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 AF 85mm F1.4 F 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 AF 85mm F1.4 F with a length of 75mm, is 25mm shorter. On the other hand, the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F has a larger diameter of 88mm 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. Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F weighs 480g, 34% (255g) lighter than the Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF's weight of 735g.
Filter Threads
Both the Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF and the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F 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 Nikon Z lens mount whereas the Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 F has the Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z for the Nikon Z Mount and Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500 for the Nikon F (FX) Mount.
Meike 85mm f1.4 FF AF is also available in the Sony E and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.4.
