Samples: modified Helios 44-2

Samples: modified Helios 44-2

(this is about 'specialty lenses'/lens hacks)
Helios 44-2 lens with a reversed front element


info + fabulous samples 'here':
http://www.dyxum.com/dforum/a-different-look_topic112431_page1.html

ALL CREDIT goes to Paul/Snegren!


For lens specifications please see the Helios 44-2 sample thread.


This thread is open for C&C and for posting additional pictures. Please ONLY post pictures taken with the lens in the title- or start a new thread.
Please state camera, version of the lens and adapter in your post!

Edited by Micholand - 04 March 2017 at 18:02

(just a couple of quick snaps before lending it to someone)





the strangest pose on earth ;-)



















and a dog named Yellow that wouldn't sit still
need to aim carefully in order to get some part 'in focus'.
(just exploring DOF, no serious attempts of course)

Autumn Leaves


Tunnel Vision


Approaching Warp Speed

It is a hanging cylinder of Chrismas lights (5 meter across or so) with some lights in the center, Fred. And the UFO on the right is another one in the distance. In the center of the image a few lights are 'in focus'.

You have to be careful with the 44-2 as the front lens will touch the one below when you put it back the wrong way. It is a very popular trick and I see a lot of images from lenses with reversed elements.

Some seasonal examples.
The season lights outside came out interesting as well.

TFL

Thanks Dave!

Here's one more of this mega swirl device from today


Edited by Fred_S - 04 March 2018 at 20:31