Converting slides to digital images is easy using the Nikon ES-2 Film Digitizing adapter set paired with a Nikon Z6 full-frame camera.  The adapter simply screws onto the lens’ where a filter would be attacked.

The adapter comes with a 2-section slide holder and a 6-section negative holder.  Also included are 2 separate 62mm adapters which can be placed together to add extra length if needed with your lens.

In my experience thus far, I had to attach both rings together to get a proper focus when using the NIKKOR Z MC 50mm f/2.8 macro lens.  Adding the extra length adds a large border that needs to be cropped (and mostly straightened) after shooting.

In converting a couple hundred slides, I found that the automatic camera settings often come out with a better image than the manual settings.  When in manual, I have the camera set to:

• Aperture of f/8
• ISO 100
• Shutter speed on auto set to aperture priority
• Picture control flat.

Many sites I have read state that you get a good image with proper light shooting out the window on a sunny day, but I found a much better result using the light panel listed below set to between 5500k and 5600k.  Tripods and shutter delay are also a must regardless of what you have read.

Some of the images I have scanned are 60+ years old and still come out great while others with a point-and-shoot still need some color editing.

As I progress through the thousands of slides, I will update any changes I have made.