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Hey guys! here is a quick vid I shot on the Helios 44-2.
sorry about the lack of content this week:( heading to costa rica!! so super hyped for the content I'm gonna make there!!!

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  • @shadda
    @shaddaАй бұрын

    Just going to point out, there are many, many copies of this lens and not all are equal. I have a fairly decent copy of a 1981 model at the KMZ factory, but many of the copies from the 70s onward are kind of terrible. The rarest ones will be the m39 mount versions, and in general, the earlier the copy you get the better the build and image quality. Check the serial before you buy.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Ай бұрын

    absolutely! There’s a lot of good content people should watch before buying this lens. thanks for pointing this out.

  • @mandib7298

    @mandib7298

    16 күн бұрын

    @@MicahPowell Hi! Could you tell us what year is yours? what factory etc, what all the other numbers and letters associeated with this one in particular? the ones written on the front of the lens for ex? thank you so much in advance!!

  • @sarabarabu-mq1ci

    @sarabarabu-mq1ci

    14 күн бұрын

    дался Вам это Гелиос, лучше поискать варианты моддинга со стеклом от Мамии, очень было популярно переделывать их под цифровые фотики с матрицей от Фовеона

  • @danieltremble2394
    @danieltremble2394 Жыл бұрын

    I have one of these collecting dust, after seeing this I’m gonna pick it up again. Thank you

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much man!!! :)

  • @BryanElliott_

    @BryanElliott_

    Жыл бұрын

    Same here

  • @fyrTV

    @fyrTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Same LOL I had to check to make sure it was the same lens.

  • @joey.leblanc

    @joey.leblanc

    Жыл бұрын

    Same here! Going to have to give it a shot again, it's been years!

  • @dukebozikowski3801

    @dukebozikowski3801

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell How and where did you get such an amazing copy of this lens?

  • @f1joeh
    @f1joeh Жыл бұрын

    The model 😍 would make any lens look good 👍

  • @stilgoin

    @stilgoin

    Жыл бұрын

    😂😂😂

  • @lachlanlau

    @lachlanlau

    Жыл бұрын

    Sus

  • @gabrielgreuter

    @gabrielgreuter

    Жыл бұрын

    Don't disrespect the lens bro. Not cool

  • @f1joeh

    @f1joeh

    Жыл бұрын

    @@gabrielgreuter I did enjoy the cinematographic presentation and the unique experience seeing through this special lens, but I was more distracted by what was on the objective side of the lens! 😍 For the model and her contribution to this beautiful KZread video. 🌹😊🍷

  • @simonkine

    @simonkine

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree with you

  • @giodc8599
    @giodc8599 Жыл бұрын

    With a model like that even a plastic disposable film camera would produce stunning images :)

  • @teajay74

    @teajay74

    Жыл бұрын

    Hopefully he asked her permission and she wasn't just strolling through the park.

  • @giodc8599

    @giodc8599

    Жыл бұрын

    @@teajay74 Dude, really?

  • @nathanabrahams5305

    @nathanabrahams5305

    Жыл бұрын

    @@teajay74 Lol. that was funny.

  • @mgchato

    @mgchato

    Жыл бұрын

    My thoughts exactly

  • @MordiansBumole

    @MordiansBumole

    Жыл бұрын

    @@giodc8599 calm down snowflake

  • @urba.cinematics
    @urba.cinematics Жыл бұрын

    The lens produces stunning images, but big props to the model too. Very expressive and somewhat mysterious. Must have been a joy to work with! Keep 'm coming.

  • @mrzraider54

    @mrzraider54

    Жыл бұрын

    Cheap in Russia

  • @mrzraider54

    @mrzraider54

    Жыл бұрын

    30$ cost Russia

  • @user-ro7ks1us5b

    @user-ro7ks1us5b

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mrzraider54 F YOU, russia

  • @ser_igel

    @ser_igel

    10 ай бұрын

    ​@@mrzraider54 in russia it's cheaper to get the lens with something like zenit e than standalone (like seriously, i've seen kits for 20-25$)

  • @clarenceoveur9497

    @clarenceoveur9497

    7 ай бұрын

    @@mrzraider54 hope you are talking about the lens lol

  • @JoshHaley
    @JoshHaley Жыл бұрын

    I don't know anything about the lens but dude, that was impressive in many ways. The use of slow mo, the shot choice and editing, leading the eye to the next shot smoothly, and the color pallet is all breathtaking. Well done.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you josh!!!!

