Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
82 Overall Score
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Meike Neo Series 33mm f/1.4 AF 33mm
Meike
61 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
No customer feedback yet
Meike Neo Series 33mm f/1.4 AF 33mm
88 out of 100 medium confidence 13 reviews
The Meike 35mm F2.0 Full Frame AF lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value for money. Users praise its lightweight build and versatile performance for portraits, street photography, and low-light conditions. A few note minor issues like vignetting at wide apertures, lack of image stabilization, and a plastic front ring, but overall it is highly recommended as a budget-friendly alternative to expensive native lenses.
Pros
- Excellent sharpness
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and compact
- Pleasing bokeh
Cons
- Vignetting at wide apertures
- No image stabilization
- Plastic front ring
- Poor minimum focusing distance
- Flare wide open
Sharpness 8
Autofocus performance 8
Value for money 7
Build quality 5
Bokeh 5
Vignetting 3
Scores
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Wildlife Sports
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Video Cinema
Portrait
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Meike Neo Series 33mm f/1.4 AF 33mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 18 mm | 33 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 140 mm | 33 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 12 |
| Groups | 13 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| Coating | Multi-Coated | multilayered coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | 22-40★ | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.32 kg | 0.32 kg |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:3★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong optical (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong af (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average bokeh (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
Meike Neo Series 33mm f/1.4 AF 33mm
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Strong build (72nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.001score per dollar
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Meike Neo Series 33mm f/1.4 AF 33mm0.003score per dollar
Meike Neo Series 33mm f/1.4 AF 33mm offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 18-140mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 82 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 9 of 22 specs.
