Helios 44m-4 58mm f/2.0 M42 Mount Lens

The Helios 44M-4 58mm f/2.0 is one of the most iconic vintage lenses ever made — renowned for its distinctive swirly bokeh, smooth rendering, and dreamy character. Modeled after the Carl Zeiss Biotar optical formula, it delivers a look that’s uniquely vintage, with beautiful falloff and a touch of painterly softness that digital shooters love.

With an M42 screw mount, this lens can easily be adapted to most modern mirrorless systems (Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Fuji X, etc.) with inexpensive adapters.

Condition: ONE-OFF

This lens is in moderate user condition with noticeable cleaning marks and mild internal haze. The haze gives photos a soft glow and lower contrast, especially wide open — perfect for those chasing that ethereal filmic look straight out of camera. Aperture blades are snappy, and focus is smooth throughout the range.

An excellent artistic tool for portraits and experimental work — the Helios is a cult favorite for a reason.

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