Meike AF 50mm f/1.8
Meike · 50 mm · f/1.8
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What We Like
+Exceptional value at ~$160-$170 USD—significantly cheaper than native brand alternatives
+Sharp images with smooth, pleasing bokeh across aperture range, especially stopped down to f/2.8+
+Lightweight and compact (382g) STM autofocus is silent and responsive for video and stills
+Advanced optics for the price with ED glass and multi-coatings suppressing chromatic aberration
+USB-C firmware upgradeable and supports eye-focus on compatible cameras
+Available in three major mounts (Sony E, Nikon Z, L-mount) for broad compatibility
Worth Knowing
−Slower autofocus and less aggressive eye-tracking compared to premium native lenses in challenging lighting
−Plastic construction (though sturdy) lacks weather sealing found on higher-end primes
−Edge softness visible at f/1.8; minor chromatic aberration persists, best mitigated at f/2.8 and beyond
−Hood mounting feels flimsy and lens build appears less premium than flagship alternatives like Nikon's Z 50mm f/1.8S
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About This LensThe Meike AF 50mm f/1.8 is a budget-friendly autofocus prime that punches well above its $160-170 price point, offering a well-corrected optical design and responsive STM autofocus ideal for portraits and low-light shooting. Its lightweight form factor and firmware upgrade capability make it practical for everyday carry, though the plastic construction and marginal edge performance wide-open place it below premium natives in ultimate image quality and build durability. For photographers prioritizing value and versatility over flagship performance, this lens delivers impressive results that easily justify its cost. | |
| 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. | Sony E |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Sony E |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 382 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 73 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 102 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. | 58 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 50 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 1.8 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 46.4° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18 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. | 63 cm01500 |
| 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 |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 11 |
| Groups | 7 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 0 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 1 |
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 |