TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm
TTArtisan
77 Overall Score
vs
Meike 56mm F1.7 56mm
Meike
83 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm
82 out of 100 high confidence 44 reviews
The TTArtisan 35mm f/1.4 lens is widely praised for its excellent value, solid all-metal build, and unique character in image quality. Users love the compact size, fast aperture, and the fun of manual focus, though some note the lens cap is fiddly and the focus ring can be stiff. The tilt version adds creative versatility, making it a favorite for budget-conscious photographers seeking a retro feel.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Solid all-metal build quality
- Compact and lightweight
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Unique retro image character
Cons
- Fiddly screw-on lens cap
- Stiff focus ring on some units
- No electronic contacts
- Noticeable vignetting
- Susceptible to flare and haze
Value for money 18
Build quality 14
Image quality 12
Manual focus experience 10
Tilt functionality 6
Lens cap issue 4
Meike 56mm F1.7 56mm
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Portrait
Street
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Video Cinema
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Professional
Wildlife Sports
Travel
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Specifications
| TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm | Meike 56mm F1.7 56mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | tilt-shift | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 35 mm | 56 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 35 mm | 56 mm |
| Elements | 7 | 11 |
| Groups | 6 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 1★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | multi-layer coating | Multi-layer coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.7 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.7 |
| Constant | ✗ | — |
| Diaphragm Blades | 10★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.19 kg |
| Filter Thread | 52 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 35 mm★ | 56 mm |
Pros & Cons
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm
- Strong bokeh (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong aperture (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong macro (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong build (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Meike 56mm F1.7 56mm
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong bokeh (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm1.014score per dollar
vs
Meike 56mm F1.7 56mm0.522score per dollar
TTArtisan APS-C 35mm F1.4 Tilt 35mm offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Meike 56mm F1.7 56mm
Scores 83 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 1 of 20 specs.
