Meike 56 mm f/1.7 AF Air
Meike Apr 2026
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Meike 56 mm f/1.7 AF Air

This is a full-frame prime lens for Sony E, covering 56 mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.7. It weighs 190 g, and was released in 2026. That combination suits portrait and low-light photography.

It is a short telephoto prime lens designed for Sony E-mount cameras. This standard telephoto prime lens features an f/1.7 maximum aperture, making it ideal for portrait, street, low-light photography. The optical design incorporates 11 elements / 7 groups, ensuring sharp image quality and minimal distortion. Despite its robust professional construction, the lens delivers exceptional optical performance.

f/1.7
Aperture
56mm
Focal
190 g
Weight
Apr 2026
Released
list price
$159
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Good for portraitlow-light
Street
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Specification

Manufacturer data
Focal length
56 mm
Maximum aperture
f/1.7
Minimum aperture
f/16
Number of diaphragm blades
9
Optical construction
11 elements / 7 groups
Minimum focusing distance
0.55 m
Filter size
52 mm
Lens mount
Sony E
Dimensions
59.2 x 66.5 mm
Weight
190 g
Lens type
Prime lens
Image stabilization
No
Max Format size
Full frame
Aperture ring
No
Usage
Portrait, Street, Low-light

Wide open at 2 m, background blur ≈ 2.6% of the frame width

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