Lens adapter compatibility

Samsung NX lenses on Sony E-mount cameras

Can you use Samsung NX lenses on Sony E-mount cameras? Yes, with a simple mechanical adapter (manual focus). The Samsung NX flange distance is 25.50 mm and Sony E-mount is 18.00 mm, a difference of +7.50 mm.

+7.50 mm

Space for the adapter

25.50 mm

Samsung NX flange

18.00 mm

Sony E-mount flange

Verdict: Yes — a simple 7.5 mm adapter keeps infinity focus.

What to expect#

Aperture control: lenses with a manual aperture ring work directly; electronically controlled lenses (no ring) need a smart adapter or one with a built-in aperture lever.

Focus: use focus peaking and magnification in the viewfinder. Exposure metering works normally because the camera meters through the lens at working aperture.

Image circle: Samsung NX lenses are designed for a smaller sensor (≈1.5× crop), so expect heavy vignetting on a full-frame Sony E-mount body unless you use its crop mode.

Samsung NX lenses you could adapt#

Sony E-mount cameras#

Other systems for Samsung NX lenses#

Canon RF Nikon Z Fujifilm X-mount Micro Four Thirds L-Mount Canon EF-M Hasselblad XCD Nikon 1 (CX)Pentax Q

Frequently asked questions#

Will Samsung NX lenses autofocus on Sony E-mount?

No — adapted lenses are manual focus on this combination.

Does a Samsung NX to Sony E-mount adapter affect image quality?

A glass-free adapter is just a precisely machined spacer, so image quality is unchanged when it is built to the right thickness. Cheap adapters can be slightly too thin or thick, which shifts the infinity mark.

Last updated October 03, 2026 · How we calculate · Sources