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product_id: 681360019
title: "Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42"
brand: "artist unknown"
price: "FREE"
currency: SGD
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reviews_count: 5
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# 58mm fixed focal length all-metal vintage build unique swirl bokeh effect Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42

**Brand:** artist unknown
**Price:** FREE
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Capture timeless artistry with the legendary Helios swirl!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42 by artist unknown
- **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/681360019-helios-unbekannt-zenit-44-2-44-2-58mm-58-mm)

## Best For

- artist unknown enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted artist unknown brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Swirl Bokeh Magic:** Create mesmerizing background swirls that set your shots apart.
- • **Manual Focus Mastery:** Engage creatively with precise manual focus control for expert shooters.
- • **Iconic 58mm Prime Lens:** Perfectly fixed focal length for stunning portraits and landscapes.
- • **Versatile Shooting Styles:** Ideal for portraits, landscapes, and even macro photography.
- • **Robust Vintage Craftsmanship:** Solid all-metal construction built to last decades.

## Overview

The Helios Unbekannt Zenit-44-2 is a classic 58mm f/2 prime lens renowned for its distinctive swirl bokeh and sharp image quality. Featuring a durable all-metal body and manual focus, this vintage Russian lens excels in portrait, landscape, and macro photography. Though discontinued since the early 90s, it remains a coveted tool for photographers seeking unique optical character and creative control.

## Description

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Review: Exactly what I wanted! - It’s a nice vintage lens and a good price for this famous lens. I did end up getting a 1978 MMZ version with “Helios” in Russian text… which for anybody wondering it’s the same lens-the English writing was made for export vs the Russian writing was made to be domestic use. (That’s the only difference and in my opinion I prefer the Russian text anyways) looks to be decently serviced no oil or gunk on the blades. Has the famous bokeh I want. Of course some wear from it being a vintage used lens and sometimes a little tough to move/handle butttt in my opinion that gives it character and is to be expected in a vintage lens. Ultimately I’m very satisfied with the price, build, and quality. Plopped on an adapter and got to shooting!
Review: Meraviglioso - Arrivato con qualche giorno di ritardo ma non per causae diependenti dal venditore in quanto il pacco è stato fermo alla dogana in Italia.... Pacchetto buono, protezione interna dell'obiettivo ottima e condizioni dell'obiettivo stesso assolutamente eccellenti, quasi pari al nuovo. Qualità costruttiva incredibile degna della vecchia e gloriosa CCCP: tutto metallo e lenti come si deve. Scopo primario dell'obiettivo essere imortale. Montato su Canon 6d con adattatore M42 to Canon Eos funziona perfettamente in modalità assolutamente e unicamente manuale, ma rende immagini strepitose con un effetto bokeh fantastico. Assolutamente consigliato per utenti esperti di fotografia in quanto la messa a fuoco, soprattutto a f2, risulta abbstanza complessa e difficoltosa. Ottima la ghiera della MAF morbida ma non troppo, con una certa resistenza ma non troppo dura. L'incredibile quantità di lamelle del diaframma si fa vedere in maniera meravigliosa sullo sfocato. Fantastico è valso ogni giorno di attesa.

## Features

- Helios 44-2
- Fixed at 58 mm
- for portraits, landscapes and in some cases for macro shooting

