Funleader Releases Black Edition of Contax G35 Leica M Conversion Kit
Funleader has introduced a revamped Black Edition of its Contax G35 Leica M Conversion Helicoid V2, now featuring a lighter and more durable aluminum alloy casing. This innovative conversion system enables photographers to use original Contax G35 Carl Zeiss T* lenses with Leica M cameras without any irreversible alterations, ensuring the lens remains intact. Included in the kit is a complementary aluminum lens cap, and it facilitates proper rangefinder coupling with a minimum focusing distance of 0.7 meters. Enhancements based on user feedback improve focus damping and smoothness. The conversion retains full-frame coverage, a 35mm focal length, an f/2.0 aperture, and a 46mm filter thread. However, at f/16, the effective aperture is around f/13 due to mechanical limitations, a trade-off made for improved focus performance. The introductory sale price is $990 (regularly $1,099), with the helicoid priced at $519. This update showcases Funleader's commitment to modernizing classic optics for today's digital photography, appealing to those who appreciate Zeiss's traditional rendering in the Leica M system.
Key facts
- Funleader released Black Edition of Contax G35 Leica M Conversion Helicoid V2
- New version uses upgraded aluminum alloy housing for lighter weight and improved durability
- Non-destructive conversion preserves original optical block without permanent modification
- Kit includes matching aluminum lens cap and supports proper rangefinder coupling
- Minimum focusing distance is 0.7 meters, filter thread is 46mm
- Internal mechanical refinements improve focus damping and smoothness
- At f/16, effective aperture is approximately f/13 due to mechanical constraints
- Launch sale price is $990, regular price $1,099; helicoid alone $519
Entities
Institutions
- Funleader
- Contax
- Carl Zeiss
- Leica