Meike 35 mm f/0.95 § 03 Head to head
Meike 35 mm f/0.95 vs Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95
Meike 35mm f/0.95 is 300 g lighter. Mitakon 35mm f/0.95 focuses 9 cm closer.
Both lenses are made for the Micro Four Thirds mount: the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 is a 35mm f/0.95 prime, and the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 is a 35mm f/0.95 prime. On paper the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Meike 35 mm f/0.95 
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Key differences
Why is the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 better than the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95?
- 300 g lighter (380 g vs 680 g)
- More aperture blades (13 vs 10)
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 58 mm)
Why is the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 better than the Meike 35 mm f/0.95?
- Focuses 9 cm closer (0.3 m vs 0.39 m)
- Has a physical aperture ring
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Which should you buy?
- street For street photography, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 300 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 300 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Meike 35 mm f/0.95 | Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 35mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/0.95 | f/0.95 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 380 g ◆ | 680 g (23.99 oz) |
| Dimensions | — | 82 x 64 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.39 m | 0.30 m (11.81 inches) ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 13 ◆ | 10 |
| Optical construction | 10 elements / 7 groups | 10 elements / 7 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm ◆ | 58 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2022 | — |
| Price | $208 list price | — |
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Sample frames
Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95
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Video reviews
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Questions
- Which is lighter, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95?
- The Meike 35 mm f/0.95 weighs 380 g, 300 g less than the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 (680 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95?
- The Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 focuses down to 0.3 m, against 0.39 m for the Meike 35 mm f/0.95.
- Do the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 and the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 have image stabilization?
- No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
- Is the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 300 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 better for travel?
- For travel, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 300 g lighter to carry.
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