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Weird Lens Reviews: Helios 44-2 58mm f/2 with samples (Full-frame and APS-C)
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- I don't normally review legacy lenses and I'm largely going to be sticking to that rule. But I've had a tonne of requests to take a look at this particular Helios lens (and there are many different variations of it out there). This one is particularly interesting as it gives you a bit of a 'swirly-bokeh' effect. I actually held on to this lens as it turned out to be a lot of fun to use...!
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I love this lens. My father made me photos with this lens when I was a child and now I´m making photos with the same lens to my little son
Here In Russia the second lenses that every photographer get is the helios. and some times for free :-)
Send me one to Poland ;)
Не, я взял 50мм от кэнона
@@VitaminVS You gent them like new and cheap in Amazon. Blessings 🙏
@@wilsoneusebio777 ordered one. Lets see how good it is. Is it possible to order from some website in Russia to Poland?
What's the first?
Thank you dad for keeping your Zenit with Helios lens. Never knew I could use that lens. Oh beautiful internet :)
Lucky you
Oh beautiful ivana
Wow! My dad gave me his old Zenit with this exact lens to try. I had so many nice shots on it. Used it for about 2 years. Great memories.
The swirly bokeh effect can easily be achieved on crop sensors. No need at all for a full-frame camera. It's just a matter of distance and knowing what backgrounds and light conditions work best. That being said, this was a nice review and it's a real pity you won't be doing more. Vintage MF lenses are like a parallel universe with its own rules and time.
+Mica GBM Do all MF lenses have that swirly bokeh?
+Gnarly Vision No, only some of them such as the Helios 40-2 85/1.5, the CZJ Biotar 75/1.5 or the Leica Summitar 50/2. Other vintage lenses have star-shaped bokeh at certain apertures like the Macro Takumar 50/4 or the MC Volna-9 50/2.8. The Zenitar-ME1 50/1.7 even has square bokeh. Then you have the so-called bokeh monsters with so many blades bokeh bubbles are perfectly round (Pentacon 135/2.8 or Tair-11A 135/2.8). Hope it helps.
you can't achieve that swirly bokeh like of full frame on crop sensor cameras. it crops the center area of the optics & missed the rest of the image area.
Does it now? Try harder. There's millions of photos across the web from people who managed to succeed. Just because you can't doesn't mean it can't be achieved.
it swirls. but not enough like what you see in a fullframe, dinstance from subject won't help you. some people modify the front element but the swirling effect looks kinda weird
Hey man, just wanted to say you make awesome videos and it really helped me on picking out my first ever camera lens. One of the most helpful photography channel on UA-cam. Keep up the good work
+Jonathan Nguyen Thanks!
I adore most of the older Russian lenses and have quite a few of their amazing East German and Ukraine made camera's as well. The Helios 44-2 lenses I've shot does exactly as you say, but perform so well that I never regret using them on my later Japanese camera bodies since I have neutral density filters to accommodate special effects. They are solid performers, and can't really see not using them even if other lenses are at hand. Great content, and a solid review.
got one a few weeks ago and it works flawlessly on my 5D II
I agree with all you've said here. I had couple of 44-2s and surprisingly, all of them behaved differently (optically speaking). I've read somewhere that is because of poor control quality in Soviet days.
Anyways, what you should've mention is the other version of this lens are known to hit mirror of FF Canon's, just a heads up to people who would be willing to buy this. When focusing to infinity or near it, some versions will protrude significantly more into body of camera then other, causing it to hit the mirror, and possibly damage it.
I am talking about 44M-2, 44M-3, 44M-4, 44M-5, 44M-6 and 44M-7.
I was so said when I realized I had to sell my MC 44M-3, when I made my switch to 6D, because it was much sharper and contrasty than 44-2s I owned.
For any people interested in Soviet era lenses, I'd pay attention to Helios 77M-4 (50mm f/1.8) , Helios 40-2 (85mm f/1.5) and Jupiter 9 (85mm f/2). Whit exception of Jupiter, both of them have swirly bokeh, but they are much more expensive.
Some other Jupiter lenses are also interesting. I'm considering buying a bunch of them. Is there Anything I need to know before i do?
these lenses were made on different plants, thousands of miles apart Produced from differently sourced glass and coated by different processes. w
What quality control are you on about???
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I own one. Got it for $60 on Ebay and thankfully the seller lived in the US since they are mainly produced in Russia.
