Housing: MKI anodized metal, compact and production-ready
Front / Filter: 95 mm O.D. (clip-on matte box), 92 mm filter thread (comes with 92mm to 95mm step up ring)
Gears: 0.8 pitch on focus & iris, ~270° external focus throw with hard stops
Condition: refurbished, fully cleaned, lubricated; infinity verified
Included: 6 lenses (PL, feet scale), front/rear caps, carry case
Warranty: 3 years
Additional info: Refurbished MKI rehoused lenses go through all the checks, cleaning, and servicing where required. Mechanically they are excellent and cosmetically might have some signs of use, but nothing that would affect the usability in any way.
I purchased these lenses directly from Ironglass in February of this year and used them on one project. They are in the same condition that they arrived in from Ironglass. All lenses work as expected and are beautiful. I hate to sell them, but unfortunately I don't use them as often as I expected. These are vintage glass and if you are looking at them, you likely already know all about them. They are still under Ironglasse's warranty, but given that they are vintage, all of my sales are final.
LENSES INCLUDED IN THE SET:
MIR 20M 20mm F3.5
A distinctive ultra-wide vintage lens with a strong visual presence. The MIR-20M delivers solid center sharpness with softer edges, creating a natural visual hierarchy that draws attention toward the subject while maintaining a sense of space.
It renders scenes with an atmospheric quality, combining soft contrast with subtle halation around highlights and pronounced flare behavior, especially in backlit or outdoor conditions. The large front element makes it particularly sensitive to light, allowing flare and contrast shifts to become part of the image rather than something to avoid.
Operators value its unique balance between clarity and character. It doesn’t aim for technical perfection, but instead offers a more organic, analog rendering that adds texture and depth to wide-angle compositions.
MIR-10A 28mm F3.5
A distinctive ultra-wide vintage lens with a strong visual presence. The MIR-20M delivers solid center sharpness with softer edges, creating a natural visual hierarchy that draws attention toward the subject while maintaining a sense of space.
It renders scenes with an atmospheric quality, combining soft contrast with subtle halation around highlights and pronounced flare behavior, especially in backlit or outdoor conditions. The large front element makes it particularly sensitive to light, allowing flare and contrast shifts to become part of the image rather than something to avoid.
DP’s value its unique balance between clarity and character. It doesn’t aim for technical perfection, but instead offers a more organic, analog rendering that adds texture and depth to wide-angle compositions.
MIR-1V 37mm F2.8
Warm, nostalgic, and unmistakably vintage. The MIR-1V is known for its expressive swirly bokeh, gentle edge falloff, and soft highlight bloom that gives the image a painterly quality.
Its rendering works especially well in natural light, where it produces smooth, diffused “buttery” flares and a slightly softened image that still retains structure. The result is a balanced look that feels organic without becoming overly stylized.
A versatile focal length between wide and normal, it’s well-suited for interiors, close-ups, and scenes where atmosphere plays a key role.
Helios 44-2 58mm F2
An iconic Soviet lens based on the classic Biotar optical design. The Helios 44-2 is defined by its pronounced swirly bokeh, strong central sharpness, and expressive falloff toward the edges of the frame.
Out-of-focus areas carry a dynamic, circular motion that adds energy and depth to the image, while highlights bloom into soft halos. The lens reacts actively to light, especially in backlit conditions, where flare becomes part of the visual language.
Often described as the “soul of the Soviet look,” it is widely used for portraiture, artistic compositions, and narrative work where image character plays a central role.
Jupiter-9 85mm F2
A classic vintage portrait lens with a soft, cinematic rendering. The Jupiter-9 delivers smooth subject separation, gentle contrast, and a natural falloff that feels cohesive and easy on the eye.
Highlights bloom subtly, creating a low-contrast glow around light sources, while skin tones appear warm and slightly softened without losing detail. The transition from focus to out-of-focus areas is gradual, avoiding harsh edges or artificial sharpness.
This lens works especially well in portraiture, close-ups, and emotionally driven scenes where a softer, more atmospheric image is preferred.
Tair 11-A 135mm F2.8
A longer focal length lens with a calm, controlled rendering. The Tair-11A provides strong compression and a clear sense of depth, while maintaining consistent sharpness in the center of the frame.
The background transitions into a smooth, even blur, without harsh edges or distracting artifacts. Flare behavior is subtle, contrast remains stable, and the overall image feels balanced and predictable.
Despite its telephoto reach, the lens retains a natural, human quality, making it suitable for portraiture, detail shots, and situations where clean subject isolation is needed without excessive stylization.
Please note: the original donor glass for lenses may show visible surface marks or light scratches. These do not affect image quality or appear in the final image.
| Lens | MIR 20M | MIR 10A | MIR 1V | HELIOS 44-2 | JUPITER-9 | TAIR-11A |
| Mount | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL | PL |
| Focal Length | 20mm | 28mm | 37mm | 58mm | 85mm | 135mm |
| Max Relative Aperture | F3.5 | F3.5 | F2.8 | F2 | F2 | F2.8 |
| Close Focus | 0.18m/7.1″ | 0.20m/7.9″ | 0.57m/1’10” | 0.50m/1’8″ | 0.8m/2’7″ | 1.20m/3’11” |
| Front Diameter | 95mm | 95mm | 95mm | 95mm | 95mm | 95mm |