Helios

Explore Helios vintage camera equipment in the Vintage Technology Archive.

Models

Effects Processor

F-760 — Helios F760 FET compressor-limiter — six attack settings, green-faced originals, official reissue. The big 1970s sound, explained.

Lenses

44-2 — Helios-44-2 (1970s–1990s): 58mm f/2 Soviet prime lens known for swirly bokeh and blue flares. Warm, character-rich optics for experimental shooters.