The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 23mm F1.4 APS-C and the Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Meike 23mm F1.4 APS-C is the longer of the two lenses at 81mm. The Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR with a length of 78mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 67mm.
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. Meike 23mm F1.4 APS-C weighs 298g, which means it is 77g (20%) lighter than the Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR which has a weight of 375g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Wideangle Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for size comparison purposes.
Wideangle Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Meike 23mm F1.4 APS-C and the Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR have the same Filter thread size of 58mm.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Meike 23mm F1.4 APS-C and the Fujifilm XF 23mm F1.4 R LM WR 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 23mm F1.4 APS-C is also available in the Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
23mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
