Lenses that simply wouldn't fit before now have a home
In the ongoing effort to give cinematographers more control over light and optics without sacrificing flexibility, Mofage has released the POCO II Drop-In Filter Adapter — a refined successor to a tool that quietly became a standard across professional camera ecosystems since 2022. The new version expands what lenses can be used, reduces the physical burden on the operator, and introduces a small but meaningful creative element in the form of a removable optical effects module. It is a story of incremental but purposeful refinement: the kind of evolution that happens when makers listen closely to the people who depend on their tools.
- Cinematographers using the original POCO had hit a hard wall — certain anamorphic and premium lenses simply wouldn't fit, leaving expensive glass on the shelf.
- Mofage reworked the adapter's internal architecture from the ground up, carving out 26mm of rear element clearance to finally welcome lenses like the NiSi Athena into the system.
- A swappable Canon EF front mount and a removable orange creative module give operators new expressive choices without forcing them to abandon their existing filter investments.
- The mechanical core — geared ND dial, one-motion filter swaps, secure locking cartridge — remains intact, preserving the muscle memory of users already fluent in the original system.
- Orders are open now across six major camera mounts, with first shipments landing after July 20th, closing the gap for users who had been waiting on the sidelines.
Mofage has opened orders for the POCO II Drop-In Filter Adapter, with shipments beginning after July 20th. The device is a meaningful evolution of the original POCO, which launched in 2022 and built a loyal following among cinematographers and video producers. The company previewed the new version at NAB in April, and the changes directly address limitations that first-generation users had run into.
The most significant upgrade is expanded lens compatibility. The internal structure has been completely reworked to allow rear elements extending up to 26mm deep — opening the system to lenses like the NiSi Athena and certain anamorphics that were previously incompatible. Users can also swap in a Canon EF front mount from the included kit, adding flexibility alongside the traditional PL option.
Mofage has also trimmed weight and improved the adapter's feel in hand. A new removable creative module — a small orange ring in the lens baffle — lets operators introduce optical effects like lens flares and internal reflections, or remove it entirely for a clean image.
The core filter system is unchanged: a geared dial for exposure adjustment by rotation, one-motion filter swaps, and a locking cartridge that holds firm even during handheld work. The full filter lineup — variable ND, circular polarizer, mist, streak, and the Pro Duo Series — remains cross-compatible with the original POCO, protecting existing users' investments.
The POCO II ships in six mounts: Sony E, Canon RF, Leica L, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, and Kine Mount — a range that reflects how broadly the adapter has been adopted across camera ecosystems.
Mofage has opened orders for the POCO II Drop-In Filter Adapter, with shipments beginning after July 20th. The device represents a significant evolution of the original POCO adapter, which launched in 2022 and found a devoted following among cinematographers and video producers. The company first showed the new version at NAB in April, and the improvements address real constraints that users of the first generation had encountered.
The redesign centers on expanded lens compatibility. The internal structure has been completely reworked to create more clearance inside the adapter, allowing it to accept lenses with rear elements extending up to 26mm deep. This opens the door to gear that simply wouldn't fit before—notably the NiSi Athena and certain anamorphic lenses that had been incompatible with the original POCO. The adapter now offers a choice of front mounts: the traditional PL mount remains, but users can swap in a Canon EF mount from the included kit if they prefer to run EF glass instead.
Beyond compatibility, Mofage has trimmed weight and refined the mechanical feel. The new stylized insert system makes the adapter more pleasant to handle and operate. A removable creative module—a small orange ring that sits in the lens baffle—lets users introduce optical effects like lens flares, internal reflections, and distinctive image characteristics. It's designed to be user-removable, so operators can dial in the look they want or remove it entirely for a clean image.
The core drop-in filter system remains unchanged from the original, which means the geared dial still allows exposure adjustment by simple rotation, a feature that matters for cameras without built-in ND control. Filters click in and out with one motion, enabling fast swaps during a shoot. The locking mechanism holds the filter cartridge firmly in place, so there's no risk of it shifting loose even during handheld work or vigorous camera movement.
The filter lineup is extensive. Mofage offers variable ND ranging from 0.3 to 2.4 stops, along with clear, circular polarizer, and a range of mist and streak options in different densities. The Pro Duo Series adds fast neutral density filters and glimmer effects. Importantly, all of these filters are cross-compatible with the original POCO system, so existing users aren't locked into buying new glass.
The POCO II will be available in six camera mounts: Sony E, Canon RF, Leica L, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, and Kine Mount. That breadth reflects how the adapter has become a standard tool across different camera ecosystems. For anyone who's been waiting for a POCO that could handle longer rear elements or preferred the flexibility of EF mount, the POCO II closes those gaps. Orders are live now, and the first units ship in just over a week.
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The internal structure has been completely reworked to provide increased clearance, allowing lenses with longer rear elements to be used— Mofage product description
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Why does a drop-in filter adapter matter enough to redesign from scratch?
Because cinematographers spend money on lenses they want to use, and if an adapter won't accept them, it's worthless. The original POCO was great, but it had a depth limit. That meant certain lenses—especially anamorphics and the Athena—just didn't fit. You can't sell a universal tool if it excludes the gear people actually own.
The creative module sounds like a gimmick. Is it?
Not really. Lens flares and internal reflections are real optical effects that some cinematographers want to control. Making it removable is smart—you get the option without being forced into it. It's the difference between a tool and a toy.
Why keep the original filter system unchanged?
Because it works. The geared dial, the one-click removal, the locking mechanism—those aren't broken. Changing them would alienate existing users and force them to rebuy filters. Cross-compatibility is a business decision that also respects the people who already invested in the system.
The weight reduction seems minor. Does it matter?
On a handheld rig or a gimbal, every gram counts. Lighter means less fatigue, less drift, cleaner shots. It's not revolutionary, but it's real.
Why six different camera mounts?
Because the market is fragmented. Sony, Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Leica, and Kine all have their users. If you want to sell a professional tool, you have to meet people where they are. You can't pick a winner.