Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Nikon
86 Overall Score
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Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II 85mm
Meike
36 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
No customer feedback yet
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II 85mm
72 out of 100 high confidence 39 reviews
The Meike 85mm f/1.8 lens receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its sharpness, bokeh, and value for the price, especially for portrait and low-light photography. However, a significant number of reviewers report issues with autofocus noise, inconsistent autofocus performance, and even complete focus motor failure. Build quality concerns, such as a loose focus ring, are also mentioned, leading to a polarized sentiment where the lens is either loved for its image quality or criticized for reliability.
Pros
- Sharp image quality
- Great bokeh
- Excellent value for money
- Good for low-light photography
- Lightweight and compact
Cons
- Loud autofocus noise
- Inconsistent autofocus performance
- Focus motor failure reported
- Loose focus ring on some units
- Compatibility issues with some adapters
Image quality 12
Autofocus noise 6
Autofocus performance 8
Build quality 5
Value for money 7
Low light performance 4
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Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR | Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II 85mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | telephoto |
| Focal Length Min | 24 mm | 85 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 200 mm | 85 mm |
| Elements | 19 | 11 |
| Groups | 15 | 7 |
| Aspherical Elements | 2★ | — |
| ED Elements | 1★ | — |
| Coating | ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings | multi-coated on both sides, fingerprint- and oil-resistant coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/4 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | 4-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon F |
| Format | full-frame | full-frame |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.57 kg★ | — |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | — |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Autofocus | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stabilization Stops | 5 stops★ | — |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 500 mm★ | 650 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.28x★ | 0.17X |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II 85mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong stabilization (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average macro (31st percentile)
- Below average bokeh (31st percentile)
- Below average build (31st percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR0.117score per dollar
vs
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II 85mm0.156score per dollar
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II 85mm offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 8 of 22 specs.
