This CHEAP vintage lens makes ANY video look 100x BETTER

The Helios 44m. is no joke my new favorite lens I have for my camera and its so inexpensive.
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[@vuhlandes]

it took me 2 weeks to make this video,, I even filmed a silly light show in my bathroom at 2am for the intro. please watch the video haha

[@trippwilsonphoto]

always bro. footage looks fantastic. edit: nice sneak peak at the end there 😉

[@Lalaland.001]

There are little hex screws in the K&F m 42 adapter, that way you can adjust it to get the "right" anamorphic look. There should be four of those little hex screws and when you bought the adapter it came with a small hex wrench. To be honest if you love that lens, you should get the K&F adapter with the matte inside finish. It makes the saturation and colors pop a bit more, more cinematic if you will, the one you are looking for is completely round and costs about the same as the one you have. I used to have both, but trust me there is a real difference. This is the one I use. K&F Concept Lens Mount Adapter M42-NEX IV Hope that helps. Thank you for sharing your experience with this lens. Have a magnificent day.

[@OffDaAveTV]

silly but fire !!

[@sethviews]

@@Lalaland.001 did you get the manual focus compatible one or just the regular one?

[@Lalaland.001]

@@sethviews I don't think I understand your question, the 44M is always a manual focus lens. or did you mean the anamorphic version. I only have the normal version, but to get it modded to anamorphic is really easy, Well kinda, it needs some basic supplies for lens cleaning and some time and effort but definetely doable, here is a video going through the process. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmWZeX6dbahlhas Hope that helps.

[@liquidgoldpictures]

damn, apart from the whole cinematography, your color grading is just absolutely INSANE!!! You´re truly inspiring and I love that your films just look so different and authentic from all the other youtubers out there... they just have a special feel and look to it... your own look, I just love it :) thanks for all the hard work XX

[@ZvilgantisKailis]

So many youtubers reviewed and praised this lens. And almost none of them used this lens for short films, vlogs, travel films or in other projects. The main problem is that because of the unique look this lens does not match in editing with regular lens. For other focal views you have to use other old soviet like Mir-1B or Jupiter-37A

[@Terribleguitarist89]

Love that vibe, I see so many clips on youtube that seem washed out/flat and super crispy THIS is the look I've been wanting to emulate for years.

[@ArkajyotiChoudhury]

4:22, use the allen key that comes with the m42-Mirrorless adapter and align the lens correctly. The anamor-fake bokeh balls are vertical, they should be horizontal. Plus, when using the fishing line, try and replace that with a thin string pulled out of any leated 3D Printer filament, which makes the thin center line almost invisible yet retaining the anamorphic flare hack. Good luck

[@ArkajyotiChoudhury]

If this works for you, I hope that you pin the comment. Thanks in advance.

[@rodrigoarmeli7173]

👍

[@vincentvincent5979]

I love my Helios. Meyer Optik Goerlitz is another eastern bloc brand with what I'd definitely call sleeper lenses as the character of both the 30mm Lydith and 50mm Domiplan is something very close to the Cooke Speed Panchro (although not as sharp, but also unpredictable because of inconsistent QC). Incredibly cheap to where they often make the Helios look premium in comparison.

[@URBONED]

I appreciate what you say about people preaching perfection and that imperfection is what adds character. I couldn't agree more. I find so many films being made today look too good. It's always sharply in focus, there's no bumps or jitters in any camera movement - when something is so 'perfect' I find it less interesting, it feels vanilla. I love watching older films where the camera wobbles a little, the focus isn't always on - but there's so much character to it; it reminds you there's a person behind the camera. And when it comes down to it, its always about the storytelling and how the director uses the camera to tell the story, not about how technically perfect it is.

[@maze4317]

Hey, I just want to say THANK YOU for the part of the video about perfection, it was really inspiring to hear! You're right, we do not need to be perfect every time, and with that we can also make something unique!

[@DSLRguide]

there’s no excuse to not have this lens

[@Maxsteel_4014]

There is..... *_"Im broke"_*

[@JoshuaNyema]

No way haha

[@idovidal]

What if I use apsc cameras 🤔

[@POPE_FRANC1S]

My wallet

[@givensmedia]

Bro your content is amazing!!! I've been watching your channel for a few months now and I love that you're AUTHENTICALLY yourself! Keep being amazing, we appreciate your dedication. 🙌🏽✨📸

[@CorpsesofCupids]

God I love the Helios 44m lenses, I use them a lot for weddings. The swirly bokeh is cool but I just love the color, contrast and aberrations that I can get straight out of camera with this lens!

