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Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS vs Meike 12mm f/2.8

Both are Micro Four Thirds prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)
  • You want the lighter lens to carry: 105 g lighter (255 g vs 360 g)

Pick the Meike 12mm f/2.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

8 differences
Specifications that differ between the Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS and the Meike 12mm f/2.8
Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS Meike 12mm f/2.8
Brand
Samyang
Meike
Format
APS-C
not listed
Max aperture
f/2 1 stop faster
f/2.8
Weight
255 g lighter
360 g
Length
57.9 mm
not listed
Diameter
72.5 mm
not listed
Filter thread
67 mm
72 mm
Min focus distance
0.2 m
not listed
6 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, optical design, autofocus motor, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Micro Four Thirds both
Type
Prime both
Focal length
12mm both
Optical design
12 elements / 10 groups both
Autofocus motor
Manual focus both
Image stabilization
No both

Our notes

Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS: a fast wide-angle prime lens with a 12mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.0, made for Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Our notes

Meike 12mm f/2.8

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