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Meike AF 23mm f/1.4
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Meike · f/1.4 · Sony E mount

Meike AF 23mm f/1.4

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KEY FACTS
BrandMeike
Release Year2025
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountSony E
SystemSony E
What We Like
+Fast f/1.4 aperture with 9-blade aperture for smooth bokeh
+Compact and lightweight at under 300g
+STM stepping motor provides silent, smooth autofocus suitable for video
+USB-C firmware upgradeable without separate dock
+Water- and oil-repellent coatings on front element
+Budget-friendly pricing around $290
Worth Knowing
−Minimal focus breathing and distortion claims lack independent verification in available reviews
−No weather sealing on lens body (water/oil-resistant coating only)
−Limited detailed optical performance data in sample reviews
−Single-mount variants require purchasing separately for different camera systems

General

Brand
Meike
Release Year
2025
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Sony E
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Sony E
Maximum Format
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Largest sensor size compatible with the lens.
APS-C
Read our notes on general
The Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 is a compact, budget-friendly APS-C prime ideal for street, travel, and everyday photography, delivering a 35mm full-frame equivalent focal length. Built around a 13-element optical design with STM autofocus, the lens combines a fast f/1.4 aperture with modern conveniences like USB-C firmware updates and water/oil-repellent coatings, making it a competitive choice for creators prioritizing affordability and lightweight portability.

Physical

Lens Weight
302 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
66.5 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
81 mm
Front Filter Compatible
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Some lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove.
Yes
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
58 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
23 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.4
Flange Focal Distance
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Distance from lens mount to sensor.
18 mm
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
9020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
25 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes
Manual Mode
Yes

Features

Built In Lens Hood
No
Lens Hood Type
Petal

Construction

Elements
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Lens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens.
13
Groups
11