Update for the Pentax-Sony E LA-KE1 adapter

bdery · 05-07-2021, 05:36 AM

Originally posted by travelswsage

Well 5/3 has passed and still reads as coming soon ...

I contacted the company recently, no reply so far.

**UncleVanya** · 07-05-2021, 01:08 PM - **1 Like**

Latest info on b&h is August 2021…

bdery · 07-06-2021, 05:25 AM

Originally posted by UncleVanya

Latest info on b&h is August 2021…

Still no reply for my question.

**Mbaez** · 07-08-2021, 02:31 PM

I don't think the company behind this adapter is serious. Better to let it go.

bdery · 07-09-2021, 06:46 AM

Originally posted by Mbaez

I don't think the company behind this adapter is serious. Better to let it go.

The delays are bothersome. However, they do have prototypes on hand, and the reason for the delays is that they decided to push for a Nikon to Sony adapter first. Given the user base, that's a sensible decision.

Mistral75 · 07-27-2021, 09:05 AM - **2 Likes**

'Hello everyone, we have been busy working on Pentax K-Sony E adapter LA-KE1 recently, so we apologize for not responding to your private messages in time.
Due to major changes in the upstream and downstream supply chains, our products have unexpectedly delayed.
At present, preparations for the LA-KE1 adapter body are complete. Only a few minor things left (like caps, stickers...). That won't be long.
Here's our LA-KE1(and other adapters from us) sales network:
Our preferred channel in the United States is B&H.
Friends in Europe can place an order from our distributor in Italy(Name will be revealed soon).
Japanese distributor is ShotenKobo.
Hong Kong SAR distributor is Zenit (Hong Kong) Company Limited.
Thank you.'

Source: MonsterAdapter - Publications | Facebook

**akptc** · 07-27-2021, 09:19 AM

Thanks for posting! I have been waiting.... now there is hope

pinholecam · 07-27-2021, 08:13 PM

Prepping to get a A7iii for this.
Already have a very old A7 (bought since release), but it won't work with this adapter.

**jumbleview** · 07-27-2021, 08:32 PM

Should it work the same for APC-S and full frame?

pinholecam · 07-27-2021, 10:37 PM

Originally posted by jumbleview

Should it work the same for APC-S and full frame?

Personally, unless they have a list of lenses, I will assume its for the more well known ones like FA limiteds and some of the FA* (these lenses have been shown with the adapter ).
I would think the fully electronic ones to be further in their priority queue. (I have read a review on B&H that claims the Nikon version did not work on his G series lenses. )

Best is to ask directly on the FB page.

**UncleVanya** · 07-27-2021, 11:36 PM

There is a list of lenses on the fb page, but it seems stale.

pinholecam · 07-28-2021, 05:45 PM

Just got a used A7iii in anticipation for the adapter, even though I sold my previous FE lenses and only have a Sigma E 30/2.8 (apsc) lens as my only AF lens for this system.
The number of limited and FA* lenses I have does justify the spending imho.

angerdan · 10-06-2021, 11:25 AM

Updates:
RiceHigh's Pentax Blog: The LA-KE1 Monster Adapter is now Put On Sale

angerdan · 10-28-2021, 02:42 PM

Now on preorder:
Monster Adapter Magic Ring Pentax K Lens to Sony E-Mount Camera Adapter - PentaxForums.com

Mistral75 · 11-06-2021, 04:09 AM - **2 Likes**

It's coming!

Originally posted by MonsterAdapter:

About Pentax Adapter LA-KE1

After solving the production issue, we have already started shipping to overseas distributors. The supply is relatively limited, and you will be able to receive the item from our dealers in the near future.

Our next focus is on production and the development of firmware v02. LA-KE1 will be listed on our official online store after all dealers' orders are fulfilled. Users who do not have a distributor coverage area can purchase from our official website later.

