Quick answer
The Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO is a short telephoto prime lens covering 85mm at f/1.8 for the Leica L mount. Its fast maximum aperture helps in dim light and gives good subject separation.
About this lens
This 85mm f/1.8 fast short-telephoto prime lens from Meke fits Leica L mount cameras, with stepping-motor autofocus. The focal length is a classic choice for portraits and details.
Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO specifications
What can you shoot with the Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 85mm | 23.9° | 28.6° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 128mm | 16.1° | 19.3° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO use?
It uses the Leica L mount, so it fits Leica L cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO?
It is a fixed 85mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. That makes it a short telephoto lens.
Is the Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO 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 Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO 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 Meke SL 85mm F1.8 STM PRO fit?
Any Leica L-mount camera, including Leica SL (Typ 601), Leica SL2, Leica SL2-S, Leica SL3, and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and 7 more.
Alternatives for Leica L from other brands
All Leica L lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
