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Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro vs Laowa 55mm f/2.8 Tilt-shift 1X Macro

Both are Leica L lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro if

  • You need 1⅓ stops more light for low light or background blur (f/1.8 vs f/2.8)

Pick the Laowa 55mm f/2.8 Tilt-shift 1X Macro if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

9 differences
Specifications that differ between the Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro and the Laowa 55mm f/2.8 Tilt-shift 1X Macro
Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro Laowa 55mm f/2.8 Tilt-shift 1X Macro
Brand
Meike
Laowa
Type
Prime
Tilt-Shift
Format
Full frame
not listed
Max aperture
f/1.8 1⅓ stops faster
f/2.8
Filter thread
not listed
77 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.27 m
Aperture blades
not listed
15
Optical design
not listed
14 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
STM
not listed
3 identical specs hidden: mount, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Leica L both
Focal length
55mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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