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00KYDYMWA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #104,116 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #53 in Camcorder Lenses |
| Brand | Artist Unknown |
| Camera Lens | Suitable for 58mm lens, f2-f6 aperture, manual focus, portraiture, landscape, macro photography, the Helios 44-2 lens is a classic lens produced as kit prime on the Zenito Series Russian SLR. While its production was discontinued in the early 90s, the lenses are recognized by modern photographers. Russian lenses may look like brick, but they are better than modern plastic models. Since the lens ha… |
| Camera lens description | Suitable for 58mm lens, f2-f6 aperture, manual focus, portraiture, landscape, macro photography, the Helios 44-2 lens is a classic lens produced as kit prime on the Zenito Series Russian SLR. While its production was discontinued in the early 90s, the lenses are recognized by modern photographers. Russian lenses may look like brick, but they are better than modern plastic models. Since the lens has manual focus, you need to get used to it. You must be creative with this lens, and you need to quickly for manual focus. Fixed at 58mm with original bokeh and sharp imaging, it is perfect for portraits, landscapes, and sometimes macro photography. The Helio 44-2 offers beautiful, soft swirl bokeh and unique photos in the background Camera lens description Suitable for 58mm lens, f2-f6 aperture, manual focus, portraiture, landscape, macro photography, the Helios 44-2 lens is a classic lens produced as kit prime on the Zenito Series Russian SLR. While its production was discontinued in the early 90s, the lenses are recognized by modern photographers. Russian lenses may look like brick, but they are better than modern plastic models. Since the lens has manual focus, you need to get used to it. You must be creative with this lens, and you need to quickly for manual focus. Fixed at 58mm with original bokeh and sharp imaging, it is perfect for portraits, landscapes, and sometimes macro photography. The Helio 44-2 offers beautiful, soft swirl bokeh and unique photos in the background See more |
| Compatible Camera Models | Pentax K mount cameras |
| Compatible Camera Mount | m42 |
| Compatible mountings | m42 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 37 Reviews |
| Exposure Control Type | Manual |
| Focal Length Description | 58 millimeters |
| Focal length description | 58 millimeters |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Image stabilization | No image stabilization |
| Item Weight | 240 Grams |
| Lens | Wide Angle |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 58 Millimeters |
| Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens type | Wide Angle |
| Manufacturer | unbekannt |
| Manufacturer Part Number | B00KYDYMWA |
| Maximum Aperture | 2 Millimeters |
| Maximum Focal Length | 58 Millimeters |
| Maximum focal length | 58 Millimeters |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Minimum Aperture | 22 Millimeters |
| Minimum Focal Length | 58 Meters |
| Model Name | Helios-44-2 |
| Model Number | 44-2 |
| Model Series | Helios-44-2 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Real Angle Of View | 39.6 Degrees |
| Shooting Modes | Manual |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical Viewfinder |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 1:1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Artist Unknown
- **Compatible mountings:** m42
- **Focal length description:** 58 millimeters
- **Lens type:** Wide Angle

## Images

![Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/712mXMLDuTL.jpg)
![Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71C-OtEgJSL.jpg)
![Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rxwVHcyoL.jpg)
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![Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81VLwO25FUL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what I wanted!
*by S***D on 14 August 2025*

It’s a nice vintage lens and a good price for this famous lens. I did end up getting a 1978 MMZ version with “Helios” in Russian text… which for anybody wondering it’s the same lens-the English writing was made for export vs the Russian writing was made to be domestic use. (That’s the only difference and in my opinion I prefer the Russian text anyways) looks to be decently serviced no oil or gunk on the blades. Has the famous bokeh I want. Of course some wear from it being a vintage used lens and sometimes a little tough to move/handle butttt in my opinion that gives it character and is to be expected in a vintage lens. Ultimately I’m very satisfied with the price, build, and quality. Plopped on an adapter and got to shooting!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Meraviglioso
*by R***U on 14 March 2018*

Arrivato con qualche giorno di ritardo ma non per causae diependenti dal venditore in quanto il pacco è stato fermo alla dogana in Italia.... Pacchetto buono, protezione interna dell'obiettivo ottima e condizioni dell'obiettivo stesso assolutamente eccellenti, quasi pari al nuovo. Qualità costruttiva incredibile degna della vecchia e gloriosa CCCP: tutto metallo e lenti come si deve. Scopo primario dell'obiettivo essere imortale. Montato su Canon 6d con adattatore M42 to Canon Eos funziona perfettamente in modalità assolutamente e unicamente manuale, ma rende immagini strepitose con un effetto bokeh fantastico. Assolutamente consigliato per utenti esperti di fotografia in quanto la messa a fuoco, soprattutto a f2, risulta abbstanza complessa e difficoltosa. Ottima la ghiera della MAF morbida ma non troppo, con una certa resistenza ma non troppo dura. L'incredibile quantità di lamelle del diaframma si fa vedere in maniera meravigliosa sullo sfocato. Fantastico è valso ogni giorno di attesa.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of my best investments I've made when starting out
*by T***R on 3 December 2020*

Bought this in 2019 for around 50 bucks from the Ukraine. As there's so many raving reviews and footage out there already, I'll just confirm that and say that it's one of the easiest and rewarding purchases you will ever make if you are starting out in photography and filming. The unique look you get from these old lenses will not only help you get very pretty pictures, it will inspire you to experiment and become more creative as well in your work. Bear in mind that a lot of these lenses' filter threads have been dented over time as was the case with mine. So I'm not able to put an ND on it, which reduces usability for video work. I have shot short films and talking head interviews with it though, so there's cases where you can use it professionally. You need to be very good at pulling focus though to make it work. Photography def even more useful!

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