Source: MonsterAdapter - Publications | Facebook

07-27-2021, 08:32 PM	#39
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05-07-2021, 05:36 AM	#31
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357 Original Poster	Originally posted by travelswsage Well 5/3 has passed and still reads as coming soon ... I contacted the company recently, no reply so far.

07-05-2021, 01:08 PM - 1 Like	#32
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,398	Latest info on b&h is August 2021…

07-06-2021, 05:25 AM	#33
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357 Original Poster	Originally posted by UncleVanya Latest info on b&h is August 2021… Still no reply for my question.

07-08-2021, 02:31 PM	#34
Mbaez Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: NY Photos: Albums Posts: 3,773	I don't think the company behind this adapter is serious. Better to let it go.

07-09-2021, 06:46 AM	#35
bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,357 Original Poster	Originally posted by Mbaez I don't think the company behind this adapter is serious. Better to let it go. The delays are bothersome. However, they do have prototypes on hand, and the reason for the delays is that they decided to push for a Nikon to Sony adapter first. Given the user base, that's a sensible decision.

07-27-2021, 09:05 AM - 2 Likes	#36
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,527	'Hello everyone, we have been busy working on Pentax K-Sony E adapter LA-KE1 recently, so we apologize for not responding to your private messages in time. Due to major changes in the upstream and downstream supply chains, our products have unexpectedly delayed. At present, preparations for the LA-KE1 adapter body are complete. Only a few minor things left (like caps, stickers...). That won't be long. Here's our LA-KE1(and other adapters from us) sales network: Our preferred channel in the United States is B&H. Friends in Europe can place an order from our distributor in Italy(Name will be revealed soon). Japanese distributor is ShotenKobo. Hong Kong SAR distributor is Zenit (Hong Kong) Company Limited. Thank you.' Source: MonsterAdapter - Publications \| Facebook

07-27-2021, 09:19 AM	#37
akptc Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 771	Thanks for posting! I have been waiting.... now there is hope

07-27-2021, 08:13 PM	#38
pinholecam Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,706	Prepping to get a A7iii for this. Already have a very old A7 (bought since release), but it won't work with this adapter.

07-27-2021, 10:37 PM	#40
pinholecam Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,706	Originally posted by jumbleview Should it work the same for APC-S and full frame? Personally, unless they have a list of lenses, I will assume its for the more well known ones like FA limiteds and some of the FA* (these lenses have been shown with the adapter ). I would think the fully electronic ones to be further in their priority queue. (I have read a review on B&H that claims the Nikon version did not work on his G series lenses. ) Best is to ask directly on the FB page.

07-27-2021, 11:36 PM	#41
UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,398	There is a list of lenses on the fb page, but it seems stale.

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07-28-2021, 05:45 PM	#42
pinholecam Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,706	Just got a used A7iii in anticipation for the adapter, even though I sold my previous FE lenses and only have a Sigma E 30/2.8 (apsc) lens as my only AF lens for this system. The number of limited and FA* lenses I have does justify the spending imho.

10-06-2021, 11:25 AM	#43
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,639	Updates: RiceHigh's Pentax Blog: The LA-KE1 Monster Adapter is now Put On Sale

10-28-2021, 02:42 PM	#44
angerdan Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2015 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,639	Now on preorder: Monster Adapter Magic Ring Pentax K Lens to Sony E-Mount Camera Adapter - PentaxForums.com

11-06-2021, 04:09 AM - 2 Likes	#45
Mistral75 Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Paris, France Posts: 7,527	It's coming! Originally posted by MonsterAdapter: About Pentax Adapter LA-KE1 After solving the production issue, we have already started shipping to overseas distributors. The supply is relatively limited, and you will be able to receive the item from our dealers in the near future. Our next focus is on production and the development of firmware v02. LA-KE1 will be listed on our official online store after all dealers' orders are fulfilled. Users who do not have a distributor coverage area can purchase from our official website later. Source: MonsterAdapter - Publications \| Facebook