MarkII vs m42

[panam]

Hi,

Have a quick question and looking for the suggestion

Currently I put my hands on a used mark 2 previously ive been using Sony with m42 ring and few lenses (58mm and 135mm Helios)
Would like to use these on a canon but i read some things about mirror hitting these two lenses, is this true? I need solid answer here don't want to break 5d

And a suggestion about nice m42 wide lens and macro lens (1:1 would be nice)

Best Regads!

[ManualFocus-G]

The Helios 135mm is fine on the 5D Mark II (I presume this is the camera you are talking about). The Helios 58mm is known as the 44, 44-2, 44-3, 44M, 44M-4 etc. Some hit the mirror and some don't! The problem is only obvious at infinity focus, and you are unlikely to damage your camera. Firstly, make sure you have a good quality adapter that isn't too thin. I've had most problems with Helios 44-2, but hopefully others can provide more information.

[panam]

Hi,

Thank you for your fast response ManualFocus-G, would you be able to advice what sort of ring I shall look for on eBay?


"Firstly, make sure you have a good quality adapter that isn't too thin."

By saying that did you mean: difference between normal silver/black adapter ring and tube style adapter ring?

Kind Regards