Zenit 3M 35mm SLR Kit with Helios-44 58mm f/2

Zenit 3M 35mm SLR Kit with Helios-44 58mm f/2 - Good Condition | Classic Soviet Chrome Film Kit with Legendary Swirly Bokeh Prime

The Zenit 3M paired with the Helios-44 58mm f/2 is a beautifully characterful 35mm film kit from the golden era of Soviet camera manufacturing — a combination that has earned a devoted following among film photographers and vintage lens enthusiasts worldwide. The Zenit 3M is one of the earliest and most collectible models in the Zenit lineage — a solid, fully mechanical SLR built around the universal M42 screw mount, finished in an elegant chrome body that makes it as striking to look at as it is satisfying to shoot with. The Helios-44 58mm f/2 is the star of the show — a legendary Soviet standard prime whose unique aperture produces the famous swirly, dreamlike bokeh that has made it one of the most sought-after vintage lenses in the world. Serial numbers: Body SR 65002068 / Lens SR 0283896.

Key Features

• Complete ready-to-shoot 35mm film kit — body and lens included
• M42 screw mount — compatible with a vast range of M42 lenses
• Helios-44 58mm f/2 — legendary Soviet prime with iconic swirly bokeh
• Fast f/2 maximum aperture for excellent low-light performance and beautiful background separation
• 58mm focal length — classic standard perspective for portraits, street, and everyday shooting
• Elegant chrome body finish — a striking and collectible piece of Soviet design
• Fully mechanical shutter — operates without battery for reliable shooting in any condition
• Manual exposure control for full creative freedom
• Aroma 49mm 1A filter included — mounted on lens

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage
• Sensor/Optics: Viewfinder clear and bright; focusing screen in good order; lens elements clean with no fungus, haze, or significant dust
• Mechanics/Electronics: Shutter fires correctly across all speeds; all controls and film transport functioning as expected; aperture blades clean and snappy; M42 mount connection clean and secure

"The Zenit 3M in chrome is one of the most visually striking Soviet cameras ever produced — and pairing it with the Helios-44 gives you one of the most characterful and enjoyable film kits you can own. The swirly bokeh of the Helios is unlike anything modern glass produces, and the chrome Zenit body has a presence that turns heads wherever you take it. A genuinely special and collectible kit."

What's Included

• Zenit 3M camera body (chrome)
• Helios-44 58mm f/2 lens
• Aroma 49mm 1A filter
  
• Body cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Zenit / KMZ
• Model: Zenit 3M with Helios-44 58mm f/2
• Serial Number (Body): SR 65002068
• Serial Number (Lens): SR 0283896
• Mount: M42
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Exposure Modes: Manual
• Metering: No built-in metering
• Shutter Speed: 1/25s – 1/500s + Bulb
• Viewfinder: approx. 0.86x magnification
• Built-in Flash: No — PC sync socket
• Self-timer: Yes
• Lens Focal Length: 58mm
• Lens Maximum Aperture: f/2
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 6 elements in 4 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.55m
• Filter Thread: 49mm
• Dimensions (Body): approx. 138 x 97 x 60mm
• Weight (Body): approx. 620g (without battery)
• Type: 35mm SLR Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition