The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 50mm f1.8 AF and the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM 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. Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM weighs 160g, 58% (222g) lighter than the Meike 50mm f1.8 AF's weight of 382g.
Filter Threads
The Meike 50mm f1.8 AF has a filter size of 58mm whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM has a 43mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 58mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Meike 50mm f1.8 AF:
And these are the 43mm filters that we recommend for the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM:
Lens Mounts
The Meike 50mm f1.8 AF has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM has the Canon RF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Leica SL3-P, Panasonic S1 II and Panasonic S1 IIE for the Leica L Mount and Canon R6 V, Canon R6 III and Canon C50 for the Canon RF Mount.
Meike 50mm f1.8 AF is also available in the Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
50mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.
