Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM vs Meike 35mm f/1.7

Both are Sony E prime lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Sony · 2021

FE 35mm F1.4 GM

f/1.4524 g

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Meike

35mm f/1.7

f/1.7176 gMF

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Pick the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM if

You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.7)
You shoot full frame: the Meike 35mm f/1.7 is made for APS-C
Our notes say it suits: Documentary and street, wedding photography, video work

Pick the Meike 35mm f/1.7 if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 348 g lighter (176 g vs 524 g)
You want a compact lens: 41 mm vs 96 mm long

Spec differences

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Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM and the Meike 35mm f/1.7
	Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM	Meike 35mm f/1.7
Brand	Sony	Meike
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Max aperture	f/1.4 ½ stop faster	f/1.7
Weight	524 g	176 g lighter
Length	96 mm	41 mm shorter
Diameter	76 mm	not listed
Filter thread	67 mm	49 mm
Min focus distance	0.25 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.26×	not listed
Aperture blades	not listed	8
Optical design	not listed	6 elements / 5 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus
Released	2021	not listed

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, focal length, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Prime both
Focal length: 35mm both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM

A G Master 35mm prime for E-mount with an f/1.4 aperture, an aperture ring and linear-motor autofocus. It has a dust and moisture resistant design.

Pros

Sharp across the frame
Fast, quiet autofocus
Aperture ring with click switch

Cons

Larger than f/1.8 35mm primes
Heavier at about 524 g

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.