The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Meike 56mm f1.7 X and the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF 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 56mm f1.7 X is the longer of the two lenses at 59mm. The Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF with a length of 55mm, is 4mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Meike 56mm f1.7 X also has a larger diameter of 67mm compared to the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF's 65mm 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. Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF weighs 171g, 9% (19g) lighter than the Meike 56mm f1.7 X's weight of 190g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Fujifilm X Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
Both the Meike 56mm f1.7 X and the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF have the same Filter thread size of 52mm.
Below are links to the 52mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
Both the Meike 56mm f1.7 X and the Viltrox AF 56mm f1.7 XF has the same Fujifilm X lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Fujifilm X lenses are Fujifilm X-T30 III, Fujifilm X-E5 and Fujifilm X-M5.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
56mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.7.