  • @Leprutz

    @Leprutz

    Жыл бұрын

    Works cause of the girl.

  • @andrewmizzi4097

    @andrewmizzi4097

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Leprutz lol why does there always have to be that guy

  • @Leprutz

    @Leprutz

    Жыл бұрын

    @@andrewmizzi4097 cause it 's the truth. Do a video like this with very ugly and obese people. It wouldn't work.

  • @TheRealBozz

    @TheRealBozz

    Жыл бұрын

    @@andrewmizzi4097 Is she not pleasing to the eye?

  • @ryancooper3629
    @ryancooper3629 Жыл бұрын

    Insanely gorgeous shots dude. A few notes: - You have gotten an incredibly good one. They aren't all this sharp. Poor quality control + time means it can be really hit or miss. If you find a version of this lens that is super sharp, it is a diamond in the rough, cherish that thing! Many also suffer from internal fungus and/or dust as well as color cast caused by degradation of the lens coating - The Helios 81N is less common but can often be had for quite cheap on ebay as well. It is the exact same lens formula but on a Nikon F mount which is much easier to adapt to modern cameras. The Helios 44 was designed for the M42 screw mount which can be a problem for some mounts as you cannot adapt it and retain infinity focus without introducing a corrective glass element which can harm image quality - Zenit has started remaking old Helios Lenses on more modern mounts. The 85mm 40-2 is one such lens which has the same bokeh style as the 58mm 44 but in an 85mm focal length. The Zenitar 50mm f1.2 is also quite similar. The Selena 58mm f/1.9 actually takes the swirly bokeh even farther.

  • @gu9838

    @gu9838

    Жыл бұрын

    true story.

  • @DerbJd

    @DerbJd

    Жыл бұрын

    Always get a bad lens serviced, cleaned and calibrated. It makes a world of difference.

  • @ryancooper3629

    @ryancooper3629

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DerbJd Of course, but we are talking about a 50 year old manual lens made in a country notoriously poor quality control. Service can only go so far.

  • @JACKnJESUS

    @JACKnJESUS

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DerbJd The build quality is poor from the outset in the later models. Just choose wisely.

  • @nectarinedreams7208

    @nectarinedreams7208

    Жыл бұрын

    It's not that deep

  • @AJtheSwede
    @AJtheSwede Жыл бұрын

    Such a mesmerizing model and the video was pure bliss to look at, beautifully shot and graded. Felt like a warm blanket for my mind.

  • @tomsteger1

    @tomsteger1

    Жыл бұрын

    Well said!

  • @StoryBites.
    @StoryBites. Жыл бұрын

    Ive had this lens sitting on my shelf for the past 2 years and man you've just sparked my interest in using it again. Thanks!

  • @ruffprophetproductions
    @ruffprophetproductions Жыл бұрын

    I love these little simple videos! This inspires me to make something similar. Long form content is cool. But to make it is a labor of love. These videos seem so much more effective at getting a message out while still making great, consumable content.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Honestly… you have no idea how much it means to read this :)

  • @jesmor3

    @jesmor3

    Жыл бұрын

    I totally agree with this. Screw the algorithm. Love these short form videos. Sub’d to encourage more!

  • @djentlover

    @djentlover

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell I want to echo this. A short, beautiful video is a luxury these days. And this was it.

  • @OliverCao
    @OliverCao Жыл бұрын

    For anyone wondering about the music: Lost and Found by Young Collective

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Oliver!

  • @user936

    @user936

    Жыл бұрын

    I keep thinking if that is my phone ringing in the background 😄

  • @NegativeROG

    @NegativeROG

    Жыл бұрын

    I was wondering about the girl.

  • @pallidbustofpallas4679

    @pallidbustofpallas4679

    Жыл бұрын

    @@NegativeROG That was going to be my comment. :)

  • @CFChristian

    @CFChristian

    Жыл бұрын

    @@NegativeROG Absolutely no one is wondering about the music. 😅

  • @danielrapidfire
    @danielrapidfire Жыл бұрын

    That first frame really seals the deal. You can go so far as to say that it’s the perfect vintage lens!

