Helios-94 50mm f/1.8
Optical design
Wide open, subjects located outside the depth of field are shown very blurred. Has 9 aperture blades, with this amount of aperture blades you will be satisfied with the result.Physical characteristics
With a lens filter diameter of 49 mm commonly filter size, provides a range of filter options. 53 mm long, this small lens should be always in the camera bag. Weights 250 grams so consider putting to your camera bag.Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 purchase historyTrending up +2.3%/mo
Prices are firming up around 2.3% per month across 24 months of tracked sales — fair value today, not a guaranteed investment.
Best deals
1054 of 2095 tracked sales (50%) closed at or under the $68.00 fair value.
- Jan 15, 2025$6.00$-62.00 / typical
- Jul 20, 2025$6.00$-62.00 / typical
- Jan 22, 2025$10.00$-58.00 / typical
- Feb 18, 2025$12.00$-56.00 / typical
- Jun 13, 2025$13.00$-55.00 / typical
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Hallelujah! Such a deal! Dang, this cheap little thing is sharper than a bunch of fancy pants jobs that cost triple the cost or more. I picked this up used for a can of beans and it's one of the best buys I've ever encountered in the photo world. I'm no expert, that's for sure, and if my photos, right after clamping the thing into the camera, are right on the button, it says a lot. I've got no technique and with this thing I don't need any technique. If you're a beginner, snatch one of these up at a bargain basement price. If you're an experienced shutterbug, you already knew that.
Main lens is great- other stuff sent didn't fit The lens and adapter work well with my Canon EOS M50. The filters, wide angle, and telephoto lenses were not the correct size. A ring adapter was sent which was nice. But, I see artifacts and shadowing from the wide angle and the Telephoto lenses.
Good Value The lens is sharp, and very workable and super light. Probably the best value lens available at the price, however. I have a new Canon T6s and the lens is a little clunky mounting compared to the Canon kit lenses. Make sure you turn it all the way and feel it click. The clunkiness is in the turning, it doesn't turn easily and you can think it's mounted when it's not, at least on my camera.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Helios-94 50mm f/1.8?
Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 is a camera lens with 50mm focal length, a maximum aperture of f/1.8/16, for the Contax I-III (CRM) mount, supporting the 35mm rangefinder format, weighing 250g.
What mount is the Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 compatible with?
Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 uses a Contax I-III (CRM) mount and supports the 35mm rangefinder format.
How much does the Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 cost?
Based on recent eBay sold listings the Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 typically sells for around $6.00. Actual prices vary with condition and seller.
Is the Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 a good lens?
Helios-94 50mm f/1.8 has a community rating of 4.7/5 from 84 review(s).
Which lenses are similar to the Helios-94 50mm f/1.8?
Similar lenses include Carl Zeiss-Ikon Sonnar 57mm f/2.0, Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/1.5, Carl Zeiss Jena Sonnar 50mm f/2.