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Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) § 03 Head to head
Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) vs Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO
Meike 25mm f/0.95 focuses 9 cm closer. Laowa 25mm f/0.95 is 25 g lighter.
The Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) is a 25mm f/0.95 prime, and the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO is a 25mm f/0.95 prime. On paper they trade blows, with 2 advantages each.
Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) 
Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO 01
Key differences
Why is the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) better than the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO?
- Focuses 9 cm closer (0.25 m vs 0.34 m)
- More aperture blades (13 vs 9)
Why is the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO better than the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C)?
- 25 g lighter (575 g vs 600 g)
- Covers a larger sensor format (full-frame vs APS-C)
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO has the edge: it is 25 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO has the edge: it is 25 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) | Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 25mm | 25mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/0.95 | f/0.95 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/11 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | Full frame |
| Weight | 600 g | 575 g ◆ |
| Dimensions | — | 81 x 71.5 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.25 m ◆ | 0.34 m |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 13 ◆ | 9 |
| Optical construction | 11 elements / 9 groups | 14 elements in 9 groups |
| Filter size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Canon EF-M | Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Price | $295 list price | — |
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) or the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO?
- The Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO weighs 575 g, 25 g less than the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) (600 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) or the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO?
- The Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) focuses down to 0.25 m, against 0.34 m for the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO.
- Do the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) and the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) or the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO has the edge: it is 25 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Meike 25 mm f/0.95 (APS-C) or the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO better for travel?
- For travel, the Venus Optics LAOWA Argus 25 mm f/0.95 CF APO has the edge: it is 25 g lighter to carry.
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