Sold out −% Helios 44 2/58 Prime Cine Mod Lens w/ Anamorphic Bokeh For Sony-E! 44M-4 58mm F2
$199.99
Canon
$159.99
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Bring a true-vintage Canon FD prime into a modern Sony E-mount workflow – upgraded for cinematography in our workshop. This is a spherical Canon FD 50mm F1.8 that has been modified to produce a clean, neutral oval bokeh highlight shape. The result is an anamorphic-inspired separation and background feel without the usual de-squeeze workflow: shoot normally, then add 1:2.35 black bars (or your preferred crop) in post for a wide, cinematic presentation.
Cine-friendly handling is the whole point: the lens includes a dedicated follow focus gear on the focusing ring for smooth, repeatable focus pulls, plus an 80mm OD cine lens hood with a practical 77mm front filter thread for quick clamp-on accessory setups and easy filter use on set.
⚠️ IMPORTANT “AS IS” NOTE (PLEASE READ)
The glass is in pretty good condition overall, but it does have light cleaning marks and minor fungus / wear. In our tests these did not show a visible impact on the final image, however due to the noted glass issues this lens is sold AS IS – no returns, no refunds. Please purchase only if you are comfortable with an AS IS vintage cine lens.
If you’re chasing a stylized “anamorphic vibe” on a budget – bokeh, depth and character, and classic vintage rendering – this Canon FD 50mm F1.8 cine-mod is a strong everyday prime. On Sony E cameras it becomes a compact, fast standard lens for narrative work, music videos, portraits, and run-and-gun filmmaking. You get an anamorphic-inspired look with straightforward spherical shooting, plus cine-ready ergonomics for controlled focus pulls and consistent rigs.
✔ Canon FD 50mm F1.8 Cine Mod Prime Lens w/ Neutral Oval (Anamorphic-Style) Bokeh
✔ Follow Focus Gear on Focus Ring
✔ 80mm OD Cine Lens Hood (77mm filter thread)
✔ Sony E-mount Adaptation
✔ Front & Rear Lens Caps