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Meike 35mm f/1.4 vs Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS

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

Pick the Meike 35mm f/1.4 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS if

  • You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.2 vs f/1.4)

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Meike 35mm f/1.4 and the Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS
Meike 35mm f/1.4 Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS
Brand
Meike
Samyang
Max aperture
f/1.4
f/1.2 ½ stop faster
Weight
not listed
420 g
Length
not listed
73 mm
Diameter
not listed
67.5 mm
Filter thread
49 mm
62 mm
Min focus distance
0.4 m
0.38 m closer
Optical design
8 elements / 5 groups
9 elements / 7 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Manual focus
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
35mm both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Meike 35mm f/1.4

A 35mm f/1.4 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Meike 35mm f/1.4 is designed for Micro Four Thirds mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS

The Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS is a fast wide-angle prime lens covering 35mm at f/1.2 for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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