Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS vs Meike 35mm f/1.7

Both are Sony E prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Sony · 2012

E 35mm F1.8 OSS

f/1.8154 g

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Meike

35mm f/1.7

f/1.7176 gMF

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Pick the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 22 g lighter (154 g vs 176 g)
You shoot handheld in dim light or video: it has optical image stabilization and the Meike 35mm f/1.7 does not
Our notes say it suits: Everyday and travel photography, low-light handheld shots, street and vlog use on APS-C

Pick the Meike 35mm f/1.7 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS and the Meike 35mm f/1.7
	Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS	Meike 35mm f/1.7
Brand	Sony	Meike
Max aperture	f/1.8	f/1.7
Weight	154 g lighter	176 g
Length	45 mm	41 mm shorter
Diameter	63 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.3 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.15×	not listed
Aperture blades	not listed	8
Optical design	not listed	6 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus
Image stabilization	Yes stabilized	No
Released	2012	not listed

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, filter thread. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Format: APS-C both
Focal length: 35mm both
Filter thread: 49 mm both

Our notes

Sony E 35mm F1.8 OSS

A stabilized APS-C 35mm prime for E-mount, light at about 154 g with a 49mm filter size. It focuses as close as 0.3 m.

Pros

Optical SteadyShot
Fast f/1.8 aperture
Very light at 154 g
Compact

Cons

APS-C only
Not weather sealed
Plastic-and-metal build that is basic by prime standards

Our notes

Meike 35mm f/1.7

A 35mm f/1.7 fast wide-angle prime lens, the Meike 35mm f/1.7 is designed for Sony E mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.