The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF and the Samyang Premium MF 85mm F1.2 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 85mm f1.4 FF AF is the longer of the two lenses at 100mm. The Samyang Premium MF 85mm F1.2 with a length of 98mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Samyang Premium MF 85mm F1.2 has a larger diameter of 93mm compared to the Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF's 87mm diameter.
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 85mm f1.4 FF AF weighs 735g, which means it is 315g (30%) lighter than the Samyang Premium MF 85mm F1.2 which has a weight of 1050g.
Lens Mounts
The Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Samyang Premium MF 85mm F1.2 has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Sony FX5, Sony A7R VI and Sony A7 V for the Sony E Mount and Blackmagic URSA 12K LF, Z CAM E2-F6 II 6K and Z CAM E2-S6 II 6K for the Canon EF Mount.
Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF is also available in the Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm but while Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF has the fastest aperture of
F1.4, the Samyang Premium MF 85mm F1.2's widest aperture value is
F1.2.
