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    M39M42
    Prime
    Full frame

    Helios-44 58mm f/2

    3.7
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 3.8
    Mechanical: 3.9
    Value: 14.0
    Focal Length
    58mm
    Aperture
    f/2-16
    Mount
    M39, M42
    Weight
    270g
    Helios-44 58mm f/2 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value Has 8 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.

    Physical characteristics

    42 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities. Weights 270 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.

    Helios-44 58mm f/2 purchase historyStable

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)Linear trend

    Prices have held steady across 77 months of tracked sales — pay around the $250.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.

    Fair value (90-day)
    $250.00
    Don't exceed (P75)
    $250.00
    All-time low
    $1.00
    Latest sale
    $269.00

    Best deals

    2126 of 4167 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $250.00 fair value.

    • Jul 19, 2024$1.00$-249.00 / typical
    • Apr 20, 2025$1.00$-249.00 / typical
    • Oct 6, 2024$4.00$-246.00 / typical
    • Aug 25, 2024$8.00$-242.00 / typical
    • Mar 29, 2025$9.00$-241.00 / typical

    eBay Auctions

    No active auctions found.

    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length58mm
    Aperturef/2-16
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight270g
    Length42mm
    Filter Thread49mm
    MountM39, M42
    FormatFull frame

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Helios-44 58mm f/2?

    Helios-44 58mm f/2 is a camera lens with 58mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the M39, M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 270g.

    What mount is the Helios-44 58mm f/2 compatible with?

    Helios-44 58mm f/2 uses a M39, M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Helios-44 58mm f/2 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Helios-44 58mm f/2 typically sells for around $1.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Helios-44 58mm f/2 a good lens?

    Helios-44 58mm f/2 has a community rating of 3.7/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Helios-44 58mm f/2?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Helios-44, Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9.

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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    3.7
    Optical3.8/5
    Mechanical3.9/5
    Value14.0/5
    Bokeh15.0/5
    Usability3.1/5
    Based on 14 reviewers

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