Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di USD
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
What Buyers Say
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di USD
The Tamron 150-600mm G2 lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, fast autofocus, and effective image stabilization, especially given its affordable price point. Users praise its image quality for wildlife and bird photography, though many note its significant weight and the need for careful handling, particularly with older camera bodies. A few reviewers mention autofocus can struggle in low light or complex scenes, and the lack of a Canadian warranty for US versions is a concern for some.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness at 600mm
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Effective image stabilization
- Great value for money
- Excellent image quality for wildlife
Cons
- Heavy weight
- Autofocus struggles in low light
- Manual focus ring has short throw
- No rear filter slot
- No Canadian warranty for US version
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
Scores
Specifications
| Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di USD | Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | telephoto | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 150 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 600 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 21 | 13 |
| Groups | 13 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 0 | 1★ |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| Coating | eBAND Coating, BBAR (Broad-Band Anti-Reflection) Coating | Multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/5 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 5-6.3 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony A | Sony E |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.99 kg | 0.91 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | USD (Ultrasonic Silent Drive) | Hyper STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 2.20 m | 85 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.26x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di USD
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong af (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong versatility (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average macro (27th percentile)
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 (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
