Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
What Buyers Say
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
The Meike 55mm f/1.4 AF lens for APS-C Nikon Z cameras is a compact, fast-aperture portrait lens that delivers excellent sharpness and creamy bokeh at a very affordable price. Autofocus is quick and reliable, with good eye detection, and the lens handles well on smaller bodies like the Z30. Some users noted the minimum focus distance is a bit limiting and the build feels plasticky, but overall it offers outstanding value for money.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Creamy bokeh
- Fast and reliable autofocus
- Great value for money
- Compact and lightweight
Cons
- Plasticky build feel
- Limited minimum focus distance
- No image stabilization
- Some chromatic aberration wide open
- Vignetting at wide apertures
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
The Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8G is widely praised for its exceptional build quality, sharpness, and color rendition, making it a top choice for DX-format enthusiasts. Users highlight its fast and quiet autofocus, constant f/2.8 aperture for low-light performance, and overall image quality that rivals or exceeds other lenses. However, some note its heavy weight, bulky size, stiff zoom ring, and tendency to flare, along with a high price point. Despite these drawbacks, most agree it is a professional-grade lens that delivers outstanding results.
Pros
- Exceptional build quality
- Sharp images wide open
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Excellent color rendition
- Constant f/2.8 aperture
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Stiff zoom ring
- Prone to flare
- Expensive for DX lens
- Blocks built-in flash
Scores
Specifications
| Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm | Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 55 mm |
| Elements | 5 | — |
| Groups | 8 | — |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Multi-layer coating | Super Integrated Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | L-Mount | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame★ | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.91 kg | 0.07 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 85 mm | 55 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.20x★ |
Pros & Cons
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
- Strong bokeh (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
- Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong aperture (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong bokeh (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong versatility (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX Zoom-NIKKOR 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