  • @bensteelemusic
    @bensteelemusic Жыл бұрын

    Most enjoyable 2 minutes of KZread content in a long time. This video is stunning. Your colouring is perfect. Her energy is palpable, beguiling. I’m buying this damn lens and I’m subscribing to your damn channel.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Bro…. Thank you Ben 🥹

  • @ItsDrewsif
    @ItsDrewsif Жыл бұрын

    Love the super unique grading! Looks great!

  • @KJ-md2wj
    @KJ-md2wj Жыл бұрын

    If you love soft images, it's a good lens. Funny how we always wanted really sharp lenses, we got them from the manufacturers, and now we love the soft vintage look.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hahaha thats true!

  • @Kaleil

    @Kaleil

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a couple of Helioses and some of the are sharp as tacks. Depends on the specific model.

  • @ScottSpeed95
    @ScottSpeed95 Жыл бұрын

    I was trying to think of how to describe what I just saw but I am left speechless.. If beauty was to be captured in one video, this would be it. The lens is just as unique and beautiful as the model!! Please do more of these together?!

  • @ilblues
    @ilblues9 ай бұрын

    Skillful shots, coloring, editing, dreamy sound track - well done. As for the girl and her graceful pose - she's like the memory of the one that got away - never changing - often remembered with mixed emotion and that damnable nagging question "what if" ... this really pulls at the heart-strings, Micah.

  • @justinsterner950
    @justinsterner950 Жыл бұрын

    Always inspired by your work. Very well written too! I love the line “Creative utility”

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Love you Bro

  • @ConstructionKronies
    @ConstructionKronies Жыл бұрын

    Ive had mine for a year now and I love it. Its a beautiful image and super fun to work with.

  • @omegamanGXE

    @omegamanGXE

    Жыл бұрын

    Where can I buy one

  • @JasonPerryman
    @JasonPerryman Жыл бұрын

    Great video. That's lovely. Especially that last shot going into focus leaving that last look of hope and comfort there at the end.

  • @henrysiegertsz8204
    @henrysiegertsz8204 Жыл бұрын

    The model's eyes are gorgeous, stunningly beautiful images.

  • @TariqHasanAnjan
    @TariqHasanAnjan Жыл бұрын

    The model, the atmoshphere and the slomo gives the pure beauty, the lens has like 20% credit

  • @MatthewMorse
    @MatthewMorse Жыл бұрын

    This is the most beautifully-shot review I've ever seen in my life. Holy heck.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Bro I freaking love you

  • @MatthewMorse

    @MatthewMorse

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell love you back!! Keep up the amazing work. This is gorgeous.

  • @romeo-one-one
    @romeo-one-one Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful combination of ambient music, well-done narration, and photography. Thanks for making this, and putting the Helios 44-2 on my radar, Micah.

  • @RobDTom

    @RobDTom

    Жыл бұрын

    ....and the model! How do you not mention the MODEL?!

  • @romeo-one-one

    @romeo-one-one

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RobDTom Can't argue with those eyes. Indeed, she's a very beautiful model.

  • @RobDTom

    @RobDTom

    Жыл бұрын

    @@romeo-one-one Indeed! Not to take anything away from the lens, or the photographer as they all played an important role in the overall image that was created, but yeah, those eyes!

  • @mediaproductionpro
    @mediaproductionpro Жыл бұрын

    Happy to see gear reviewers are still keeping this lens alive. I never get tired of seeing that sweet, sweet bokeh.

  • @AfoteyAnnum
    @AfoteyAnnum Жыл бұрын

    It's pretty insane how good these lenses are. We are quite fortunate that they were mass produced. They perform like much more expensive lenses. I love mine!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    absolutely!

  • @MrPomoev

    @MrPomoev

    Жыл бұрын

    it's not good at all. A swirly bokeh with high contrast edges on the bokeh balls, horrible resolution on f/2, insane focus breathing, and awful performance in backlight.

  • @AfoteyAnnum

    @AfoteyAnnum

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MrPomoev you must have gotten a bad copy then, because the one on display here and the one I use perform BEAUTIFULLY.

  • @MrPomoev

    @MrPomoev

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AfoteyAnnum I have a regular sample but lens itself is ugly clone of Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar 2/58 T and it says it all. Of course you still make a decent photo with it but it will ruin so many shots which could be easily taken with more optically advanced lens.

