I do not like the built quality is too which is too bad and the optical image quality is not very good. I have the ZEISS Batis Sonnar 85mm1.8 which you easily can get used
Even if this isn't your cup of tea, you got to love the overall Sony ecosystem. Lenses that are more than decent at every budget range - even from multiple vendors. Having Sony opening its protocol has been a wise decision as they dominate the lens catalog arena. And good job Mieke! Excellent review NO limits ON !!
Well, there are quite a few options here. Sony 85 1.8, Viltrox 85 1.8, Samyang's both 75 1.8 and 85 1.4, even Yongnuo 85 1.8. It's a great time to use Sony E mount.
I'm laughing at everyone upset about this comparison. Guessing they spent the big bucks. It's always worth a comparison to see the quality from top to bottom. Really let's you know what $200 gets ya vs $1000+ for 95% of people it will be just fine.
You nailed it Bro! If you happen to be a content creator, then 90% of your audience will be viewing your work on a 6 1/4" screen and 98% of these reviewers are focusing on details you can only see via pixel peeking! ✌️
Just bought the meike. I love it. The aberration not much of a problem. Eliminate in post. I'm still playing with custom color settings on a6300 to get to where I like, especially for skin. For the money, this lens well worth it. I also like USB port for updates.
I got my sigma 85mm f1.4 used for abut 600 dollars so I like this over the cheapest to the most expensive. However, it is cool how many great lenses you can get on the cheap now. For instance, my Tamron 24mm (I got used for about 150 dollars), takes super sharp pictures on my Sony a 7riii. And it's amazing how many older quality lenses you can get on the cheap now. For instance, I recently repurchased the Zeiss 35mm f2.8 lens for 250 dollars in great condition. Even was able to get the Zeiss Batis 18mm f2.8 for 600 dollars.
I'm a newbie photographer. Looking for a lens that's easy to carry. Heard TTArtisan's 75mm f2 is smaller than Meike's 85mm f1.8. Any suggestions on which one to choose?
What about Meike's performance on Canon DSLRs, especially on crop censor bodies? Is the AF with Canon's dual pixel cameras as good as with your Sony camera in video mode?
I had some weird banding on low light gig photo shoot, not sure if that’s because of the light in the stage or the optical quality is not able to handle it. Will continue testing it, if i get these weird banding which would ruin photos in my opinion, i will return them.
@@NOlimitsON Looked further into it, it seems to happen with mirrorless cameras as far as i know. Jared Polin has a video talking about it. I tried recreating it, however I havent been able to do it. Perhaps only happens in those low light scenarios.
ua-cam.com/video/NFGurgO4sf0/v-deo.html From this video I learnt that the banding I experienced was basically caused by the uncontrollable glare, LED lights everywhere and the use of silent shutter. I was just in the worst place possible for this lens while using the worst settings.
The banding is caused by the flicker of LED lights and shows up when your shutter speed is faster than the frequency of the flicker. You can avoid this by either lowering your shutter speed (if possible) or by using the mechanical shutter.
Help me with the Meike 85mm EF. I went to update the firmware and shortly after, the lens stopped working on my camera. How do I reset the lens firmware?
Hi No Limits On My Meike has a very large chromatic deviation. Do you know if this has a fix or do I need to modify something in the configuration? Happens on A7C and ZVE10
@@jeffersonalves3202 oh, got you! It's a weak point of this lens, if you have something very contrasty in the shot - stop down the aperture to at least f2.8 or better f4 to reduce chromatic aberrations
I would always go for the Batis, because it is a lense for professionals. The other one is very bad. But if there is no other lense and you got a low budget, then take the meike.
Hi, yes you’ll get a full frame equivalent of 170mm, but you’ll get the same amount of light coming at the sensor, but also you’ll get the amount of blur and background separation as approximately f3.5 full frame lens. Hope you got my thoughts right
On Sony E, Zeiss lenses are rip off HQ. They're some of the worst, and most expensive options at all focal lengths they compete in. But people keep falling for the "that zeiss something" that nobody can define :)
@@kistovisback no, the zeiss 85 is better in almost any regard, Also better than the sony 85mm 1.8. If you are not professional and you just want to get decent headshots, yeah the chinese Meike 85 will do the trick. Its comparable to the old Canon EF 85mm 1,8 with Metabones/Mc11 Adapter.
@@FredMinimal the zeiss is better than the meike, yes. About 150 dollar betters. Holding like some kind of gold standard however is drinking the cool aid
@@FredMinimal The Batis uses an almost identical ipticak formula to the Sony 85 1.8. It was designed by Sony and manufactured by Zeiss and every comparison has shown near identical results with the only notable differences being build and coatings. Nobody is buying the Batis now that the Sony 85 1.8, Sigma 85 1.4 DG DN, and Sony 85 1.4 GM are available. Stop talking shit.
