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Meike 12mm f/2 vs Samyang 12mm T2.2 Cine NCS CS

Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Meike 12mm f/2 if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.2)

Pick the Samyang 12mm T2.2 Cine NCS CS if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

6 differences
Specifications that differ between the Meike 12mm f/2 and the Samyang 12mm T2.2 Cine NCS CS
Meike 12mm f/2 Samyang 12mm T2.2 Cine NCS CS
Brand
Meike
Samyang
Max aperture
f/2 ⅓ stop faster
f/2.2
Length
not listed
57.9 mm
Diameter
not listed
73.6 mm
Filter thread
62 mm
67 mm
Optical design
12 elements / 9 groups
12 elements / 10 groups
7 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, min focus distance, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
12mm both
Min focus distance
0.2 m both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Meike 12mm f/2

A 12mm f/2 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Meike 12mm f/2 is designed for Micro Four Thirds mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Samyang 12mm T2.2 Cine NCS CS

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