Meike 35mm F2.0 E
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
What Buyers Say
Meike 35mm F2.0 E
The Meike lenses are widely praised for delivering impressive sharpness, fast autofocus, and excellent value for money, often compared favorably to much more expensive native lenses. Users highlight solid build quality, smooth manual focus rings, and pleasing bokeh, though a small number note minor issues like aperture ring looseness or focus hunting in very low light. Overall, it's seen as a fantastic budget-friendly option for photographers seeking prime performance without breaking the bank.
Pros
- Impressive sharpness for the price
- Fast and quiet autofocus
- Solid build quality
- Pleasing bokeh
- Good value for money
Cons
- Aperture ring has slight play on some units
- Autofocus can hunt in very low light
- Lens hood attachment can feel stiff
- Minimum focus distance is somewhat long
- Some chromatic aberration in high contrast scenes
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
The Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 lens is highly praised for its sharpness, compact size, and excellent low-light performance. Users love its versatility for travel, video, and long exposures, often pairing it with other lenses in the budget trinity. A few note it's not as premium as the S-line or Nikon 14-30mm, but most agree it offers incredible value for the price.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent low-light performance
- Great value for money
- Versatile for travel and video
Cons
- Not as premium as S-line lenses
- Some prefer wider 14-30mm range
- Build not as exceptional as premium trinity
Scores
Specifications
| Meike 35mm F2.0 E | Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 17 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 28 mm |
| Elements | 11 | 13 |
| Groups | 9 | 11 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 3★ |
| ED Elements | 2 | 3★ |
| Coating | Multilayered Coatings | Multi-Coated |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/22 | f/2.8 |
| Min Aperture | f/2 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 9 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.29 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | Stepping Motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 450 mm | 190 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | — | 1:5.26★ |
Pros & Cons
Meike 35mm F2.0 E
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 17-28mm f/2.8 28mm
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong bokeh (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong optical (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong aperture (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
Meike 35mm F2.0 E offers 4.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 21 specs.
