Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm
Nikon NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm
What Buyers Say
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 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 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm
The Nikon 24mm f/1.4G ED is widely praised for its exceptional sharpness, beautiful color and contrast, and immersive wide-angle perspective. Users note it is a significant upgrade over other wide lenses, though some mention slight softness at f/1.4 and vignetting that requires correction. Overall, it is considered a top-tier lens worth the investment for landscape, street, and interior photography.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Beautiful color and contrast
- Immersive wide-angle perspective
- Great for landscapes and interiors
- Solid build quality
Cons
- Slight softness at f/1.4
- Vignetting at wide apertures
- High price point
- Softness at f/11
Scores
Specifications
| Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm | Nikon NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 85 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 85 mm | 24 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 12 |
| Groups | 8 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1 | 2★ |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Multilayer Coating | Nano Crystal Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 12★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.91 kg | 0.62 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM★ | Silent Wave Motor |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 980 mm | 250 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:6.67★ |
Pros & Cons
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong optical (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR 24mm f/1.4G ED 24mm
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (78th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike MIX Series 85mm f/1.4 AF 85mm offers 4.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 21 specs.