  • @AfoteyAnnum

    @AfoteyAnnum

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MrPomoev fair points lol

  • @ClaudioDesideriFilms
    @ClaudioDesideriFilms Жыл бұрын

    Totally agree, bought one 4 years ago and still use it with such joy. The outcomes are always so juicy, everytime I look at my past works I'm still amazed by its full vintage look. Buy one now, it's also very affordable 👌

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Honestly it’s insane that a lens used on the Batman is accessible to us for super cheap!

  • @ClaudioDesideriFilms

    @ClaudioDesideriFilms

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell yes that adds an extra good feeling when you use it and makes you feel like you're a great director too😆 I've heard it was used for some of the cars chasing scenes, wasn't it?

  • @Kta8548i
    @Kta8548i Жыл бұрын

    This video completely convinced me to buy it, almost 4 months with and i have no regrets, it’s a gorgeous lens.

  • @matheusduboc
    @matheusduboc Жыл бұрын

    I just bought this lens and i watched a lot of videos about it.... but dude, for real, this is a masterpiece. So beautiful and immersive video. Thank you for that

  • @stuffnuns
    @stuffnuns Жыл бұрын

    I feel the same about my Minolta f/4 70-210mm “beercan” lens. I got it in Japan for about ¥12,500(about $120 US). It has a beautiful bokeh and a particular quality to the image. Slow to focus, and heavier than comparable modern lenses, I still love using it.

  • @charlieross-BRM

    @charlieross-BRM

    Жыл бұрын

    There is another Minolta 70-210 from the same era that is 4.5-5.6 but it's not the beercan. It's a bit less beefy. I had it for ages on a Minolta Maxxum 400si - ages ago and that was the most pleasing period of photography for me. I dug it out and with a $24 adapter it gets time on my A7III. I don't micro-analyze the results. It is what it is. Something to experiment with and find its best applications.

  • @virgilwardmedia
    @virgilwardmedia Жыл бұрын

    My anamorphic mod Helios 44-2 is out for delivery right now and I keep looking outside to see if it's here lol. Amazing video. Amazing narration. Inspirational. All around exceptional vibes.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!!!

  • @BrightsideBLVD

    @BrightsideBLVD

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm looking to get one. Did you choose ebay and how much?

  • @shredruns

    @shredruns

    Жыл бұрын

    What else would I need to make it work for Sony

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Just the m42 to e Mount adapter:)

  • @MartinAaberge
    @MartinAaberge9 ай бұрын

    I got this lens after watching your videos and I LOVE IT! Your behind the scenes material is also amazing!

  • @RaidenWarbound
    @RaidenWarbound Жыл бұрын

    Wow, this is insane! Great music choice too! Beautiful scenery and the models choice of attire accentuates the aesthetics! Totally going to get me one now!!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @intenttobe
    @intenttobe Жыл бұрын

    I've got 5 of them, all from the different factories and from different time periods, all have their own unique character. Some are nicer than others but when you find the "one" that suits your style it is incredible. Add in a Mir-1 35mm F2.8 and a Jupiter 85mm you can build a set which will cover 90% of shoots.

  • @petrolpoodle6617

    @petrolpoodle6617

    Жыл бұрын

    I've got one and I absolutely adore it! Can you recommend your favourite of the bunch and how to find it? I love the idea of another one with similar but unique character!

  • @huzainijai1184

    @huzainijai1184

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi, if let’s say it’s my first helios, which the best and most fun to try?

  • @intenttobe

    @intenttobe

    Жыл бұрын

    @@huzainijai1184 They are all unique in their own way, I prefer the earlier versions but as mentioned before I have captured some stunning footage with the more recent ones too. Just find one that is reasonably priced and looks clean and give it a try

  • @HI-SiteAerials

    @HI-SiteAerials

    Жыл бұрын

    I’m curious if he was using a KMZ, MMZ, or VALDAI model for this video. Can this lens be found to fit on an EF mount and cover a Super35 sensor?

  • @sl3102

    @sl3102

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a Mir 1b and it's f*ckin magic!

