Meike 25mm f/1.8 vs Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 CF APO
Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.
Pick the Meike 25mm f/1.8 if
- You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.25 m vs 0.34 m
Pick the Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 CF APO if
- You need 2 stops more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/1.8)
Spec differences
11 differences| Meike 25mm f/1.8 | Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 CF APO | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand |
Meike
|
Laowa
|
| Format |
not listed
|
APS-C
|
| Max aperture |
f/1.8
|
f/0.95
2 stops faster
|
| Weight |
190 g
|
not listed
|
| Length |
40.9 mm
|
not listed
|
| Filter thread |
49 mm
|
62 mm
|
| Min focus distance |
0.25 m
closer
|
0.34 m
|
| Max magnification |
not listed
|
0.15×
|
| Aperture blades |
not listed
|
9
|
| Optical design |
7 elements / 5 groups
|
14 elements / 9 groups
|
| Autofocus motor |
Manual focus
|
not listed
|
4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
- Mount
- Sony E both
- Type
- Prime both
- Focal length
- 25mm both
- Image stabilization
- No both
Our notes
Meike 25mm f/1.8
A 25mm f/1.8 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Meike 25mm f/1.8 is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.
Our notes
Laowa Argus 25mm f/0.95 CF APO
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