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Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro
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Meike · f/1.8 · Sony E mount

Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro

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KEY FACTS
BrandMeike
Release Year2024
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountSony E
SystemSony E
What We Like
+Exceptional value at $339-$340 USD with full autofocus and excellent optical performance
+Very sharp images from f/1.8 wide-open; excellent sharpness from f/4-f/8
+Smooth, attractive bokeh with minimal distortion for portraiture
+Lightweight and compact at 386-395g; easy to carry for travel
+USB-C firmware updates for potential improvements and fixes
+Eye AF and EXIF support; smooth STM autofocus suitable for video
Worth Knowing
−STM autofocus not suitable for fast-moving subjects or sports photography
−Limited weather sealing (mount gasket only); not fully weather-sealed
−Strong vignetting at f/1.8 (~1.5 EV); edge softness at wide aperture
−Longer minimum focus distance (0.85m) limits macro-style close-up capability
−Loose aperture ring that is easily knocked and markings may wear over time

General

Brand
Meike
Release Year
2024
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
Read our notes on general
The Meike 85mm f/1.8 Pro is a well-balanced lens priced at $340, featuring excellent sharpness, good AF performance, appealing bokeh, lightweight design and good build quality. For portrait, video, and subject isolation work, the lens delivers performance that belies its price tag, with weaknesses in versatility and build being easy to forgive when core performance is so strong. For budget-conscious photographers, the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro is a viable option.

Physical

Lens Weight
395 g
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
62 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
85 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.8
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.
85 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
Yes