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Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS vs Meike 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye

Both are Sony E lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)

Pick the Meike 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

12 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS and the Meike 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye
Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS Meike 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye
Brand
Samyang
Meike
Type
Prime
Fisheye
Format
APS-C
not listed
Max aperture
f/2 1 stop faster
f/2.8
Weight
245 g
not listed
Length
59.1 mm
not listed
Diameter
72.5 mm
not listed
Filter thread
67 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.2 m
not listed
Optical design
12 elements / 10 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
Image stabilization
No
not listed
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Mount
Sony E both
Focal length
12mm both

Our notes

Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

The Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 12mm at f/2.0 for Sony E mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Meike 12mm f/2.8 Fisheye

This 12mm f/2.8 fisheye lens from Meike fits Sony E mount cameras. It suits dramatic perspectives, astrophotography and creative wide-field work.

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