[@richbecuttin]

Hey bro any help on how to mount a filter to it? It doesn’t have a screw mount on the lense and I am struggling to figure out how to get any sort of filter on the 44-m. Any help would be greatly appreciated

[@samue1991]

These recent videos are so dope and entertaining!! I'm secretly hoping for some more photo content this summer but I'll take what I can get. Thanks for the content!!

[@niiklaswag]

I looove my Helios 44M since I got it a couple of years ago. got it adapted to my digital and all my analog cams and since it's so small and light, it's always coming along

[@kaipixlab]

Just got my m42 adapter today, and I am going to pic up a 135mm f2.8 lens later. I know that this is quite telephoto but I like the compression that these lenses give and being different is good like you said.

[@dawnd9222]

I too have a 44M Cine mod and I love love love it! Its hard for me to switch lenses too. It is on my camera all the time. Love your videos!! You are a super talent.

[@rafsnchz]

I really love how these old lenses that are made in USSR are now getting so popular. People used to say crap about literally everything that’s made in USSR. I’m from Latvia(it’s post-soviet eastern european country) and these lenses are very common here and cost almost nothing. My girlfriend’s grandma has Zenit E with Helios 44 brand new just in open box. I myself have a Pentacon 50mm f1.8 lens which has the same screw mount and I love this lens.

[@DarkTrapStudio]

Russians have good taste, same for analog audio hardware, having a matriarchal society change mentality and taste also.

[@saurabhkaushik3552]

How could I get one in good condition? Helios 44!

@@DarkTrapStudio Helios-44 is a Soviet copy of the German Carl Zeiss Biotar 58mm ƒ/2. But yeah, good taste in what to copy haha.

[@DarkTrapStudio]

@thanks for the info :)

[@zahrans]

@ If it was a case of the Soviets simply copying an existing German lens, the Helios would not be remembered today. What happened was the Soviets took the existing German tech as reparations (look it up if you don't know why), modified it and made it their own.

[@Rio9striker]

Incredible watching this made me want to create some short videos with this lens, really appreciate you making this.

[@imDonDiestro]

This is a dope lens and I’ve been wanting to get it, but for a m4/3 sensor it’s a bit too tight. It’s equivalent to a 110mm focal length lens. Which is very situational in my opinion. (Yes I’m aware that all lens are situational.) but it applies to this even more so. Love how it looks on full frame though!

[@LINKPRODUCTIONS]

This is dope, Thanks for the advise. I love the look.

[@tonyrichengod9280]

You know what’s crazy? When the first images on your video rolled through, I thought, “Hmm, that look gives me “The Batman” vibes…” Then you mentioned it used in that movie! Whaaa?! Talk about an iconic look. I LOVE the look of these lenses and will most definitely buy it. Like you, I’m not much for the clinical lenses, I like unique looks, mostly anamorphic. Great video, brotha. Keep pushing, you’re an inspiration

[@purxart]

Great video vuhlandes🔥 Love this lens, will definitely be picking it up and trying it out for myself!

[@fredabery3816]

Great looking footage, man. I have one- not anamorfaked, but I still love it to death- the flaring, the warm color cast, the centre sharpness. It doesn't swirl as much as the 44-2, but that makes it a bit more versatile. Anyways.. I totally love it. My favorite lens ever- and I got it in Saigon for $50!

[@LouTheChannel]

Love your videos but this one got me good. Amazing footage. Been wanting to grab one of these and I'm sold. Which lens and adapter did you specifically get?

[@ASTREETSMARTVISION]

MAN BRO KEEP VIBING LIKE THIS U DEFINITELY FOUND YOUR TRIBE KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK MY BOIIIIIIIIIIII 💯

[@MrShanePhoto]

Great video. Incredible footage as usual. Love your stuff. I'm not a big fan of the thread down the middle of the bokeh balls in these mods. I love the oval shape and the Helios flares pretty well itself without the thread. I bought a mod front filter for my 442 as a test and the thread really put me off it. I might mod a 442 in the future but keep the original flaring. More a hybrid look. Oval balls but no horizontal flare lines

[@ognicole7274]

thanks to you i just bought my helios 44-2 today!! vuhlandes you’re really a living inspiration❤️

[@LukePerri]

Love this vid man keep it up

[@itacatv2146]

M42 adapters usually have screws on the side so you can turn/align them. At least my URTH adapter has them. It also blocks the little pin on the Helios. I heard some adapters don’t.