It's attached to my Fuji XT-1 and it is an amazing portrait lens. Never really bothered on achieving the swirly bokeh look since I prefer shooting someone closely with just enough background for a little depth. Aside from all that I definitely recommend this lens and you save a pretty penny and you will not be disappointed.
They have gone up in price a lot since I made this review
Oh, wow It's all your fault!! lol j/k
St Gonzalez
A comparision between this lens, the Petzval and the Helios 44M-4 would be awesome!
PS: I missed the samples with the APS-C at the end on the video, or any footage to compare the swirly bokeh with both FF and cropped
There are GREAT old vintage Russian lenses out there ! I am a collector of these. Amazing quality and ... can be very cheap !
I have been using my 58mm Helios lens on my APSC A6500 with a Kipon 0.7x M-42 to E-mount Focal Reducer and it works quite well... I also use the Kipon on my A6500 when I shoot with a Meyer Optik Gorlitz Orestor 135mm f/2.8 lens...
I had a Zenith B with this lens for many years. I used the stepless aperture ring as they suggested in the manual - open it up to focus, shut it down to shoot. (Set your preferred aperture on the clicking aperture ring first). I used to meter with a Leningrad 4 exposure meter. Now I have a full-frame Canon DSLR with M42 adapter, I can meter using the camera's own system (all manual settings of course).
You make the really best lens review videos, thanks man! I really mean it! :)
I'm actually selling one with EF Mount😁
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@@macogottalent112 I have my own already, bought it around 3 years ago, modified by IronGlass with 16-iris blades and cinemod. Also I have anamorfaked it since with Oval disc and taken off some coatings from the sides to get it even more dream like!
@@Muwex Nice! Im kinda new to photography so can you please explain what a anamorfake is?
+Christopher Frost Photography I loved this review as the Helios 58mm is one of my fave lenses. Awesome stuff and I hope you'll 'bend' your rules again sometime in the future when you're less busy. Love your channel by the way and I know that getting one episode up is a lot of work so we really appreciate it. Take care and God bless you.
Can you do a petzval 85 vs Helios 40-2 c comparison ?
I just bought this. I'm stoked to play around with it.
The silver m42 adapter you used introduce allot flare when the lens is wide open. I recommend people using a black coated one unless you want a "special" effect.
Thanks for your video
Bought Zenit-11 camera with the 44M-4 version in 1988, still use the kit for vintage shots. Thanks a lot Chris, much appreciated!
Been waiting for this review for a while. Brilliant to see how it compares to more modern lenses. I got mine primarily for video shooting, which it does nicely. Also, I found the lack of contrast actually helped in post. It's a great wee lens (if you get a good one!)
Chris, its a russian clone of the Zeiss Biotar 58mm F2....after WW2. it gives a swirly bokeh at open apertures. I have that lens for many years.
But it costs like a wing from the airplane!!!
@@Mirrka2009 Hrhr...not that much. I do have currently a Chinese Clone Lens for Minolta Mount... ;)
I'm loving it on an APS-C sensor. Helios 44-2 is up to around $40 on Ebay now. Thanks for the explanation of the backwards aperture ring!
I've got the grandpa of the lens you have - Helios 44 produced in 60's. Very happy with it.
Cool :-)
Even if this is an old video, it's always a great pleasure, and really relaxing to listen to your soothing voice with your sweet British accent, Christopher. Also, your microphone is perfect for your voice, and this music made by the famous Kevin MacLeod fits perfectly for your videos. It's like your trademark now in some way, haha! Great video review about the Helios 44-2, thank you!
Anyone reading who has since got on the a7c train, this lens is amazing on that body. Perfect size and balance, focus peaking makes it a joy to use. Video looks straight out of a dream. They can still be had for $50 on eBay. Absolute steal!
Christopher said his copy was £25, 8 years ago, I just picked a mint copy up for £50, so not bad inflation considering the hype. Thanks as always for your great reviews.
Excellent review as always Chris. The Helios 44-2 58mm . I paid £40 for mine but still think it's a bargain when compared to other lenses at this focal length. it is in very good condition & looks brand new. I bought it on the strength of this review & attached it to Fuji XT1.I love it
Very nice review Christopher... I really enjoy your channel! Be well and stay encouraged!!!
Just got a nice copy of this. I'm not concerned about the corners or vignetting, you don't buy an old lens like this for pixel peeping. You're buying it for that buttery smooth bokeh, making corner softness insignificant. These old lenses have a charm that modern lenses just cannot deliver [without a lot of processing] - also, most users of this lens love that flaring ;) I paid €50 for mine, and €10 for an M42 to Fuji X adapter. I doubt you'd find one for £10 anywhere unless it's falling apart.
