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Carl Zeiss E 50mm F2 vs Meike 50mm f/2.8 Macro

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

Pick the Carl Zeiss E 50mm F2 if

  • You need 1 stop more light for low light or background blur (f/2 vs f/2.8)

Pick the Meike 50mm f/2.8 Macro if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

13 differences
Specifications that differ between the Carl Zeiss E 50mm F2 and the Meike 50mm f/2.8 Macro
Carl Zeiss E 50mm F2 Meike 50mm f/2.8 Macro
Brand
Carl Zeiss
Meike
Type
Prime
Macro
Format
Full frame
not listed
Max aperture
f/2 1 stop faster
f/2.8
Weight
320 g
not listed
Length
59 mm
not listed
Diameter
62 mm
not listed
Filter thread
52 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.45 m
not listed
Max magnification
0.14×
not listed
Optical design
6 elements / 4 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
Manual focus
not listed
Image stabilization
No
not listed
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Mount
Sony E both
Focal length
50mm both

Our notes

Carl Zeiss E 50mm F2

This 50mm f/2 fast standard prime lens from Carl Zeiss fits Sony E mount cameras. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.

Our notes

Meike 50mm f/2.8 Macro

This 50mm f/2.8 macro lens from Meike fits Sony E mount cameras. It is intended for close-up work with small subjects such as flowers and insects.

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