  • @vlightphotography
    @vlightphotography Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful work 👏 I got this lens from my dad, it's been in my collection for years now and i still love to use it!😍 I also got some Meyer Optik Görlitz lenses from my grandfather, the bokeh they have is insane!

  • @RetroFotoHouse
    @RetroFotoHouse10 ай бұрын

    Just amazing footage! Couldn't be fimed better! So much character and style! And colors are awesome!

  • @subdatum6363
    @subdatum6363 Жыл бұрын

    Well I guess I have to get into photography now. The color, the atmosphere, styling, and sound. It feels good. Thanks for this haiku

  • @marcopervo
    @marcopervo Жыл бұрын

    These lenses flatter more mature subjects despite their sharpness. These were a match made in heaven with the old Sony F3 and FS100.

  • @TheThinkersBible
    @TheThinkersBible Жыл бұрын

    Never heard of it but it's very nice. Has a soft character and great bokeh. It certainly helps that you're a talented videographer but you're right, the character of the lens is compelling. Will look into it, thanks!

  • @omegamanGXE

    @omegamanGXE

    Жыл бұрын

    ur welcome

  • @valtebrunorcoelho
    @valtebrunorcoelho Жыл бұрын

    In my opinion this is, by far, your best video to date. Magestic!

  • @KelvinMorrisW
    @KelvinMorrisW Жыл бұрын

    I've just shot almost an entire doc with this. Did not disappoint. Nice work!

  • @brakmaster
    @brakmaster Жыл бұрын

    Have bought and sold this lens a couple times. It is a great lens and you have splendidly showcased that in your video.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you brakmaster!!

  • @Princeton_James

    @Princeton_James

    Жыл бұрын

    Why do you end up selling it?

  • @jordanlaine7412

    @jordanlaine7412

    Жыл бұрын

    @@Princeton_James Because it has niche use cases.

  • @nathanpowell3436
    @nathanpowell3436 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful shots man!

  • @PerChristianFrankplads
    @PerChristianFrankplads Жыл бұрын

    Great photography and music, and everything you said about the mod- I mean lens, was spot-on too.

  • @ChadTerpstraOG
    @ChadTerpstraOG Жыл бұрын

    For sure one of the coolest and cheapest vintage lenses out there. The flares are super interesting also.

  • @rob_haberman
    @rob_haberman Жыл бұрын

    These images are stunning!

  • @21nemo21
    @21nemo21 Жыл бұрын

    Well, I do not care about that lens, however, I must say, ....that girl is just beautiful. Her eyes are sad a bit and very calm. And when she smiles, all sadness is gone. Maybe she will read this message: I wish her all the best in her life.

  • @illinoisvisuals
    @illinoisvisuals Жыл бұрын

    Saw this when it had like a bit over 10k views, congrats man! I'll be following your creator journey here

  • @BigFlavorFilms
    @BigFlavorFilms Жыл бұрын

    Gahhh! Now you got me getting up and digging mine out to play with again. Awesome composition and coloring. ❤

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!! so glad to hear! definitely tried something new with this coloring :)

  • @johanwillfred6139
    @johanwillfred6139 Жыл бұрын

    The model is beautiful. Really nice shots.

  • @benjirides218
    @benjirides218 Жыл бұрын

    what an incredible video, i'm glad this didn't turn into a talking head sort of thing, letting the video speak for itself was the right move

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Benji

  • @prislander55
    @prislander55 Жыл бұрын

    I got mine a month ago and I agree 100% with your assessment. Love my Helios!! Thank you for sharing, Micah!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @_mariochristopher
    @_mariochristopher Жыл бұрын

    I love that you only took as long as you needed to say what you wanted to say. Loved the video, loved your work with this lens.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @djentlover
    @djentlover Жыл бұрын

    If you feel like doing it, I would love to see a video breaking down how you made this shoot. Where you found the model, how you chose the lighting, the composition, the directions, especially the coloring, all of it. It's just so emotionally striking that I'm dying to know. No pressure. Only if you want to.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Bruh, I wish I got some bts of this, the truth is it was a very run and gun shoot.. I saw that tree, and we ran outside to get it before the colors changed

  • @djentlover

    @djentlover

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell Ah I see, it's okay. Thanks for replying anyway!