The price has gone up a LOT since I made this review. They used to be so cheap!
Christopher Frost Photography Yeah, it's a bit of a catch 22. Reviews like yours are great for drawing our attention to these wonderful cheap lenses, but that in turn boosts sales of these gems, and pushes the prices up. They don't rise beyond control, I still think €50 for an F2, interesting character lens is great value :)
Mine cost me £40 (+£20 for shipping; eBay Germany) but I still HAD to get this lens only for that bokeh!!! :D
yes. i paid £40 too. My one looks almost new. Maybe that's what you get for £40. I did see cheaper ones but they looked a bit too used
Actually I haven't received my lens yet, it should arrive the next week... :) I ordered mine from a seller with positive feedback rating of 99,7 % and the seller said it is in good condition so I suppose I can trust that it indeed is!
I own a similar lens (Helios 44M-4)
didn't pay anything for it, found it in my grandma's locker :)
I absolutely love this lens, the only disappointment is that it has some significant play in the focus ring. Makes focusing really annoying sometimes.
I wonder if it is my particular lens problem or they're all like that.
Also, the "swirly bokeh" effect is there on the APS-C cameras as well. It just depends on a background really.
Thanks for your reviews, they are really helpful and fun to watch ;)
Amazing coincidence! I won a Zenit E plus a Helios 44-2 a few days prior to the upload of this video. The softer aperture ring, as the manual says, helps you to compose the pic also by shallowing depth of focus so you can be sure you have your object the sharpest possible when working on wider apertures.
My favourite lens ever
Your version was manufactured at the Valdai plant which is the worst one out of the 3 plants (the others were MMZ and KMZ). Optically it’s very inferior to the other 2.
Thank you for your review 😊. It's the valdai version of helios 44-2. Image quality of kmz ane mmz versions should be better.
Takumar has a nice 3.5/28 mm manual lens. I got it for like $30 on Ebay (used). Also a great attachment for Fujis X-series. It also works with Fotiox M42-FX adapter (which is needed for this lens) so you don't need to buy a separate adapter.
Regarding sharpness between center and corners you clearly pointed out, it should be difference in focus. There is a different distance between lens to your test poster center and to poster corners. When you where changing aperture, actually you changed deep of fields that is why you get sharper corners. It means that lens behave as per design. Do you agree?
The issue you're referring to is called 'field curvature'. Lenses should be designed to cope with that. If not, then their corners will be soft. I'm not here to give the reasons why a lens might or might not have soft corners - just to show you how soft they might be.
10 pounds? Not anymore.
The prices for one are just ridiculous these days.
Got one for 50€, with a Zenit EM, the original carrying case and an original flash, all in ok cosmetic condition
@@aquss33 Lucky. They definitely sell for a lot more than that on eBay nowadays. I paid $20 for mine in 2017. They're north of $60 to $70 now, minimum.
Also you can find swirly bokeh in the crop frame, but it's only at certain combinations of distance, background, and aperture
I recently bought one of these on a trip to Uzbekistan that is very similar to the one you reviewed. Yours was made in 1985, and mine is slightly newer, with the manufacture date of 1988 (The first two numbers on the serial number are the manufacture date). I found your review to be very useful as I begin my journey with vinatage Soviet lenses on my mondern Fujifilm camera.
I found this Lens in my attic. Did some work on the focus mechanism and it works amazing.
I'm happy people like this lens so much it leaves all the unknown brands that are sharper and better built untouched. (check ken wheelers m42 recommendations)
Nice for portraiture - the edge deterioration actually adds to the charm
Note the symbol on the lens, it's the logo of the factory that made it. It was produced in 3 separate factories; KMZ, Belomo and Valdai. Of those, lenses produced in Valdai have the worst build quality, and highly likely worst picture quality, and this is the lens in the video.
The F markings are still confusing me when I have to write down the settings at which the pictures had been taken.
The quality of your review is outstanding. Thank you.
This is my favourite lens. I have one on every M42 mount body I have. I've shot some incredible video with this as well with the cropped censored A6000.
I'm shooting a review of this lens myself soon. Cheers.
arjun rai I would get an M42 to E-mount adaptor and check out some Helios and other M42 classic lenses.
arjun rai Also check out old Zuiko (Olympus) lenses.
