Meike AF 33mm f/1.4
Meike · 33 mm · f/1.4
Score Breakdown
Scores combine our editorial testing with published lab data.
58
SCORE /100
What We Like
+Exceptional value at $229.99, undercuts competitors by $50-$570
+Compact and lightweight at 83mm, 314g for all-day portability
+Fast f/1.4 aperture delivers excellent depth of field control and low-light performance
+No focus breathing makes it excellent for video use
+Excellent sharpness and contrast with good chromatic aberration control
+Silent STM motor provides smooth, discreet autofocus ideal for video
Worth Knowing
−Vignetting present at wide aperture, though considered acceptable
−Occasional focus hunting in bright conditions at f/1.4 (may require firmware update)
−Only 0.4m minimum focusing distance limits macro capability compared to dedicated macro lenses
−Aperture ring placement may cause accidental adjustment during handheld use
General | |
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About This LensThe Meike 33mm f/1.4 AF is a compact, lightweight, and very affordable autofocus lens that delivers a 50mm-equivalent focal length on Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, and Sony E-mount cameras. After seeing how this lens performs against competitors that cost twice as much, the answer is a resounding yes regarding its competitive image quality, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious photographers seeking a versatile standard prime for portraits and everyday shooting. | |
| Brand | Meike |
| Release Year | 2024 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
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. | Nikon Z |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Nikon Z APS-C |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  APS-C |
Physical57/100 | |
| Lens Weight | 314 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 84 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 83 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘ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 ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 55 mm |
Optics86/100 | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 33 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.4 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 46.3° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 16 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 9020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups | No |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 40 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.1x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Petal |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction38/100 | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 12 |
| Groups | 9 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |