Helios 40-2 85mm f/1.5

The Helios lenses have almost become the stuff of legends when it comes to unique looks on a budget. These Russian-made classics were originally included with Zenit cameras, with an M42 screw mount. They’ve become a sort of widely-known secret weapon in the independent cinematography and video communities due to their recognizable ‘swirly’ bokeh effect,

You wouldn’t know it by looking at my current kit, but I am neither a gear snob nor a pixel-peeper. Even though there’s a fair share of red rings within my collection, I enjoy the aesthetics of photography much more than any perceived technical perfection. And aesthetics is why I purchased a Canon 50mm f/0.95