Old Cameras hi. Is the m42 adapter going to work on canon 5D? I am clueless. I need an adapter with af confirmation chip. I have been using it without the chip and it's making me nit want to use it but when i nail it it's beauty
The kit lens is not at all bad. The Kit lens of a6300 is actually a remarkable wide angle lens. Consider this, its a 16mm f3.5 on an APS-C body, which has a sensor slightly larger than Canon or Nikon APS-Cs. Nikon and Canon usually provide a 18mm f3.5 base kit lens. Imagine the landscape photography on that lens. f3.5 is a good aperture speed for landscape. You don't need anything lower unless you're going low light for landscape. Overall its an amazing lens and not worth any criticism, considering it comes free of cost. You just need to know to make the best of the lenses. I use A6000 with the Kit lens as my Wide angle lens, Sigma 30mm f1.4 as my portrait lens and the Sony 18-105mm f4 as telephoto. If you're into portrait photography, Helios 44m is a great and cheap option. Its an excellent lens. But considering your budget, your Kit lens is the best Wide angle option you have.
I've got the Zeiss equivalent on my 5D and the Helios on my Olympus E-5. Both result in pretty interesting pictures with a distinct vintage look
Buying Helios 44 lenses its a good idea to look for the little symbol in front of the lenses. They were build by different companies and they have each their own symbol. The symbol with an arrow through a kind of rectangle and an oval circle is done by a company that used oil on the blades and had a very bad reputation regarding quality build. I learned this by a russian youtuber that review this kind of lenses.
Agreed. Too bad he was testing the seemingly lowest quality factory version. Really wish this was the KMZ version of this lense. Oh well.
Sry for my english. You only get the swirley effect if you disassemble the lens and turn the lenses. Preferably the rear first lens and also the second front. It depends on the version of the lens. Not all can be contacted because of the vaulting. For me, one of the best picturesque lenses.
This lovely lens is a copy of Carl Zeiss lens from the 30s, which was designed primarily having black and white photography in mind. Therefore Helios can be challenging with color performance, but Lightroom or using in-camera settings can help. Another soviet good lens is Jupiter 8 50mm f/2 (M39), there were some good MIR lenses as well.
How are you able to take photos with this lens? I just received my copy and my Canon 6D isn't able to read the lens therefore unable to take pictures but I'm able to take AMAZING BOKEHLICIOUS COLORFUL Videos ever!!
Hi Christopher,
I am wondering if you could review the Viltrox DC-50 (or DC-70) monitor , which has FOCUS PEAKING and works with Canon/Nikon cameras.
You've reviewed many manual focus lens, and I guess you could probably give a very insightful review to these monitors.
I have the Helios - 44M f2/58 which I bought for £20 from a charity shop. Works well on my E mount Sony with a M42 adapter. It's certainly very solid and heavy, all metal design and whilst it does have its optical faults it does produce nice pictures.
Great review - so glad you chose to do this one - I recently found an old Helios 44-2 in my loft from teenage photography days. With your information I think I'll get an adapter and try it out on my Sony A7 II.
Can please do a review on those super cheap wide/macro 0.42x lens sold in Amazon for under $15USD?
+quiambaomc I am tempted too actually, but I don't have an 18-55 kit lens at the moment to fix it on to!
+quiambaomc What's stopping you from doing a review?
+kalidesu I just said. I don't have the 18-55 kit lens
1:45 wow that shot is so good looking
The 44M-7 version of this lens is *fantastically* sharp but you have to make sure you get one that was made after 1993 because there are fakes (believe it or not). It is considered the Helios 58mm with the highest lens resolution afaik. The year of manufacture is determined by the first two numbers of the serial number. I have several versions of this lens including the one shown here. I also have a Zeiss Biotar upon which this lens was based, this too gives the characteristic swirly bokeh. The 44M-7 although sharp is not quite so extreme with the swirly bokeh.
Helios sharpness depends mostly of quality of your copy. After many years almost all of them were disassembled/repaired. And there was also poor quality control in USSR manufactures.
I had 44-2, 44M-6, 44-3 and 77m-4. 44-3 was the sharpers one and it was pretty good in center, other were soft.
And also 77m-4 can create stronger swirly effect, perfect for crop-bodies.
