Prevent AF Accidents with the Sony 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM [VIDEO]

Featuring Logan Wood

The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM lens has a focus collar that moves forward for Autofocus (AF) and back for Manual Focus (MF). When you install it in an underwater housing, there’s a chance to inadvertently bump the collar when installing the lens. And if you’re left in manual focus without a focus ring installed, you’re going to end up missing photo opportunities. This can be avoided by easily sliding on the Focus Ring Lock. 

 

Once pushed forward in the autofocus position, the silicone ring sits in the remaining space and blocks the focus collar from moving. It can be easily removed and re-attached in between dives, just be careful not to stretch it out.

If you plan on using autofocus with this lens, buy yourself some easy insurance and save a few headaches by adding this to your lens. 

 

This lock is not intended to be pushed down into the gap but fit just on top of it, as pictured.

 

Equipment Used

Focus Ring Lock for Sony FE 100mm F2.8 Macro GM # 5509.75

 

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Logan Wood is a published photographer, cinematographer, and Producer at Ikelite. Stemming from a great appreciation for the outdoors and living an active lifestyle, his work focuses on capturing and sharing the natural world through the latest technologies. When not in the studio, Logan can be found cruising on his bike, going to concerts, and researching where to go next. You can see more of his work at loganwood.net and on Instagram @jlowood