Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro vs Meike 25mm f/1.8
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Meike 25mm f/1.8 is faster by 1.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.8), letting in more light.
| Spec | 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro | 25mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Laowa | Meike |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Type | Macro | Prime |
| Focal length | 25mm | 25mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/1.8 (faster) |
| Blades | 8 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | n/a |
| Groups | 6 | 5 |
| Af motor | none | n/a |
| Elements | 8 | 7 |
| Min focus m | 0.173 (closer focusing) | 0.25 |
| Filter mm | n/a | 49 |
Laowa 25mm f/2.8 2.5-5X Ultra Macro
This 25mm f/2.8 macro lens from Laowa fits Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. A manual-focus macro lens from Laowa for extreme close-ups.
Meike 25mm f/1.8
The Meike 25mm f/1.8 is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 25mm at f/1.8 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.