Zenit EM with Helios-44M 58mm f/2 – Classic Soviet M42 SLR with Legendary Bokeh Lens
The Zenit EM is a robust, fully manual 35mm film SLR camera produced by KMZ in the USSR during the 1970s. Built like a tank, it features a simple, mechanical design with a metal focal-plane shutter and TTL light metering. This kit includes the highly regarded Helios-44M 58mm f/2 lens, famous for its distinctive swirly bokeh and excellent sharpness.

Key Features

• Brand: Zenit (KMZ)

• Model: EM

• Film Format: 35mm

• Lens Mount: M42 screw mount

• Lens: Helios-44M 58mm f/2 – manual focus with legendary rendering

• Shutter: Mechanical, 1/30s to 1/500s + Bulb

• Light Meter: TTL selenium cell with manual match-needle guidance

• Viewfinder: Pentaprism with central microprism for easy focusing

• Flash: Hot shoe and PC sync port

• Build: Full metal body with manual film advance

• Use Case: Ideal for vintage lens lovers, portrait photography, and collectors

Condition

Used – Good condition.
Shutter fires, film advance is smooth, and light meter needle reacts to light (not guaranteed for accuracy). Helios-44M lens has clear optics, smooth focus ring, and a working aperture. Normal external wear consistent with age.

What’s Included

• Zenit EM camera body

• Helios-44M 58mm f/2 lens

• Front lens cap