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Meike 25mm f/1.8 vs Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.

Verdict at a glance

  • Meike 25mm f/1.8 is faster by 0.3 stops (f/1.8 vs f/2.0), letting in more light.
  • Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS goes wider (12mm vs 25mm).
  • Meike 25mm f/1.8 reaches further (25mm vs 12mm).
Specification comparison
Spec 25mm f/1.8 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS
Brand Meike Samyang
Mount Canon EF-M Canon EF-M
Type Prime Prime
Focal length 25mm 12mm (wider)
Max aperture f/1.8 (faster) f/2.0
Groups 5 10
Elements 7 12
Filter mm 49 67
Min focus m 0.25 0.2 (closer focusing)

Meike 25mm f/1.8

A 25mm f/1.8 APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens, the Meike 25mm f/1.8 is designed for Canon EF-M mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS

A 12mm f/2.0 APS-C fast wide-angle prime lens, the Samyang 12mm f/2.0 NCS CS is designed for Canon EF-M mount bodies. The wide view suits landscapes, architecture and environmental shots.

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