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product_id: 681360019
title: "Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42"
brand: "helios"
price: "₱21780"
currency: PHP
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 5
category: "Helios"
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region: Philippines
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# Iconic creamy bokeh 58mm classic focal length Manual focus precision Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42

**Brand:** helios
**Price:** ₱21780
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Capture timeless artistry with every click!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Helios Unbekannt Zenit -44-2 44-2 58mm 58 mm 1:2 - M42 M 42 by helios
- **How much does it cost?** ₱21780 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/681360019-helios-unbekannt-zenit-44-2-44-2-58mm-58-mm)

## Best For

- helios enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted helios brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Smooth Manual Focus:** Tactile focus ring with just the right resistance for precise control and creative shooting.
- • **Legendary Bokeh Effect:** Create stunning images with the signature swirly, creamy background blur that sets your shots apart.
- • **All-Metal Vintage Build:** Robust, durable construction with authentic Soviet-era craftsmanship that screams quality.
- • **Timeless 58mm Focal Length:** Perfect for portraits, landscapes, and macro shots—versatility that never goes out of style.
- • **Adaptable to Modern Cameras:** Easily mounts on contemporary DSLRs via M42 adapters—vintage charm meets modern tech.

## Overview

The Helios Unbekannt Zenit 44-2 is a vintage 58mm f/2 manual focus lens renowned for its unique swirly bokeh and solid all-metal construction. Originally crafted in the Soviet era, it offers photographers a versatile focal length ideal for portraits, landscapes, and macro photography. Despite minor cosmetic wear, it delivers exceptional image quality and tactile manual control, making it a coveted piece for enthusiasts seeking classic optical character on modern cameras via M42 adapters.

## Description

In einem guten Zustand, funktionsfähig. Minimale Lackabnutzungsspuren sowie kleinere Kratzer am Gehäuselack.

Review: 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: 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 | #67,202 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #21 in Camcorder Lenses |
| Item model number | 44-2 |
| Manufacturer | unbekannt |
| Package Dimensions | 6 x 6 x 5 cm; 240 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Helios
- **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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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*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!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*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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*Last updated: 2026-01-27*