The Helios 44, in its various versions, has a well-earned reputation as a quality lens that can produce stunning results, with either digital or film formats. 

This Helios 44-2 f2 58mm is in excellent condition, with very clean glass and casing, with smooth focus action and crisp aperture action. There are no signs of any dust, haze or fungus, with some micro-abrasions consistent with age - these have zero effect on the images produced (see examples in the listing). The aperture blades (back and front) have been cleaned and are free of oil.

Finding such an example of this lens is becoming rarer as they are quickly snapped up and cherished, being used directly on a screw mounting (M42) or with a suitable adapter for a digital camera (for example, for the photos in this listing, this lens was used with an adapter on a Canon M50 and a Canon 550D).

Please examine the photos in the listing to appreciate the cosmetic condition and presentation of this lens.

It can be collected from Surrey Hills, VIC 3127, or it can be posted (with tracking and insurance) for fast and reliable delivery within Australia.