  • @fernandofaria2872

    @fernandofaria2872

    Жыл бұрын

    Also the model's phone number ^.^

  • @MINECRAFTandSEB

    @MINECRAFTandSEB

    Жыл бұрын

    @@fernandofaria2872 hahahhahaha

  • @WEHAVETHISDREAM

    @WEHAVETHISDREAM

    7 ай бұрын

    Aus you shoot on full frame?

  • @jadenfernando
    @jadenfernando Жыл бұрын

    The model is SO PRETTY

  • @patnolan_
    @patnolan_3 ай бұрын

    Watched your video 6 months ago, found one on eBay for $45 and immediately impulse bought it. Greatest lens I've ever owned for video, so much character. Thanks Micah!

  • @thomasbryans6547
    @thomasbryans6547 Жыл бұрын

    wow I desperately want a movie with your shots, this music, and the model. Great work.

  • @spaghettistef
    @spaghettistef Жыл бұрын

    I have one of these lenses. It is so imperfect that all photos I take with it are just incredible. They are like poems!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly! There some people that are pretty heated here in the comments and they don’t understand that!

  • @user-zl5gi8sv7u

    @user-zl5gi8sv7u

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you know what poetry is?

  • @albertbatfinder5240

    @albertbatfinder5240

    Жыл бұрын

    I don’t get it. I presumed imperfect was a typo. No?

  • @spaghettistef

    @spaghettistef

    Жыл бұрын

    @@albertbatfinder5240 Nope, I meant that this lens delivers a rather imperfect image (like excessively blurred at times, or not particularly sharp, etc.) that creates a sort of vintage-y effect I never got with any other lens. If you are looking for a super sharp image then this lens is not for you (but then why would you buy a vintage Soviet lens if you were looking for modern-day quality?), but if you are looking for a lens capable of delivering a unique and "emotional" look then this is the lens you need. There is definitely something romantic about the photos taken with this lens.

  • @unclejerry486
    @unclejerry486 Жыл бұрын

    I feel very lucky to own one, very surprising in its capabilities, sharp for an old lens. Very demanding in terms of framing and creative planning but sooo rewarding (it could be because I am a MFT user, so x2 crop). However, definitely worth the time to adjust in-camera settings to make it shine!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Just curious, with the 2x crop, do you see a lot of the swirl artifacts?

  • @weztastudio6170

    @weztastudio6170

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell not so mutch swirl on my blackmagick, but on canon r you can see it, but you are telling the most imorant : it us fun, and fun makes it good

  • @thatsreallyamoon

    @thatsreallyamoon

    Жыл бұрын

    Try a m42 to m4/3 focal reducer.

  • @menaceone88

    @menaceone88

    Жыл бұрын

    with a speedbooster it's a portrait lens (82mm equivalent) instead of a nifty fifty and shows the swirley bokeh.

  • @jsardone

    @jsardone

    11 ай бұрын

    Which version of the 44-2 is this anyway? @@menaceone88

  • @jesseroth5457
    @jesseroth5457 Жыл бұрын

    meant to buy one years ago and never got round to it. Just purchased one as a result of this vid. Thank you!

  • @RadianFilms64
    @RadianFilms64 Жыл бұрын

    Really like the video and lens! Also love the color grade, really well done!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @pbft.j
    @pbft.j Жыл бұрын

    I'm a big Minolta on mirrorless guy. I've had my eye on the Helios 44-2 for a while, but it's not a lens I need. Then I saw it being used in a Netflix documentary (on tacos). That swirly bokeh and open look is so unique, you can tell easily. It was SO DISTRACTING. It felt like they were using the 44-2 for swirly bokeh's sake. I know you can get amazing shots with this lens, but it's hard to mix in with shots from other lenses in rapid succession. I mean, totally doable...but there are so many other options out there for amazingly unique creamy vintage bokeh that give you *that look*. Also, not every Helios 44-2 is made equal. Every single one is unique. There's definitely a sweet spot. (also I'm pretty sure the years and manufacturers of the Helios 44-2 is important. Something about how if it was made in a soviet country it's better, I think. Maybe the opposite.) If you don't own a unique VINTAGE 50mm 1.4 that you're happy with, for sure. Get the Helios 44-2.

  • @flipnap2112
    @flipnap2112 Жыл бұрын

    loving mine since I got it. and I bought a lensbaby last month too and thats a lot of fun. not the velvet but the one where the lens shifts around. took a while to get used to it but it rocks. I would be satisfied with just the helios. such a beautiful image.

