Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
What Buyers Say
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
The Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 Macro G OSS II is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional sharpness, compact and lightweight design, and versatile macro capability. Users highlight its fast autofocus, effective image stabilization, and compatibility with teleconverters as major strengths. While a few note the lack of an included lens case and the lens extending when zooming, the overall sentiment is extremely positive, with many considering it a must-have travel and all-around telephoto zoom.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness
- Compact and lightweight design
- Versatile macro capability
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Effective image stabilization (OSS)
Cons
- No lens case included
- Lens extends when zooming
- No aperture ring
- Tripod foot not Arca-Swiss compatible
- Close focusing slower than distant
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
| Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm | Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 20 | 5 |
| Groups | 13 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 5★ | 2 |
| Coating | Nano AR | Multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | L-Mount |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 1.04 kg | 0.91 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Linear motor★ | STM |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 260 mm | 85 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.5x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony G Master SEL70200GM2 70-200mm
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong optical (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd 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 (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm offers 6.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 3 of 9 usage categories and 2 of 21 specs.
