Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5
Optical design
Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 10 aperture blades, this lens has a beautiful bokeh.Physical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 67 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. Weights 880 grams so it is a heavy lens, consider using its own lens bag. 95 mm long, requires consideration if you want to carry in the camera bag.Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 63 months of tracked sales — pay around the $469.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
242 of 477 tracked sales (51%) closed at or under the $469.00 fair value.
- May 5, 2025$139.00$-330.00 / typical
- May 5, 2025$141.00$-328.00 / typical
- May 5, 2025$145.00$-324.00 / typical
- Jun 21, 2022$172.00$-297.00 / typical
- Aug 19, 2024$174.00$-295.00 / typical
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Technical Specifications
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Reviews
Quality build, sharp center, what more could you ask for? This is built like a tank as it has been over the years. The center is as sharp as I could ask for. The mount has no interface to the camera (all manual everything).
Good lens Very good and cheap! Beauty colour for pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5?
Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 is a camera lens with 85mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.5/22, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 880g.
What mount is the Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 compatible with?
Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 typically sells for around $139.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 a good lens?
Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5 has a community rating of 3.3/5 from 3 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Helios-40-2 85mm f/1.5?
Similar lenses include Aicoset-P 85mm f/1.8, Carl Zeiss Jena Pancolar 75mm f/1.4, Fujinon T 100mm f/2.8 (I).