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    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2

    4.3
    (1 reviews)
    Optical: 4.4
    Mechanical: 4.5
    Value: 51.0
    Focal Length
    52mm
    Aperture
    f/2-16
    Mount
    M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    Weight
    240g
    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 is a manual focus prime lens for full frame cameras.

    Optical design

    Has 6 aperture blades, this number of blades are commonly used. Having rounded blades provides out of focus circle shape closer to a circle. Bright lens thanks to the high aperture value

    Physical characteristics

    Weights 240 grams so consider putting to your camera bag. 48 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. With a lens filter diameter of 52 mm commonly filter size, presents numerous filter possibilities.

    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 purchase history

    eBay Price HistoryeBay Auction (high-low)

    Auctions (7)

    • Sep 28, 2021High: $69.00 / Low: $69.00
    • Sep 21, 2021High: $69.00 / Low: $69.00
    • Sep 14, 2021High: $69.00 / Low: $69.00
    • Sep 7, 2021High: $77.00 / Low: $77.00
    • Aug 31, 2021High: $77.00 / Low: $77.00
    • Aug 24, 2021High: $77.00 / Low: $77.00
    • Aug 17, 2021High: $77.00 / Low: $77.00

    What is the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2?

    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 is a camera lens with 52mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 240g.

    Prices and availability are sourced from eBay sold listings and live auctions at request time.

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    Technical Specifications

    Optical
    Focal Length52mm
    Aperturef/2-16
    Min Focus Distance0.5m
    FocusingManual Focus
    Physical
    Weight240g
    Length48mm
    Filter Thread52mm
    MountM42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX
    FormatFull frame

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    Reviews

    Harper Williams4.3/5

    Reviewer did not give any comments for Helios-81Н 50mm f/2

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2?

    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 is a camera lens with 52mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/2/16, for the M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount, supporting the Full frame format, weighing 240g.

    What mount is the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 compatible with?

    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 uses a M42, Nikon DX, Nikon FX mount and supports the Full frame format.

    How much does the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 cost?

    Based on recent eBay sold listings the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 typically sells for around $69.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.

    Is the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 a good lens?

    Helios-81Н 50mm f/2 has a community rating of 4.3/5 from 1 review(s).

    Which lenses are similar to the Helios-81Н 50mm f/2?

    Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar T 50mm f/3.5, Chinon 55mm f/1.7 MCM Auto, Cosinon 55mm f/1.4.

    Current Pricing

    Latest Price
    €69.00
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    Review Summary

    Overall Rating
    4.3
    Optical4.4/5
    Mechanical4.5/5
    Value51.0/5
    Bokeh54.0/5
    Usability4.1/5
    Based on 51 reviewers