Helios 44-7 58mm f/2
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
With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, gives you a variety of filter options. 59 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 350 grams so plan ahead, carry only if really necessary.Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 purchase historyStable
Prices have held steady across 14 months of tracked sales — pay around the $93.00 fair value and watch for outliers below it.
Best deals
958 of 1908 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $93.00 fair value.
- Mar 8, 2025$20.00$-73.00 / typical
- Jun 8, 2025$21.00$-72.00 / typical
- Feb 24, 2025$23.00$-70.00 / typical
- Mar 14, 2025$24.00$-69.00 / typical
- Mar 10, 2025$25.00$-68.00 / typical
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Reviews
Excellent value, widely available. A no-brainer! All lenses in the Helios 44M series are known to be spectacular value for the money, giving images a great deal of character due in large part from the highly sought-after swirly bokeh. In the case of the 44M-4, the lens is better known for its more desirable contrast and sharpness, while the 44M-2 is better known for the quality of the "swirl" in the bokeh. Still, though, you can never go wrong with either of these lenses, whether you're shooting on APS-C or FF, though the evidence of swirl will be less prominent on the former. Build quality is second-to-none; if you get the right copy, the focus ring is smooth as silk, the aperture ring clicks nicely at each stop, and the compact size of the lens makes it all the better. You'll see some softness wide open from both members of the series as expected, and considering the issues of quality control during the many years of manufacturing, each lens tends to offer different results. Nonetheless, as iterated previously, the character provided by these lenses is truly astonishing. Simply put: both models are must buys!Read full review
Fantastic piece of equipment Awesome image quality. The way the lens handles light can get you some really sick shots. The microcontrast is fantastic.Can be a bit hard to figure out exposure with the aperture not being electronic at all, you'll have to figure out your lens' native aperture, and the manual focusing can be hard with larger apertures so you'll want to make sure to get an adapter with focus confirmation but once you get used to it it's not too bad and totally worth it. Definitely a great buy for $50.
Top tier soviet design with beautiful image characteristics. Rigid build quality on this all metal lens. Center sharpness at max. aperture is incredible considering the age, corners fall off quickly, but the out of focus qualities of this lens are what make it so special. Beautiful colour rendition. Great for creative use/shooting in a more painterly style.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Helios 44-7 58mm f/2?
Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 is a camera lens with 58mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the M42 mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 350g.
What mount is the Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 compatible with?
Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 uses a M42 mount and supports the Full frame format.
How much does the Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 typically sells for around $20.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 a good lens?
Helios 44-7 58mm f/2 has a community rating of 4.7/5 from 31 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Helios 44-7 58mm f/2?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Ultron 50mm f/1.8 (Icarex 35), Isco-Gottingen Edixa ISCO-MAT 50mm f/1.9, Kern Macro-Switar 50mm f/1.9.