16 Aperture Blades Helios 44-2 | 2/58 | Cine Mod Lens

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This particular Helios 44-2 is distinguished by its 16-blade aperture mechanism, doubling the standard 8 blades. This design results in exceptionally smooth, near-circular bokeh highlights across the entire aperture range.

A Soviet-era interpretation of the legendary Carl Zeiss Biotar 58mm f/2, the Helios 44-2 is prized for its unique optical signature and vintage rendering. It delivers vibrant color reproduction and strong contrast, adding a distinct character and expressiveness to the image.

This unit has been professionally modified for modern cinematography. The key adaptation is the installation of a standard 0.8 mod gear on the focus ring, making it fully compatible with follow focus systems. This transformation provides the precise, smooth focus control required for professional video work while fully preserving the lens’s iconic optical character—allowing you to integrate its legendary vintage look seamlessly into contemporary filmmaking.

Condition:

– lens is fully ready to use
– the aperture markings function correctly – the numerical values correspond to the positions of the aperture blades
– aperture is de-clicked
– mechanical part cleaned and oiled ( minimal play in the mechanisms is possible | does not affect operation )
– cleaned aperture and optics ( minimal signs of use on the glass are acceptable | do not affect image quality )
– focusing in full range, including infinity
– has 2 metal gears
– front and back caps included
– front screw filter size 77mm and outside diameter ~80mm (can be changed upon request)
– packaged very securely to avoid damage in transit.

Tehnical specs:

– sensor Size: 24×36 mm Full Frame
– focal length: 58mm
– aperture: 1:2
– minimum focusing distance: 0.5 m
– diaphragm scale: from 2 to 16
– aperture blades: 16
– weight: 340 gram