[@SaveRoom]

It's just amazing how an old Soviet lens from an old film camera gets a second life in the hands of a video maker 😊

[@SQUAWWW]

I do love your set up!

[@miloparker3638]

You are incredibly talented. Pure.

[@PaulaHeartland]

Love what you're doing with this lens. My old nikor lenses fall off some and I too like this.

[@stemandthorn]

I need a tutorial on your color grade! It's so clean!

[@faded_memory]

Funny that you’d put this video out now, I picked up this lens with the anamorphic mod a few months ago and absolutely love it. I’ve shot 3 music videos with it and plan to use it extensively on the feature film I’m making this summer. Big fan of your work, would love to link up sometime (I’m also in Detroit)

[@loganbfilms3]

Hey! Would you mind dropping the link, as to where you found this lens? Would love to purchase as well!

[@mattduncan5500]

brother , link us up. people would love to see the results :)

[@faded_memory]

@@mattduncan5500 I just got it on eBay

[@nma367]

Greeting from Australia bro I loooooove the look of your videos. Are you using the FX3 in the studio? And everything looks so rich and gorgeous. Do you have a video showing your setup and techniques?

[@nebukadnezzar3578]

Beautiful video, as always! Lens is stunning, especially with those anamorphic masks. Just the fishing line's projections into the bokeh drives me nuts. But what am I complaining, they are visible in John Wick 2 as well... 😉

[@Jozcapp]

Loved this video, that opening was incredible felt like I was there

[@MultiSciGeek]

These shots are amazing!

[@nebukadnezzar3578]

If you want something wider you might wanna check out the MIR 1V 37MM F/2.8 ;-) Another funky soviet lens which is also used in professional cine rehousings.

[@mattduncan5500]

same brand ? does it come with the ano fixture?

[@bhussimusic]

BROTHA,can u share ur camera settings or best setting for other cameras to capture good quality video and good vibes shots

[@Jakechams]

Bro this lens goes crazy. So good. Congrats on the video its a banger.

[@Daniel_Verhey]

Such a gorgeous lens. I’m hoping I can get my hands on this lens one day!

[@MprivetM]

Hi, Vuhlandes. This Lens does come in a wider focal length ;) Mir 1 37mm F2.8. Check how to reverse the front element on it, and what it will give you.

[@vuhlandes]

Fire! Gotta check that out next!

[@mattduncan5500]

same brand ? does it come with the ano fixture?

[@obiquestbenji5005]

well composed shots nice color grading period !

[@fourteenwinds]

Dudeee! This first shots look ridiculously awesome!

[@joakimskurk]

I have two of these. Love them so much!

[@collinausbury]

The Helios is dope. Nice shots - Would definitely get that cine-mod without the flare string though. That coffeebean bokeh ehh.

[@LucasJohnsonVisuals]

Did you have any sort of mist filter or anything on the lens? Really wanting to get something like this for my Sony setup. Loving the feel! Thanks for another dope video, my friend.

[@portralight]

here for the inspiration, always inspiring

[@jodied1997]

Incredible video 🙌🏾

[@jobairh]

If you want a good 35mm lens to pair with the helios, you should check out the Mir 24m 35mm f2

[@isaacbenitez3160]

It doesn't have to be perfect to everybody. Just perfect to you. Love this video. As always, 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@darealphantom]

Bro the footage is so crispy & sharp 🔥🔥🔥

[@amal8657]

Love this as usual

[@DrectWilliams]

Church bro. I’ve been subscribed for a few weeks. Appreciate the perspective.

[@BrendanEvan]

4:34 YES. Agreed. Anyone know of a similar feeling lens that’s somewhere between 23mm-35mm?!

[@aljahstudios]

Life time supporter! Thank you for your art brotha 💐

[@premshashi]

What color of the flare do people go for when buying with the anamorfake mod?

[@pain6154]

Director Wuhlandes

[@cinquecinque]

Love your job man…….can u tell me the model of the laser light u used at the very beginning of the video????…..thank u😊😊😊😊😊

[@doperealityvisions9502]

Where can I get this lens for a Sony a6500? Please any help or link would be greatly appreciated!

[@perfektionstudios]

bro, love the shots. Since you're into vintage lenses, have you thought about trying the canon fd lenses. I'm in the process of finding and picking up a few of them and would love to hear your thoughts on them.

[@StoneAndersonStudio]

Just ordered mine, can’t wait to play with it!

[@thrufilms7607]

Where did you get it from? Also how much was it??

