Zenit E 35mm SLR Film Camera with Helios 44-2 58mm f/2 Lens – Film Tested & Working
A superb example of the classic Soviet-made Zenit E 35mm SLR film camera, complete with the highly regarded Helios 44-2 58mm f/2 lens and original leather carrying case.
Introduced in 1965, the Zenit E is a fully mechanical SLR camera featuring manual exposure controls, a built-in selenium light meter and a robust metal construction.
The accompanying Helios 44-2 lens is particularly popular among photographers for its distinctive vintage rendering, attractive background blur and characteristic swirling bokeh.
Condition:
Film tested and fully working, with the camera in excellent vintage cosmetic condition.
The built-in selenium light meter has been tested and is working.
The viewfinder is in good condition, although there is a visible line running down the centre. This has been noted for accuracy and should be taken into consideration when purchasing.
The Helios 44-2 58mm f/2 lens is clean and fully working, with the focusing and aperture mechanisms operating correctly.
The camera comes complete with its original leather carrying case.
Features & Specifications:
- Introduced in 1965
- Traditional 35mm SLR film camera
- Helios 44-2 58mm f/2 lens
- M42 screw lens mount
- Manual focusing and exposure
- Mechanical focal-plane shutter
- Shutter speeds: 1/30–1/500 second plus Bulb
- Built-in selenium light meter – working
- Optical SLR viewfinder
- Manual film advance and rewind
- Fully mechanical operation
- No batteries required
What's Included:
- Zenit E 35mm SLR camera
- Helios 44-2 58mm f/2 lens
- Original leather carrying case
Uses standard 35mm photographic film, which remains widely available.
No film included.
An excellent vintage Soviet SLR camera with a desirable Helios lens, film tested and working, ideal for collectors and analogue photography enthusiasts.
