The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X and the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 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 33mm F1.4 AF X is the longer of the two lenses at 82mm. The TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 with a length of 56mm, is 26mm shorter. On the other hand, the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 has a larger diameter of 68mm compared to the Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X's 67mm diameter.
Below you can find a scaled side-by-side image of Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X and TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 to get a better idea of how their sizes compare in real life.
Comparison image of the Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X and the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 Size and Weight 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. TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 weighs 233g, 25% (81g) lighter than the Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X's weight of 314g.
Filter Threads
The Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X has a filter size of 55mm whereas the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 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 55mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X:
And these are the 52mm filters that we recommend for the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8:
Lens Mounts
The Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X has the Fujifilm X lens mount whereas the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 has the Sony E lens mount . Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Fujifilm X-T30 III , Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount and Sony ZV-E10 II , Sony A6700 and Sony FX30 for the Sony E Mount.
Fujifilm X and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Meike 33mm F1.4 AF X is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 33mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
49.5mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 56mm which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 84mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
