The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS and the Meike 55mm f1.4 AF for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Fujifilm XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS weighs 125g, which means it is 161g (56%) lighter than the Meike 55mm f1.4 AF which has a weight of 286g.
Filter Threads
The Fujifilm XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS has a filter size of 49mm whereas the Meike 55mm f1.4 AF has a 52mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 49mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the Meike 55mm f1.4 AF:
Lens Mounts
Both the Fujifilm XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS and the Meike 55mm f1.4 AF has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5.
Meike 55mm f1.4 AF is also available in Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Fujifilm XC 13-33mm F3.5-6.3 OIS has a focal range of 13-33mm and
2.5X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
19.5-49.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Meike 55mm f1.4 AF is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 55mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 82.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
