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 Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM 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. Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM is the longer of the two lenses at 105mm. The Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF with a length of 100mm, is 5mm shorter. On the other hand, there is no difference between the max diameters of these lenses, both coming at 87mm.
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 215g (22%) lighter than the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM which has a weight of 950g.
Filter Threads
Both the Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF and the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF has the Leica L lens mount whereas the Canon EF 85mm F1.4L IS USM has the Canon EF 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 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 Sony E and Nikon Z mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
