Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
This Nikon 18-300mm lens is widely praised for its versatility, sharpness, and value. Users love the all-in-one zoom range that replaces multiple lenses, especially for travel, events, and photographing kids. A few note the autofocus can be slow or imprecise, and some received the wrong item initially, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Versatile all-in-one zoom range
- Sharp images across zoom range
- Great value for money
- Lightweight and compact
- Effective vibration reduction
Cons
- Autofocus can be slow or imprecise
- Some units shipped with wrong lens
- Not sharp at full zoom (past 150mm)
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Autofocus not silent
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
| Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR | Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 13 |
| Groups | 13 | 8 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 2 |
| Coating | Nano Crystal and Super Integrated Coatings | Multi-layer coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.4 |
| Min Aperture | 2.8-4 | f/1.4 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 11★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.50 kg★ | 0.91 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | AF-S | Hyper STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 350 mm | 85 mm★ |
| Max Magnification | 0.22x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR AF-S DX NIKKOR 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong aperture (85th percentile)85th %ile
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 (34th percentile)
Pricing
Meike 85mm F1.4 II 85mm offers 3.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 5 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 22 specs.
