Helios-81M MC 53mm f/2 Soviet Lens Nikon F Mount Multi-Coated Manual Focus Prime with Swirly Bokeh Vintage Biotar Optics for Nikon DSLR & Film Cameras

91.90$

This multi-coated (MC) version provides better contrast, color richness, and flare resistance, making it suitable for both digital and film cameras. With a fast f/2 aperture, the lens offers beautiful background separation, ideal for low-light situations and shallow depth of field photography.

  • Focal Length: 53mm
  • Focus Type: Manual focus only
  • Lens Mount: Nikon F (native mount)
  • Maximum Aperture: f/2
  • Minimum Aperture: f/16
  • Minimum Focus Distance: 0.5 meters (50 cm)
  • Optical Design: 6 elements in 4 groups
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Description

The Helios-81M MC 53mm f/2 is a rare and highly regarded vintage Soviet lens, built for Nikon F-mount cameras. Known for its signature swirly bokeh and Biotar-type optical design, this lens delivers a unique, artistic rendering that has made it a favorite among portrait photographers and videographers.

Compatibility:

Directly compatible with Nikon F-mount cameras, including:

  • Full-Frame DSLR (FX): D700, D750, D780, D800, D810, D850
  • APS-C DSLR (DX): D3000, D5000, D7000 series (D3100, D3200, D3500, D5600, etc.)
  • Nikon Film SLRs: F2, FE, FM2, F3, etc.

Requires manual settings on Nikon DSLRs, enabling “Non-CPU lens data” for metering.

Specifications

Focal Length

Focus Type

Lens Mount

Maximum Aperture

Minimum Aperture

Minimum Focus Distance

Optical Design