Thanks for that information Yaroslav, I have a number of them including the 44-3 44-2 44-7 and just the 44 all of them have very slight differences but one thing they all have in common as far as I am concerned is that they are brilliant. This lens really seems to like this time of year in UK with all the red and yellow leaves on the trees. I call it my "autumn lens" :-)
Bought one really ancient with big green "Made in USSR" stamped onto it. Works great on my 600D, bokeh is less swirly but still very nice considering it's probably 30+ years old piece of equipment. Plus it's cheap (depends where and when you buy it) and build proper being all metal you don't have to worry about it too much when shooting outside.
Also its worth noting that you can often find vast differences in quality in these lenses--I've found mine to work beautifully, but some people have noted that due to age or other issues, that the lenses can act totally differently.
I would like to see more weird lenses, I just discover this new hobby, thank you for posting
Thank you for your videos Chris! I have bought a lot of lenses because of your reviews. I find your videos to be very informative, and pictures amazing. keep up the great work my friend!
Loved your review. I just bought one of these adapted with focus rings. Can't wait to get my hands on it.
Swirly bokeh can be achieved on APS-H camera, too. I used Helios 44-M lenses since 1995, had two of them, now just one, 44-M4. Anyway, thanks for the review.
Good stuff. I like it when your videos have pics of Cardiff in them - I live there. I just picked up an Asahi 55mm 1.8 and waiting desperately for the lens adaptor !!! It looks beautiful - I love the retro look - I hope its OK !
If you have Nikon, then you can look for Helios 81N or any other soviet lens which has N letter at the end, they have Nikon F bayonet. For Pentaxes there is at least Helios 44K-4 which also does not need adapter.
I actually use a lot of M42 lenses adapted to my EOS RP. My favorite is a Mamiya 50mm f/2 that came as the kit lens for my Mamiya/Sekor 500DTL SLR.
One remark about the adapter, Chris! It could be having an effect on image quality! Some are cheap and not properly milled, so infinity cannot be achieved. Other like yours are shiny, not mat black, which can result in internal flaring with open aperture :)
I have read that painted adaptors, the paint can flake over time, and that can damage the sensor. I am a little confused as to what to buy, I would sure like to get into vintage lenses. This one seems really special
@@totmirmis I don't think damaging the sensor is on the table. The worst that could happen is reduced image quality. I think there was some video on a Jupiter 135 which has a internal element, thats shiny and the only consequence was reduced contrast and blooming. Pick a black adapter with AF chip and start experimenting. IMO Canon EF is one if the best platforms for using old lenses. Mirrorless cameras are more compatible with different old lens mounts, but there will be aways that crop factor, depending on sensor size.
@@sreflectionbg thank you, I will be looking for a black adaptor :)
Could you review Jupiter-9 85/2 ,which I'm really interested in??
This lens is probably the most reproduced lens in the world they made so many of these, they were made in millions of copies and in a lot of different models. The first one back in the 1960s had 13 aperture blades and were made according to zeiss biotar as the original formula. There were some with 10 blades, 8 blades and the newest ones has 6 blades. Now wide open the difference is none, but the more blades there are the better bokeh quality you get when the lens is stopped down.
The Helios 44-2 with 8 blades is one of the oldest designs and produce noticeably warmer yellowish colors although it is not as sharp as the new ones with less aperture blades. The new ones produce colder bluish/greenish colors but are sharper and it doesnt offer the same look, the bokeh is the same - swirly, but overall contrast and sharpness greatly reduce the dreamy look you get with older design Helios 44 lenses.
Also there is variation in copies because of the low manufacturing standarts and also because these lenses have been produced a long time ago and were used the whole time by someone. Build quality is insane - you can drop it on the ground and there wont be any noticeable damage done to them, the worst that can happen - bending the filter thread.
IMPORTANT THING - be aware of Helios 44-3 because this is the only model you wont be able to use properly, because of the design - it has a focusing ring very close to the lens mount, this cause problem, when you screw the lens on the camera body, the focusing ring gets stuck and you wont be able to use focus at all..
Thanks Linas Vaičiukynas.
I just ordered this even though I have the 85 1.5 already
The lens that is tested comes from the Valdai plant. The best Helios lenses is said to come from the KMZ-plant from the 60´s. They have better sharpness and better contrast.
i had the mark 6 and its awesome, one day felt to the ground and its okay the lens dont break or get desalineated
It is an incredible lens. Got mine via Ebay for about 60 bucks, adapted for Nikon and modified for infinity focus and I love it. Please, please review the Jupiter 21 200 mm f4 if you can.
I'd like you to please suggest a vintage 85mm or something like that, for portraits and for use on Canon DSLR. And test it too!
