TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm
The TTArtisan 10mm f/2.0 lens offers impressive sharpness and a wide angle at a very affordable price. Many users praise its solid metal build, smooth focus ring, and low distortion, making it a great value for occasional or experimental use. However, as a fully manual lens, it can be challenging for beginners to achieve sharp focus, and the focus ring markings may not always be accurate. A few complaints include stiff aperture rings and one undelivered order, but overall sentiment is positive for budget-conscious photographers.
Pros
- Sharpness wide open and stopped down
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Very affordable price
- Low distortion for ultra-wide lens
- Smooth focus ring
Cons
- Manual focus requires practice
- Focus ring markers not always accurate
- Stiff aperture ring on some versions
- No auto-focus or EXIF metadata
- Soft corners at wide apertures
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm
The Meike 85mm f/1.8 lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its sharpness, bokeh, and value for the price, especially for portrait and low-light photography. However, a significant number of reviewers report issues with autofocus noise, inconsistent autofocus performance, and even complete focus motor failure. Build quality concerns, such as a loose focus ring, are also mentioned, leading to a polarized sentiment where the lens is either loved for its image quality or criticized for reliability.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Great bokeh
- Excellent value for money
- Good for low-light photography
- Lightweight and compact
Cons
- Loud autofocus noise
- Inconsistent autofocus performance
- Focus motor failure reported
- Loose focus ring on some units
- Compatibility issues with some adapters
Scores
Specifications
| TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm | Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | wide-angle | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 10 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 10 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 13 | 11 |
| Groups | 10 | 6 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 0 | 1★ |
| Coating | HD multilayer coating | Multi-Layer Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/16 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 8 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.34 kg★ | 0.37 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 250 mm★ | 850 mm |
| Max Magnification | 2:1★ | 1:7.7 |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong optical (73rd percentile)
- Strong build (69th percentile)
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong build (66th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average aperture (21st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (24th percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Both products are closely matched - TTArtisan APS-C 10mm f/2.0 ASPH 10mm wins 4 specs while Meike 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II 85mm wins 5.
