A legendary Soviet manual lens famous for its unique “swirly bokeh” and vintage cinematic rendering.
This is the rare early silver version of the Helios-44 with 13 aperture blades, producing exceptionally smooth background blur and beautiful round highlights — perfect for portrait and artistic photography.
Made in USSR (KMZ / early production series)
Condition:
✔ Optics clear (no fungus, no haze)
✔ Aperture works smoothly through all stops
✔ Focus ring turns evenly and precisely
✔ Body shows minor signs of age — fully functional and clean
Compatibility:
Can be adapted to Sony E, Canon EF, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Micro 4/3, and other modern mirrorless cameras with an inexpensive M42 adapter (adapter not included).
🌟 Why photographers love Helios-44:
Unique swirling bokeh effect
Classic vintage color tone and gentle contrast
Sharp center with soft, dreamy edges
Perfect for creative portraits, street, and video work
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