The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II and the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II 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 F1.8 SE II is the longer of the two lenses at 100mm. The Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II with a length of 92mm, is 8mm shorter. On the other hand, the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II has a larger diameter of 80mm compared to the Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II's 76mm 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 SE II weighs 369g, which means it is 115g (23%) lighter than the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II which has a weight of 484g.
Filter Threads
The Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II has a filter size of 62mm whereas the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II has a 72mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 62mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II:
And these are the 72mm filters that we recommend for the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II:
Lens Mounts
The Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II has the Sony E lens mount whereas the Viltrox AF 85mm f1.8 XF II has the Fujifilm X 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 Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5 for the Fujifilm X Mount.
Meike 85mm F1.8 SE II is also available in the Nikon Z and Leica L mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
85mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.8.
