TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm
TTArtisan
51 Overall Score
vs
Meike 01
Meike
82 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm
82 out of 100 high confidence 44 reviews
The TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 lens is widely praised for its excellent value, solid all-metal build, and unique character in image quality. Users love the compact size, fast aperture, and the fun of manual focus, though some note the lens cap is fiddly and the focus ring can be stiff. The tilt version adds creative versatility, making it a favorite for budget-conscious photographers seeking a retro feel.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Unique retro image character
Cons
- Fiddly screw-on lens cap
- Stiff focus ring on some units
- No electronic contacts
- Noticeable vignetting
- Susceptible to flare and haze
Value for money 18
Build quality 14
Image quality 12
Manual focus experience 10
Tilt functionality 6
Lens cap issue 4
Meike 01
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Portrait
Street
Macro
Video Cinema
Budget
Professional
Wildlife Sports
Travel
Landscape
Specifications
| TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm | Meike 01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 11 |
| Groups | 6 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | multi-layer coating | Multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 10★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.19 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 56 mm★ |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong macro (66th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Meike 01
- Strong macro (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong aperture (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong bokeh (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm f/1.4 35mm0.075score per dollar
vs
Meike 010.096score per dollar
Meike 01 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Meike 01
Scores 82 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 3 of 20 specs.
