As reported earlier, this is the Lensmate LX3/D-Lux4 46mm lens adapter:
Precisely machined from 6061 aluminum, in either black or silver anodized finish they complement the style of the Panasonic LX3 and Leica D-Lux 4. Allows the attachment of:
- filters
- step rings
- conversion lenses
Also protects the delicate zoom lens and mechanism from damage.
The OEM lens cap was designed to clip into the trim ring (which is removed to attach a lens adapter tube) rendering it useless when you want to use a lens adapter.
Lensmate felt the OEM lens cap was so beautiful that they wanted to keep the integrity of the camera’s look and have designed lens cap adapter tabs that let you keep using the OEM cap even with a lens adapter or with any standard 46mm filter attached. They go on with a snap and are easy to remove when you want and retain the full function of the cap. Great for traveling and street photography – you can leave the camera on, ready for action without worrying about bashing that gorgeous Leica lens.
