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Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujinon vs Meike 35mm f/1.4

Both are Fujifilm X prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujinon if

  • You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.28 m vs 0.4 m
  • Our notes say it suits: Street and documentary, portraits with a classic look, low-light snapshots

Pick the Meike 35mm f/1.4 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

11 differences
Specifications that differ between the Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujinon and the Meike 35mm f/1.4
Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujinon Meike 35mm f/1.4
Brand
Fujifilm
Meike
Weight
187 g
not listed
Length
55 mm
not listed
Diameter
65 mm
not listed
Filter thread
52 mm
49 mm
Min focus distance
0.28 m closer
0.4 m
Max magnification
0.17×
not listed
Aperture blades
7
not listed
Optical design
not listed
8 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
Released
2012
not listed
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Fujifilm X both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
35mm both
Max aperture
f/1.4 both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Fujifilm XF 35mm F1.4 R Fujinon

One of the original Fujifilm X-mount lenses, a 35mm f/1.4 giving about 52mm equivalent. It has a metal build and aperture ring, but slower, louder autofocus than newer designs.

Pros

  • Distinctive rendering
  • Metal build with aperture ring
  • Compact at about 187 g

Cons

  • Autofocus is slow and audible
  • Not weather-resistant

Our notes

Meike 35mm f/1.4

Meike 35mm f/1.4: an APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens with a 35mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/1.4, made for Fujifilm X mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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