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Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air vs Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary

Both are Nikon Z prime lenses for APS-C. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary if

  • You need ½ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/1.4 vs f/1.7)

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air and the Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Meike AF 56mm f/1.7 Air Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary
Brand
Meike
Sigma
Max aperture
f/1.7
f/1.4 ½ stop faster
Weight
not listed
295 g
Length
not listed
61.5 mm
Diameter
not listed
70 mm
Filter thread
not listed
55 mm
Min focus distance
not listed
0.5 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.14×
Aperture blades
not listed
9
Optical design
not listed
10 elements / 6 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
Stepping motor
Weather sealing
not listed
Yes
Released
not listed
2018
5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, format, focal length, image stabilization. Show all
Mount
Nikon Z both
Type
Prime both
Format
APS-C both
Focal length
56mm both
Image stabilization
No both

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