Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
Meike 12mm f/2.8 12mm
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Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
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Meike 12mm f/2.8 12mm
This Meike 12mm f/2.8 ultrawide lens delivers impressive build quality and value for its price, especially for manual lens enthusiasts. However, users report several issues: the focus ring may feel loose or focus beyond infinity, sharpness can be soft at edges, and the f/2.8 aperture seems darker than expected. While some praise its solid construction and good color saturation, others have encountered defects like a misaligned hood, cheap plastic build, or even the focus ring detaching. Overall, it's a decent budget option for mirrorless cameras but requires careful handling and realistic expectations.
Pros
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
- Smooth focus and aperture rings
- Well controlled flare
- Good color saturation
Cons
- Focus ring may detach
- Soft resolution at edges
- f/2.8 aperture seems darker
- Focus beyond infinity issue
- Misaligned lens hood
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Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds | Meike 12mm f/2.8 12mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 14 mm | 12 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 140 mm | 12 mm |
| Elements | 16 | 12 |
| Groups | 13 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 2★ | — |
| Coating | multi-coated | Multi-Layer Nano Coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 4.0-5.8 | f/2.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 9★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Format | micro-four-thirds | micro-four-thirds |
| Weight | 0.46 kg | 0.36 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | inner focus direct-drive linear motor★ | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 62 mm★ | 100 mm |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic Lumix G 14-140mm f/4.0-5.8 OIS Video Optimized Micro Four Thirds
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong macro (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong optical (95th percentile)95th %ile
Meike 12mm f/2.8 12mm
- Strong macro (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (67th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (6th percentile)6th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average aperture (22nd percentile)
- Below average bokeh (25th percentile)
Pricing
Meike 12mm f/2.8 12mm offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 19 specs.
