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Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS vs Meike 35mm f/0.95

Both are Canon EF-M prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

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

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Meike 35mm f/0.95 if

  • You need ⅔ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/0.95 vs f/1.2)
  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 40 g lighter (380 g vs 420 g)

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS and the Meike 35mm f/0.95
Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS Meike 35mm f/0.95
Brand
Samyang
Meike
Max aperture
f/1.2
f/0.95 ⅔ stop faster
Weight
420 g
380 g lighter
Length
74.1 mm
not listed
Diameter
67.5 mm
not listed
Filter thread
62 mm
52 mm
Min focus distance
0.38 m
0.39 m
Aperture blades
not listed
13
Optical design
9 elements / 7 groups
10 elements / 7 groups
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Canon EF-M both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
35mm both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS

A 35mm f/1.2 APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens, the Samyang 35mm f/1.2 ED AS UMC CS is designed for Canon EF-M mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass and aspherical elements. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Meike 35mm f/0.95

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