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Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S vs Meike AF 50mm f/1.8

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S if

  • Our notes say it suits: Portraits, everyday and street shooting, low-light photography

Pick the Meike AF 50mm f/1.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S and the Meike AF 50mm f/1.8
Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Meike AF 50mm f/1.8
Brand
Nikon
Meike
Format
Full frame
not listed
Weight
415 g
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Length
86.5 mm
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Diameter
76 mm
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Filter thread
62 mm
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Min focus distance
0.4 m
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Max magnification
0.15×
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Optical design
12 elements / 9 groups
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Image stabilization
No
not listed
Released
2018
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4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, max aperture. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
50mm both
Max aperture
f/1.8 both

Our notes

Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S

A normal prime for Nikon Z full-frame mirrorless cameras from the S-Line. Known for edge-to-edge sharpness, a quiet stepping focus motor and weather sealing.

Pros

  • Sharp from center to corners
  • Quiet, smooth autofocus for video
  • Weather-sealed S-Line build
  • Compact for its performance

Cons

  • Larger than the old F-mount 50mm f/1.8
  • No lens-based stabilization

Our notes

Meike AF 50mm f/1.8

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