Do people who compare all these cheap lenses from Sigma, Samyang, Tamron, Meike and so on, to top quality glass from Zeiss, Leica or Hasselblad, really not see how much worse the images look or is everyone pretending to be visually impaired?! If you’re on a budget or if you’re just a casual photographer making a living, them sure, go for it, the lenses do the job but otherwise, you’d have to be visually impaired to recommend these dead, flat lenses to an artist or a serious photographer. There’s a reason why everyone at the top of the industry doesn’t care about autofocus speeds, accuracy, sharpness… And why everyone uses either Zeiss, Voigtlander, Hasselblad or Leica lenses - or they shoot with Hasselblad or PhaseOne cameras… The reason being, both of the aforementioned options give artists images that have dimensionality, depth, tonality and tons of micro contrast! I was recently on a photoshoot for Elle magazine and these people couldn’t care less about camera or lens stats and charts, they just use what produces the best images and when I was asking all these questions about their gear, I was just met with a smile and a “Well, we used Hasselblad for a reason, don’t we?” response.
for photos, with fucking instagram these days, its compression and all the editing ppl do to their photos. what the majority of ppl see, wont look that different between any of them .
How do you like the Meike 85mm f1.8 lens? Is it worth it?
#meike #meike85mmf18 #meike85mmf18AF
After watching your video, I made a purchase.
I have a issue with it focusing that's it
I do not like the built quality is too which is too bad and the optical image quality is not very good. I have the ZEISS Batis Sonnar 85mm1.8 which you easily can get used
have you updated to the latest firmware ? @@mrawallace101
Even if this isn't your cup of tea, you got to love the overall Sony ecosystem. Lenses that are more than decent at every budget range - even from multiple vendors. Having Sony opening its protocol has been a wise decision as they dominate the lens catalog arena.
And good job Mieke! Excellent review NO limits ON !!
Thanks! Stay tuned mate)
Well, there are quite a few options here. Sony 85 1.8, Viltrox 85 1.8, Samyang's both 75 1.8 and 85 1.4, even Yongnuo 85 1.8.
It's a great time to use Sony E mount.
I'm laughing at everyone upset about this comparison. Guessing they spent the big bucks. It's always worth a comparison to see the quality from top to bottom. Really let's you know what $200 gets ya vs $1000+ for 95% of people it will be just fine.
You nailed it Bro! If you happen to be a content creator, then 90% of your audience will be viewing your work on a 6 1/4" screen and 98% of these reviewers are focusing on details you can only see via pixel peeking! ✌️
Just bought the meike. I love it. The aberration not much of a problem. Eliminate in post. I'm still playing with custom color settings on a6300 to get to where I like, especially for skin. For the money, this lens well worth it. I also like USB port for updates.
if you're not a professional photographer you already know which one to get, Man what a steal!
Meike has more quirks, but it gets the most important things right: great bokeh. Great value for a 200 bucks lens.
That reduced contrast, light leaks and flares make a good vintage-y autofocus lens for videographers, almost like cine lens
Good point!
The meike is great value for the money and it will be more than good enough for 95% of people
Thanks I just bought but and. I am fairly new
@@marcusevans619how are you feeling about it now
A thousand more dollars for something you can easily fix in photoshop
I saw a couple of $200, $500, and $1200 lenses. Went with the $200, in looking to get a lot of lenses and not spend that much money on one
I feel like it is very worth it as a place holder or a budget option
It's full frame the Meike one? Thanks for your video bro
Yes, it is
I got my sigma 85mm f1.4 used for abut 600 dollars so I like this over the cheapest to the most expensive. However, it is cool how many great lenses you can get on the cheap now. For instance, my Tamron 24mm (I got used for about 150 dollars), takes super sharp pictures on my Sony a 7riii. And it's amazing how many older quality lenses you can get on the cheap now. For instance, I recently repurchased the Zeiss 35mm f2.8 lens for 250 dollars in great condition. Even was able to get the Zeiss Batis 18mm f2.8 for 600 dollars.
Full frame camera, Meike is the reasonable prices with nearly top tier grade for everyone.
Meike 85 mm work for Sony a6700 ???
I'm a newbie photographer. Looking for a lens that's easy to carry. Heard TTArtisan's 75mm f2 is smaller than Meike's 85mm f1.8. Any suggestions on which one to choose?
I’d go for the 75mm f2
Hey! Considering Meike, but TTArtisan’s 75mm f2 is making me think twice. Small size for easy carrying. Anybody tried it yet?
I’d go for the 75mm f2
Meike price is absolutely bonkers. Sony should seriously consider lowering their prices.
What about Meike's performance on Canon DSLRs, especially on crop censor bodies? Is the AF with Canon's dual pixel cameras as good as with your Sony camera in video mode?
I can’t say anything about it on Canon… didn’t use it
Hi, tell me there is a review planned for the Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 STM?
Hi) didn’t think so)
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I had some weird banding on low light gig photo shoot, not sure if that’s because of the light in the stage or the optical quality is not able to handle it. Will continue testing it, if i get these weird banding which would ruin photos in my opinion, i will return them.
I’m not sure that banding might be caused by optics
@@NOlimitsON Looked further into it, it seems to happen with mirrorless cameras as far as i know. Jared Polin has a video talking about it. I tried recreating it, however I havent been able to do it. Perhaps only happens in those low light scenarios.
ua-cam.com/video/NFGurgO4sf0/v-deo.html
From this video I learnt that the banding I experienced was basically caused by the uncontrollable glare, LED lights everywhere and the use of silent shutter. I was just in the worst place possible for this lens while using the worst settings.