  • @DucatiKozak
    @DucatiKozak Жыл бұрын

    Excellent vid! Subject, composition, lense bokeh, colouration (the leaves match your subject's eyes! 🤯), cinematography. Stunning!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Ducati!

  • @DucatiKozak

    @DucatiKozak

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell Thanks for your inspiration!

  • @maximkrivov
    @maximkrivov4 ай бұрын

    This inspired me to go and try to use the Helios 44-2. Just bought one. Can't wait to start using it. Thank you for the creative inspiration. Also saw your colour grading video about this video it was very useful and practical. Great work.

  • @Arvutimaailm
    @Arvutimaailm Жыл бұрын

    for a creator with

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    hey hey! well no longer less than 1000 :) no I haven't, but if I ever have the opportunity id absolutely love too

  • @PewDieBo
    @PewDieBo Жыл бұрын

    Can you make a color grading tutorial? The colors also look amazing man!!

  • @pierrezapata90
    @pierrezapata90 Жыл бұрын

    Wonderfully shot- love these vintage lenses!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @YeetusMcfeetus
    @YeetusMcfeetus Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great video, happy to be your 1000th subscriber.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hahaa I love that it was you yeetusmcfeetus

  • @rafanaluzie2062
    @rafanaluzie2062 Жыл бұрын

    Helios is a great lens but you're better creator and this is why this output is so good! I don't wanna this lens but your skills, haha :D

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much Rafal!!! means so much!!

  • @informer5088
    @informer5088 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing! Already listed it on the wishlist! If I may ask, which camera have you used it on? Regards!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    I used this on the Sony A7S3

  • @PopoMedic
    @PopoMedic Жыл бұрын

    My favorite lens. Thanks for bring attention to this under appreciated little guy :') Helios 44-2's FTW.

  • @MarcTaraz
    @MarcTaraz Жыл бұрын

    Absolutely stunning work. Love it. Bravo.

  • @TheMrHolmes
    @TheMrHolmes Жыл бұрын

    Wow I now own this lens! And I got it for less than $100 with the E mount adapter

  • @MicahPowell
    @MicahPowell Жыл бұрын

    WOW this is overwhelming.. 25k views... thank you all :) (Edit) 65k I don’t deserve this (Edit edit) 330,000k bro….. (Edit edit edit) 400k….. you all are legends

  • @JoshHaley

    @JoshHaley

    Жыл бұрын

    close to 200k this one is going viral. You have an incredible talent here.

  • @winngh
    @winngh Жыл бұрын

    I use fujian vintage lens and love the filmic texture and colours it gives. It's rather has sharpness mostly in the middle but love it. Helios was on my list and now am going to get one after seeing this masterpiece.

  • @willemfendon2333
    @willemfendon23339 ай бұрын

    Love the video!!!! Keep up the great work!!!

  • @RyanBartonGrimley
    @RyanBartonGrimley Жыл бұрын

    What camera did you shoot this on? Looks really great!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Sony A7S3!!

  • @RyanBartonGrimley

    @RyanBartonGrimley

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell What a great combo, AWESOME work bud!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RyanBartonGrimley Thanks Ryan!!

  • @f3m467

    @f3m467

    Жыл бұрын

    @@MicahPowell What brand adapter did you use?

  • @educatetube
    @educatetube Жыл бұрын

    Actually, it is not the lens that made this video great, it is how you compose your shot (+music, narration, lighting, time of day, colour grading, etc) and most important... the model who is in it. Normally, 40mm to 45mm is the focal length (for full frame camera) to use on the cinematic shot in featured films. The reason is, the super35 sensor cinema camera uses a 28mm lens which is then cropped to 1.5x to give you a 42mm focal length. For full-frame cameras, use a 40mm to 45mm focus length. For super35 use 27mm to 30mm.

  • @lpi3

    @lpi3

    Жыл бұрын

    +colorist

  • @Chris-Brown-

    @Chris-Brown-

    Жыл бұрын

    And 20 to 25 for micro 4/3.

  • @hansmemling7605

    @hansmemling7605

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lpi3 thank you for saying that. I didn't know what that was and researched it and now I am thinking of taking colorist classes to improve my photography and film.

