapter II PL-E? It is designed for ARRI PL cinema lenses and DZOFILM lists families such as Arles, Arcana, VESPID, Vespid2, Catta Ace, Pictor, and Gnosis. Always check the rear element and support requirements of the exact lens before mounting it. How is Octopus Adapter II different from the original Octopus adapter? Adapter II uses a much lighter design, an upgraded grip, and 7.12% more internal clearance. DZOFILM also specifies 0.01 mm machining precision and testing through 100,000 mounting cycles. Should I use the detachable support foot? Use the foot when a heavier PL lens or mobile rig benefits from a second support point. Its 1/4-inch-20 threads can connect to an appropriate cage, baseplate, or lens-support arrangement. Can the PL-E adapter be used with full-frame cameras? DZOFILM rates Octopus Adapter II for S35, full-frame, and medium-format camera systems. Final image coverage still depends on the selected PL lens and the sensor mode of the Sony E-mount camera. Where to Buy in Canada Order the DZOFILM Octopus Adapter II PL-E in Canada from Filmgear Canada in Vancouver, BC. Contact Filmgear Canada for current ordering lead time, Sony E-mount fit questions, and help matching the adapter with a supported DZOFILM PL lens.