Quick answer
The Meike 85mm f/1.8 is a short telephoto prime lens covering 85mm at f/1.8 for the Fujifilm X mount. Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
About this lens
This 85mm f/1.8 APS-C fast short-telephoto prime lens from Meike fits Fujifilm X mount cameras. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Meike 85mm f/1.8 specifications
- Brand
- Meike
- Mount
- Fujifilm X
- Focal length
- 85mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.8
- Lens type
- Prime
What can you shoot with the Meike 85mm f/1.8?
At 85mm this is a short telephoto prime, which typically suits:
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
- Isolating subjects from the background
Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 128mm | 16.1° | 19.3° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Meike 85mm f/1.8 use?
It uses the Fujifilm X mount, so it fits Fujifilm X cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Meike 85mm f/1.8?
It is a fixed 85mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Meike 85mm f/1.8 a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a prime lens with a fixed 85mm focal length. Primes usually open wider than zooms; this one opens to f/1.8.
What is the Meike 85mm f/1.8 equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 128mm on full frame, with a 16.1° horizontal and 19.3° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Meike 85mm f/1.8 fit?
Any Fujifilm X-mount camera, including Fujifilm X-E1, Fujifilm X-E2, Fujifilm X-E3, Fujifilm X-E4, and Fujifilm X-H1 and 19 more.
Alternatives for Fujifilm X from other brands
All Fujifilm X lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
