Asahi Pentax Reverse Adaptor 49mm
A 49mm lens-mount accessory for macro photography, designed to reverse M & A series lenses on Pentax camera bodies or bellows units.
Overview
The Asahi Pentax Reverse Adaptor 49mm is a mounting accessory that allows 49mm lenses from Pentax’s M and A series to be attached in reverse for close-up imaging. One side screws into the front filter thread of the lens, while the other connects to the camera body or a bellows unit. It enables macro capabilities when used with compatible lenses, such as achieving magnification from 1.10x to 3.26x life size with a 50mm standard lens when combined with a bellows system.
Specifications
| Filter size | 49mm |
| Compatible Model | 49mm lens |
| Compatible systems | for M & A series lenses |
| Weight | 50 grams (1.8 oz.) |
Design
One side of the adaptor screws into the front threads of the lens, and the other side attaches to the camera body or bellows unit. It can be mounted directly to the camera body or to a bellows unit, providing flexibility in macro setup configurations.
Product Family
The Asahi Pentax Reverse Adaptor is available in multiple sizes, with the 49mm version intended for M and A series lenses. A 52mm version exists for K series lenses, and the K-mount adaptor line includes both 49mm and 52mm options.
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