No need to test the sharpness. This is a great vintage lens for art. Does make beautiful images. Really nice for filming. People also add an oval aperture inside to make anamorphic looking visuals. I wish there were optional focal lengths of this lens
I use mine on a Olympus OM-D M5 ...... I do flower pics so corners is not a major issue ... center is tack sharp
Hi Chris, I managed to get this lens along with the Zenit E for just $10 or Indian ₹700 just 2 days back . The fellow selling this had no interest or knowledge of what or how valuable the stuff is. That was a lucky bargain, now just waiting for the adapter to arrive so that I also can try my hands on my first vintage lens.
Hi @christopherfrost The fake contacts are realy needed for it to work properly considering the possibility to set it on Canon´s defs menu? Is a screw mount without those contacts good aswell?
Thanks for video.
Your lens have serial number starts from 85, this is year of lens manufacturing. It's made not in Russia, even earlier, lens made in USSR.
Lens very soft, it's general idea of almost all Soviet/Russians lens and it good for portraits and nature.
This lens have warm colors, near yellow.
Lens have 7 modifications, your version is 2. Some lens have MC signs, it's enlightenment like as Canon red ring L series.
In USSR this lens made on different plants, your is Jupiter.
Helios 44 also was made on KMZ plant, now it plant in Shvabe holding and made new lens.
New lens have Zenitar name, still manual, but have a great picture, closer to Canon lens.
In English materials very tiny, but if you interesting you may try search new Helios 44-2, Zenitar 1,4/85 , Zenitar 1,2/50S.
Thanks for the info :-)
I just bought one, made is 1977. 44-2. How can i know where is was made? Which factory?
*Suggestion: maybe you could review some of the M42 Takumar lenses, these are brilliant in my experience.
Do you have any plans to review the Rokinon 21mm f/1.4? It's a very interesting lens and could apply to many of your viewers.
Hi. I love the way you took photos and enhance the color and tones. It would be a pleasure to know how to edit your photos with great color and tones. Perhaps you should make a video about editing photos. Thanks.
What would be a recommended wider lens to pair with this lens?
do more vintage , we need to know how they compared to the new ones. thanks
How do you find the focus? You have to rely on a picture, because ot doesn't make a chirp sound
Seis años después de este excelente video, sería de utilidad saber cómo funciona el Helios en una Nikon Z full frame. Y cuáles son los adaptadores recomendados tanto para colocar el objetivo vintage en la montura de la cámara o en el FTZ.
Just discovered your channel. I appreciate your great reviews and some really nice photography, which isn't always the case with reviewers.
Another great review, keep them coming Chris!
I have this lens and an adapter, but have never dared to mount it on my beloved 6D as I have read that its rear element fouls the mirror. Is this not the case? My lens is shiny black and silver, without the green numerals.
I would love to see a review of the Pentax Takumar 55mm f1.8 M42 lens.. beautiful budget lens on Canon.
Would be nice if you do a review of some modern lenses from KMZ (the maker of Helios lenses) one day. This does come in line with your review policy since they are being produced and sold today. I have bought one recently (Zenitar 1.2/50s for a crop-censor) and although I like it a lot I would appreciate unbiased opinions too. Even in Russia there are quite few reviews of KMZ lenses since they are niche products - completely manual without any connections to a camera, just like the Helios-44-2 in your review. And I have not found any (reviews) on an English part of the internet.
I found this weird, but cool prime lens that was in my parent's attic its called the Tessar iib 158mm ef, it has an aperture of f/6.3 and about 30 aperture blades
yesss vintage lens review, cool
i really like this lens and till now i still using it ,
One thing to think about here is the factory logo. The lens reviewed here has lesser build quality than the ones made in other factories (the oil on the blades is a recurring theme)
Lovely, in-depth review Christopher :)
I am buying one for my SonyA6000 (APS-C)
I have the same question, does the swirly bokeh produce different result when not used on FULL FRAME?
Also, What adapter should I use?
does anyone here have experience mounting these Helios 44 models on EOS specifically full-frame? some of these models dont properly work and will snag the mirror, but im unaware which models exactly.
Nice review..I use it mainly for video work.
You should review the Ziess C/Y 35-70 3.4 vintage lens!
С этой линзой боке потрясающее. У самого такая. Больше нравится чем Canon
Love this lens for some unique looking portraits. I got my copy for around €30 I think. The center is quite sharp, the softness in the corners doesn't really matter to me as I only really use it at f/2 and the corners will be out of focus anyways