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Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX
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Meike · Sony E, Nikon Z, Leica L mount

Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX

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KEY FACTS
BrandMeike
Announcement dateAug 2025
Released2025
Production started2025
Production statusIn Production
What We Like
+Excellent center and mid-frame sharpness at all apertures with pleasing bokeh
+Exceptional longitudinal chromatic aberration control - among the best in its class
+Outstanding flare and ghosting resistance, especially when stopped down
+Sharp, contrasty images with pleasant color rendering
+Compact, well-damped design with aperture ring and programmable custom button
Worth Knowing
Visible lateral chromatic aberration (color fringing) in corners that requires post-processing correction
Average autofocus speed not ideal for fast action
Pronounced focus breathing affects video use
Moderate vignetting requiring correction in post-processing

General

Brand
Meike
Announcement date
Refers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera.
Aug 2025
Released
Refers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale.
2025
Production started
2025
Production status
Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Read our notes on general
The Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX is an impressive fast wide-angle prime that delivers excellent optical performance at a budget price of $589. Its exceptional longitudinal chromatic aberration control, outstanding flare resistance, and sharp rendering across the frame make it optically competitive with lenses costing three times as much, though some lateral CA in the corners and focus breathing limit its appeal for videographers. The solid build, smooth focusing, and well-damped aperture ring make it an excellent value for landscape, astrophotography, and general wide-angle work.

Optics

Focal length
24mm
Maximum aperture
f/1.4
Minimum aperture
f/16
Optical design
15 elements in 12 groups
Special elements
3 ED low-dispersion elements, 2 high-refractive-index elements, 3 aspherical elements
Blades
Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
11020

Focus

Autofocus type
STM stepper motor
Minimum focus distance
0.28m (11 inches)
Maximum magnification
Largest size a subject can be reproduced
0.13x
AF MF switch
Yes

Build

Filter thread
72mm
Length e mount
107mm
Weight e mount
556g
Sealing
Sealing gasket, USB-C firmware port

Features

Aperture ring
Yes, with 1/3 stop clicks
Custom button
Programmable focus hold button
Firmware upgrade
USB-C firmware upgrade interface

Physical

Lens mount
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, Nikon Z, Leica L