  • @yurokkar

    @yurokkar

    Жыл бұрын

    58 mm f 2

  • @CHRISTOPH-B
    @CHRISTOPH-B Жыл бұрын

    Man, that’s a very nice video. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Awesome work!

  • @OfTwoLands
    @OfTwoLands Жыл бұрын

    Beautifully shot and graded!

  • @35mmfilm97
    @35mmfilm97 Жыл бұрын

    helios 44-2 is the mercedes benz of all lenses. better than 2000 dollars modern lenses. absolutely magical

  • @dash3dot

    @dash3dot

    Жыл бұрын

    ROTFL. Yeah, no.

  • @markbone
    @markbone Жыл бұрын

    I endorse this message ;)

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Bro such a big fan! Ahem… thinking about picking up your course :)

  • @anotheriteration
    @anotheriteration Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video, love the cinematrography! The Helios 44-2 is definitely one of my favorite lenses

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @MrGchiasson
    @MrGchiasson Жыл бұрын

    The videography is beautiful. Lighting, composition...and detail...warm and crisp. Very nice.

  • @oscarmoreno7774
    @oscarmoreno7774 Жыл бұрын

    I have a 44-M. Anyone knows how it stacks up to the 44-2?

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    not sure, definitely curious. I was thinking of picking up the 44-m as well

  • @janwimmer_
    @janwimmer_ Жыл бұрын

    I'm convinced. Took 5 Seconds.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Hahaha!!

  • @TheMrHolmes

    @TheMrHolmes

    Жыл бұрын

    I ran home and bought the lens lol

  • @Razzorskap
    @Razzorskap3 ай бұрын

    Was looking for information about the lens, found masterpiece. It's amazing, incredibly beautiful.

  • @strassen-affe
    @strassen-affeАй бұрын

    This is sooooo beautiful !

  • @benjamingentile1660
    @benjamingentile1660 Жыл бұрын

    What’s the music for this video?

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Its "lost and found" by Young Collective on musicbed!!

  • @Soundpaintmusic
    @Soundpaintmusic3 ай бұрын

    Gorgeous work!

  • @alanasci
    @alanasci Жыл бұрын

    I thought about buying it for a very long time, and after watching your video I bought it! Thank you! Btw, great shots dude 🎬🔥

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Alanas thank you so much for the kind words!!! I know your gonna love it!!

  • @alexgoeke
    @alexgoeke Жыл бұрын

    What was it shot on???? ❤

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!! This was shot on the Sony A7S3

  • @wkghrs

    @wkghrs

    Жыл бұрын

    The colors, or skillful grading changed my mind about Sony capabilities. I thought it was RED.

  • @lukasz_sarnacki
    @lukasz_sarnacki Жыл бұрын

    One caveat: These lenses have a very different quality which was typically dictated by alcohol intake in Russian factories 😅I had two and one was great with its crazy swirling bokeh and one was really bad.

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    HAHAHAHAHA!! the actual funniest comment so far:)

  • @user-fb8bp3zv7j

    @user-fb8bp3zv7j

    Жыл бұрын

    Орнул в голосину)))

  • @uniworkhorse
    @uniworkhorse Жыл бұрын

    Those yellows were such a nice contrast, normally park scenes are boring but you picked a great time of year!

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    Жыл бұрын

    For sure! Wouldn’t have made the vid if it wasn’t for that tree!

  • @michaelcarter-film
    @michaelcarter-film7 ай бұрын

    I love this video so much, i come here every now and then to get inspired

  • @MicahPowell

    @MicahPowell

    7 ай бұрын

    Bro I love you

  • @michaelcarter-film

    @michaelcarter-film

    7 ай бұрын

    @@MicahPowell Same here haha

  • @MikhailProskalov
    @MikhailProskalov Жыл бұрын

    Sharp Helios? We'll, your is broken:)

  • @lakemnster9495
    @lakemnster9495 Жыл бұрын

    Everything about this is so aesthetically and sonically pleasing

  • @TheTozotube
    @TheTozotube Жыл бұрын

    You are TALENTEDDDD! I am JEALOUS! So amazing. Love it.

  • @JimmyShixin
    @JimmyShixin Жыл бұрын

    beautifully shot man! loving the swirly bokeh on this lens