7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II § 03 Head to head
7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II vs Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF
7Artisans 55mm f/1.4 focuses 19 cm closer. Meike 55mm f/1.4 is 72 g lighter.
The 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II is a 55mm f/1.4 prime, and the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF is a 55mm f/1.4 prime. On paper the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF comes out ahead, 2 advantages to 1, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II 
Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF 01
Key differences
Why is the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II better than the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF?
- Focuses 19 cm closer (0.42 m vs 0.61 m)
Why is the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF better than the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II?
- 72 g lighter (286 g vs 358 g)
- Newer design (2024 vs 2021)
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Which should you buy?
- portrait For portrait photography, the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF has the edge: it is 72 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II | Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 55mm | 55mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 358 g (12.63 oz) | 286 g (10.09 oz) ◆ |
| Dimensions | 60 x 65 mm | 66.5 x 66.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.42 m (16.54 inches) ◆ | 0.61 m (23.98 inches) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 9 | 9 |
| Optical construction | 6 elements / 5 groups | 11 elements / 8 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm | 52 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M | Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Price | — | $199.99 list price |
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Size
- A · 7Artisans
- B · Meike
- 65 × 60 mm
- 66.5 × 66.5 mm
The Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF is 1 mm longer and 72 g lighter than the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II.
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Sample frames
7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II or the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF?
- The Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF weighs 286 g, 72 g less than the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II (358 g).
- Which focuses closer, the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II or the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF?
- The 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II focuses down to 0.42 m, against 0.61 m for the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF.
- Do the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II and the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the 7Artisans 55 mm f/1.4 II or the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF better for portrait photography?
- For portrait photography, the Meike 55 mm f/1.4 AF has the edge: it is 72 g lighter to carry.
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