Film Digitizing Adapter & LED Set for 35mm Film

Digitize 35mm Film with Camera-Level Detail

Bring your 35mm negatives and slides into the digital workflow with this film digitizing adapter and LED light set. Designed to work with DSLR and mirrorless cameras plus compatible macro lenses, it turns your camera into a high-resolution film digitizing system, delivering RAW files with far greater detail and flexibility than typical standalone film scanners. It is a practical replacement for the Nikon ES-2, while adding wider lens compatibility through the included adapter rings.

The set includes a main barrel, eight adapter rings (52-52mm, 62-52mm, 67-52mm, 55-52mm, 46-52mm, 49-52mm, 58-52mm), a slide mount holder, strip film holder, LED light panel and an instruction manual. The holders are engineered to keep 35mm film and slides flat and consistently positioned in front of the lens, reducing alignment time and simplifying batch digitizing. The LED unit uses 42 high-CRI (95+) LEDs at 6500K daylight color temperature, diffused through an optical screen to provide even, soft illumination across the entire frame and minimize hotspots or color shifts. Brightness is adjustable in 10 levels, allowing you to fine-tune exposure when working with dense or thin negatives.

The LED panel is powered via Micro USB (cable length approx. 1.5 m, power draw 7.5 W), making it easy to run from common USB power sources in studio or on location. The compact ABS construction and integrated barrel design allow quick mounting to supported macro lenses from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Laowa and Olympus, with detailed compatibility guidance included. For users without a dedicated macro lens, the system can be paired with macro extension tubes (sold separately) or used with the LED light and strip holder alone for alternative setups. The kit is particularly well-suited to Nikon D850 users, taking advantage of the camera's Negative Digitizer mode for in-camera color reversal and faster workflows.

Why It's a Smart Choice

• Enables high-resolution RAW capture of 35mm film using your existing DSLR or mirrorless camera.
• Even, color-accurate LED illumination (CRI 95+, 6500K, 10-step brightness) for consistent, clean scans.
• Film and slide holders keep frames flat and precisely aligned, reducing post-processing corrections.

FAQ

Q: How is this different from a standalone film scanner?
A: A film scanner is faster and simpler but usually outputs JPEG files with limited resolution. This adapter is used with a DSLR or mirrorless camera and macro lens to capture RAW files, giving higher resolution, more dynamic range and greater control over color and editing.

Q: How does it compare to the Nikon ES-2 adapter?
A: It serves the same purpose as the ES-2 but includes additional adapter rings, making it compatible with a broader range of Canon, Nikon, Sony, Laowa and Olympus macro lenses.

Q: Which cameras and lenses are recommended?
A: For best results, use one of the listed compatible macro lenses such as Canon EF/RF 100mm Macro, Nikon Micro-NIKKOR 60mm, Nikon Z MC 50mm/105mm, Sony FE 50mm/90mm Macro, Laowa 50/60/65/85/100mm Macro, or Olympus M.Zuiko 60mm Macro, combined with the specified adapter rings. Other lenses may work but are not guaranteed due to focus distance and thread size.

Q: What slide sizes are supported?
A: The slide mount holder is compatible with most 35mm slide mounts with a thickness below 2 mm.

Q: How do I convert negatives to positive images?
A: You can invert negatives in Lightroom, Photoshop or similar software. Many users prefer the Lightroom plugin "Negative Lab Pro". Online tools such as those provided by Lomography can also be used for faster conversions.

Q: Can I use macro extension tubes instead of a macro lens?
A: Yes. Macro extension tubes can be used to achieve the required magnification if you do not own a dedicated macro lens.

Q: Are there any usage precautions?
A: Turn off lens image stabilization when using the adapter, avoid leaving film in front of the powered LED light for extended periods, and ensure slides and negatives are clean and properly seated in the holders for best image quality.