DZOFILM announces Octopus II adapter and Marlin 1.4x extender

Octopus II is the second generation of the multi-mount lens adapter from DZOFILM, while the Marlin 1.4x extender from the company expands your existing lens lineup to adapt to diverse production gear. 

The Octopus II multi-mount lens adapter & Marlin 1.4x extender are new and more capable essential lens accessories for professional filmmakers introduced by DZOFILM. The Octopus II Adapter and Marlin 1.4x Extender, provide greater flexibility, compatibility, and efficiency across a wide range of filmmaking applications, and are useful tools for anyone, from short-form bloggers, content creators, livestreamers and YouTubers to independent filmmakers, commercial media and advertising, and professional DOPs. 

The new Octopus II, the second generation of the accessory, is a highly versatile multi-mount lens adapter that supports E, Z, L, and RF mount lenses, as well as Super35, full-frame, and medium-format sensors. With 7.12% more internal space, it offers improved compatibility with DZOFILM’s Arles, Arcana, Vespid, Catta, Pictor, Gnosis, and other professional cinema lenses.

According to DZOFILM, “the second-generation design is up to 49% lighter, weighing as little as 190g (depending on mount). Its strong aluminum body is paired with a stainless-steel mount that is rated for more than 100,000 mounting cycles with 0.01mm precision, ensuring long-term reliability and durability.”

The redesigned ergonomic handle features directional guides that make lens changes easier, particularly when working with handheld or fully rigged camera setups. A detachable 1/4″ threaded base allows the center of gravity to be shifted onto the adapter, reducing stress on the camera’s native mount. In addition, the factory pre-set flange focal distance eliminates the need for calibration while ensuring accurate infinity focus.

 The new Marlin 1.4x Extender (or Expander) now announced increases effective focal length by 1.4x while maintaining light loss below one stop, enabling lenses designed for Super35 to cover full-frame sensors.

The extender incorporates premium high-refractive-index SR optical elements, large-diameter aspherical lenses, and an internally flocked design that effectively minimizes stray light. Chromatic aberration is tightly controlled, helping preserve the original character of the lens. Integrated back-focus adjustment eliminates the need for operators to detach the lens or use shims during setup and fine-tuning.

Manufactured with stainless-steel mounts on both sides, the Marlin 1.4x Extender is engineered for long-term reliability and durability. Precision machining further helps prevent binding during mounting and operation.

The Octopus II is available now, with a suggested retail price of $199. The Marlin 1.4x Extender, also available now, as a suggested retail price of $799.