[@CoachDale_TopNotchMuayThai]

You’ve inspired me bro. I’m gonna look into a new camera and this lens 🙏🏼

[@anikealiu-xw5fu]

this is stunning! what adapter and body did you use?

[@user-oc6mr1jr6s]

I really want to try a vintage lens. Maybe give this a try. I have a Sony a7 iii. How do I know which Mount etc to buy? Tot Newbie on vintage lenses. Thanks

[@xtiandank]

I have the Helios 44-2 that came with my Zenit-E. I’ve been wanting to get a cine mod of the 44-2 for so long.

[@FilmMakerJose]

I have the 58mm anamorphic mod, brilliant purchase

[@amal8657]

The beginning looks like a commercial

[@vuhlandes]

🤎🤎

[@oceano87]

Help!! Can this be attached to the Panasonic Lumix FZ300? I just purchased this camera but its major drawback is you cant remove the original lens. Is there an adapter or anything you can buy with it?

[@triley5044]

Is it the 44m2 or 44m6 witch one you prefer for short films.plain on purchasing one with my a6300

[@sugardaveyyepez134]

I’ve heard of this Lens so Much and now that every KZbin channel is picking up on it, I gotta buy it.

[@kenslenstattoo7590]

Just subscribed. Great videos bro

[@AGAPIl]

that bathroom shot was worth it! this is really valuable! love it

[@stop-motion-verse]

Great video and frames, you get a sub from me. One of my best shots ever taken came from the 44-2 and just picked up the 44m, thank you.

[@fargusco]

I have the Helios 44-3 Multicoated, bokeh is out of this world

[@GiorgioBertuccelli]

Looks amazing

[@SuddenlyZeema]

I wanna definitely get this for my black magic 6k !!! Do they have it for a ef mount

[@Itay_Gever]

I can’t find it anywhere but i can find 44-2 mm is it the same/ as good and is it suitable for a Nikon d7100?

[@Sayject]

Does anyone have a link to the exact lens? I’m having a hard time finding it.

[@sh7nnon]

That shot of Amal at the bus stop is beautiful

[@josiahogungbure3195]

what camera do you shoot with please and this video is giving mad beautiful vibes

[@RECROSSFILMPROD]

thanks for this!

[@emilthilsing]

we need a colorgrading tutorial!!

[@redbeardproductions-kevind9806]

You can get the mir-1b 37mm 2.8. It's the "wider helios".

[@ArtistsRoom]

Awesome 🔥🔥 thank you

[@YCImaging]

Those subway shots are mad fire!

[@Mr_McBlicken]

You should make a video about how to shoot a short film/video with an old camera

[@ScottThePisces]

Great as always! alsoo whats your current lens for the inside segments of your videos bro? :)

[@shotbyT1]

So does the actual 44m lens have the cinemod on it or do you have to buy it separate?

[@sanasoureshjani6715]

Can someone tell me exactly where I can find this model and how much?

[@EricMoore790]

Great lens!

[@thomasgibbs995]

Little help! Im trying to buy this lens but its coming up with too many variations. Anyone know what the lens is specifically called and what f value it is? Results keep pulling a 44 - 58mm or 44 - 85mm ... anyone know what lens this is in the vid - all is says is 44m :/ thanks

[@gringomedia]

I absolutely love this lens! 1000% my favorite - although I only have two lenses 🤣

[@Robsnapped]

Video color grading getting honed in I see 🔥🔥🔥

[@richbecuttin]

Vuhlandes please help a noob out! I copped the 44m and it doesn’t have a thread to screw a filter on it, how do I attach ND filters and things to this amazing kit bro? 😣

[@the7thnation]

i neeeeeeddddd thisssssssssss

[@BrendanMiranda]

Love this lens. One of my first KZbin reviews 😅🔥

[@techcassette]

I've watched your videos bro. Loved your style and review. I bought my Helios 44M after seeing your video 2 yrs back. 👍Thank you

[@BrendanMiranda]

@@techcassette glad you are a fan and that we can all enjoy such a cool piece of gear! Miss the review life a bit, might have to get back on it. 🤙🏻

[@techcassette]

@@BrendanMiranda I used to watch all the helios videos again for fun. Why can't you do another video about Helios again for the love of the lens. A fan request please. I would love to see yours. I just posted mine few days back.

[@realrawauthenticTV]

Just a question can I use this for my G7 lumix?

[@matt.thecameraguy]

Vuhlandes makes amazing videos protect him at ALLLLL the costs