Meike 3.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm
What Buyers Say
Meike 3.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm
This compact 220-degree circular fisheye lens has impressed users with its solid all-metal build, sharp optics, and excellent value for the price. Despite its tiny size that fits in a pocket, it delivers dramatic perspectives ideal for creative and night-sky photography. Some minor drawbacks include a tight mount on Micro Four Thirds bodies and a front cap that could be better, but overall it is praised as a fun and affordable super fisheye.
Pros
- All-metal build
- Sharp optics
- Compact and pocketable
- Excellent value for price
- Creates dramatic perspectives
Cons
- Tight fit on camera body
- Mediocre front lens cap
- No firm grip surface for mounting
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm
The Viltrox lenses reviewed here consistently impress users with their sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value for money. Many reviewers highlight the lightweight and compact design, making them ideal for travel and events. Common criticisms include the lack of a click stop on the aperture ring and occasional autofocus issues in video mode, but overall sentiment is highly positive.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and compact design
- Smooth bokeh
Cons
- No click stop on aperture ring
- Autofocus issues in video mode
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Vignetting at wide apertures
- Color quantization in images
Scores
Specifications
| Meike 3.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm | Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | fisheye | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 4 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 4 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 10 |
| Groups | 7 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 1★ |
| Coating | multi-layer nano-coating | HD Nano multilayer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Fujifilm X |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | APS-C★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.19 kg★ | 0.29 kg |
| Filter Thread | 61 mm | 52 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 95 mm★ | 600 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:10★ |
Pros & Cons
Meike 3.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm
- Strong macro (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong bokeh (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Viltrox AF 56mm f/1.4 XF 56mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike 3.5mm f/2.8 Fisheye 4mm offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 66 overall, wins 7 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
