Meike SE Series 35mm f/2.0 AF 35mm
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
What Buyers Say
Meike SE Series 35mm f/2.0 AF 35mm
The Meike lenses are widely praised for delivering impressive sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value for money, often compared favorably to much more expensive native lenses. Users highlight solid build quality, smooth manual focus rings, and pleasing bokeh, though a small number note minor issues like aperture ring looseness or focus hunting in very low light. Overall, it's seen as a fantastic budget-friendly option for photographers seeking prime performance without breaking the bank.
Pros
- Impressive sharpness for the price
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Solid build quality
- Pleasing bokeh
- Good value for money
Cons
- Aperture ring has slight play on some units
- Autofocus can hunt in very low light
- Lens hood attachment can feel stiff
- Minimum focus distance is somewhat long
- Some chromatic aberration in high contrast scenes
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent low-light performance. Users appreciate its lightweight design compared to alternatives and find it a reliable professional tool for both photography and video. A few Q&A entries note that internal stabilizer movement when powered off is normal, not a defect.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and snappy autofocus
- Excellent low-light performance
- Lightweight design
- Great for video
Cons
- Internal stabilizer movement when off
- Not parfocal
- Focus-by-wire system
- Manufactured in Thailand (perceived quality concern)
Scores
Specifications
| Meike SE Series 35mm f/2.0 AF 35mm | 7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 35 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 11 |
| Groups | 9 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Multilayered Coatings | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.30 kg★ | 0.43 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 400 mm★ |
Pros & Cons
Meike SE Series 35mm f/2.0 AF 35mm
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (75th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
7Artisans Lite Series AF351.8ZB 35mm
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike SE Series 35mm f/2.0 AF 35mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 65 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 20 specs.
