Meike 35 mm f/0.95 § 03 Head to head
Meike 35 mm f/0.95 vs Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II
Meike 35mm f/0.95 is 80 g lighter. Mitakon 35mm f/0.95 focuses 4 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 Mark II is a 35mm f/0.95 prime. On paper the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 comes out ahead, 4 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Meike 35 mm f/0.95 
Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II 01
Key differences
Why is the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 better than the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II?
- 80 g lighter (380 g vs 460 g)
- More aperture blades (13 vs 9)
- Smaller filter thread (52 mm vs 55 mm)
- Newer design (2022 vs 2016)
Why is the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II better than the Meike 35 mm f/0.95?
- Focuses 4 cm closer (0.35 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 80 g lighter to carry.
- travel For travel, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 80 g lighter to carry.
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Specification
| Specification | Meike 35 mm f/0.95 | Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| 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 ◆ | 460 g (16.23 oz) |
| Dimensions | — | 63 x 60 mm |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.39 m | 0.35 m (13.78 inches) ◆ |
| Image stabilization | No | — |
| Aperture ring | No | Yes |
| Aperture blades | 13 ◆ | 9 |
| Optical construction | 10 elements / 7 groups | 11 elements / 8 groups |
| Filter size | 52 mm ◆ | 55 mm |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon RF, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon EF-M |
| Released | 2022 | 2016 |
| Price | $208 list price | — |
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Sample frames
Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II
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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 Mark II?
- The Meike 35 mm f/0.95 weighs 380 g, 80 g less than the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II (460 g).
- Which focuses closer, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II?
- The Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II focuses down to 0.35 m, against 0.39 m for the Meike 35 mm f/0.95.
- Is the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II better for street photography?
- For street photography, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 80 g lighter to carry.
- Is the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 or the Mitakon Speedmaster 35 mm f/0.95 Mark II better for travel?
- For travel, the Meike 35 mm f/0.95 has the edge: it is 80 g lighter to carry.
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