The banding is caused by the flicker of LED lights and shows up when your shutter speed is faster than the frequency of the flicker. You can avoid this by either lowering your shutter speed (if possible) or by using the mechanical shutter.
Thanks for nice review of both lens 😍
Thanks) stay tuned)
Help me with the Meike 85mm EF. I went to update the firmware and shortly after, the lens stopped working on my camera. How do I reset the lens firmware?
You’d better write a letter to Meike support decision… I didn’t have such issues
is your issue fixed ?
@@GetsetTrends yes, but I can't update the lens!
Your Daughter is awesome what a personality. :)
Thank you)) that’s so nice to hear!
This video is Super helping thank you
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Hi No Limits On
My Meike has a very large chromatic deviation. Do you know if this has a fix or do I need to modify something in the configuration?
Happens on A7C and ZVE10
Hey) what do you mean by chromatic deviation?
@@NOlimitsON Chromatic aberration. Purple borders, for example.
I'm using translator and maybe you don't understand correctly.
@@jeffersonalves3202 oh, got you! It's a weak point of this lens, if you have something very contrasty in the shot - stop down the aperture to at least f2.8 or better f4 to reduce chromatic aberrations
I would always go for the Batis, because it is a lense for professionals. The other one is very bad. But if there is no other lense and you got a low budget, then take the meike.
If i put the lens at mft i will have 170mm (equivalent at full frame) and aperture more wide open(bright) at 1.8f?
Hi, yes you’ll get a full frame equivalent of 170mm, but you’ll get the same amount of light coming at the sensor, but also you’ll get the amount of blur and background separation as approximately f3.5 full frame lens. Hope you got my thoughts right
5:00 do you guys see the faces in the trees reflection on the windows 😮
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Get the samyang 75 1.8 instead
I agree too.
@@michaellim4165 its a little more cash tho yah? i think where i am the Meike can be half the price
2:50 sounds like R2D2
Another no brainer from meike, great review thank you!
Thank you) Stay tuned!
Meike is not the best but it's really good one.
Thanks for this
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Great video
Thanks mate)
For people who complain about modern lenses made of plastic....don't look now, but so is your car, and if you crash, it's going to break
Nice comparison...
Thanks! Stay Tuned!
Why are we comparing it to the Batis? A more suitable comparison in terms of build quality would be the Sony 85 1.8.
Because I own the Batis and I’m interested if a 1000$ difference is truly visible
On Sony E, Zeiss lenses are rip off HQ. They're some of the worst, and most expensive options at all focal lengths they compete in. But people keep falling for the "that zeiss something" that nobody can define :)
@@kistovisback no, the zeiss 85 is better in almost any regard, Also better than the sony 85mm 1.8. If you are not professional and you just want to get decent headshots, yeah the chinese Meike 85 will do the trick. Its comparable to the old Canon EF 85mm 1,8 with Metabones/Mc11 Adapter.
@@FredMinimal the zeiss is better than the meike, yes. About 150 dollar betters. Holding like some kind of gold standard however is drinking the cool aid
@@FredMinimal The Batis uses an almost identical ipticak formula to the Sony 85 1.8. It was designed by Sony and manufactured by Zeiss and every comparison has shown near identical results with the only notable differences being build and coatings.
Nobody is buying the Batis now that the Sony 85 1.8, Sigma 85 1.4 DG DN, and Sony 85 1.4 GM are available. Stop talking shit.
Does it work on canon r?
As far as I know - no
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Not worth a single penny for Meike...Batis is fabulous
Technicals don't matter to me, vidually the girl looks much better with Zeiss.
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Do people who compare all these cheap lenses from Sigma, Samyang, Tamron, Meike and so on, to top quality glass from Zeiss, Leica or Hasselblad, really not see how much worse the images look or is everyone pretending to be visually impaired?!
If you’re on a budget or if you’re just a casual photographer making a living, them sure, go for it, the lenses do the job but otherwise, you’d have to be visually impaired to recommend these dead, flat lenses to an artist or a serious photographer.
There’s a reason why everyone at the top of the industry doesn’t care about autofocus speeds, accuracy, sharpness… And why everyone uses either Zeiss, Voigtlander, Hasselblad or Leica lenses - or they shoot with Hasselblad or PhaseOne cameras… The reason being, both of the aforementioned options give artists images that have dimensionality, depth, tonality and tons of micro contrast!
I was recently on a photoshoot for Elle magazine and these people couldn’t care less about camera or lens stats and charts, they just use what produces the best images and when I was asking all these questions about their gear, I was just met with a smile and a “Well, we used Hasselblad for a reason, don’t we?” response.
You’re right mate, but it all comes down to budget in this case
for photos, with fucking instagram these days, its compression and all the editing ppl do to their photos. what the majority of ppl see, wont look that different between any of them .
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zeiss worth the price, it’s the best 85 f1.8 in the market, extraordinary color and sharpness, best lens i’ve ever bought.
The YONGNUO 85F1.8S 85 seems to be much better based on dxomark scores.