The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 85mm f1.8 FF AF and the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S 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. Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S is the longer of the two lenses at 99mm. The Meike 85mm f1.8 FF AF with a length of 92mm, is 7mm shorter. On the other hand, the Meike 85mm f1.8 FF AF has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S's 75mm 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 f1.8 FF AF weighs 386g, which means it is 84g (17%) lighter than the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S which has a weight of 470g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Nikon Z Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Nikon Z Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Meike 85mm f1.8 FF AF and the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S have the same Filter thread size of 67mm.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Meike 85mm f1.8 FF AF and the Nikon Z 85mm F1.8 S has the same Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5 II and RED Komodo-X 6K Z.
Meike 85mm f1.8 FF AF is also available in the Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.
