Sony E 11mm f/1.8 vs Meike 25mm f/0.95
Sony E 11mm f/1.8 APS-C
Sony
82 Overall Score
vs
Meike 25mm f/0.95 APS-C
Meike
40 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Sony E 11mm f/1.8 APS-C
88 out of 100 high confidence 52 reviews
The Sony E 11mm F1.8 lens is overwhelmingly praised for its sharpness, ultra-wide angle, and excellent low-light performance, making it a favorite for vlogging, landscapes, and night sky photography. Users highlight its compact, lightweight design and fast, quiet autofocus, though a few mention the lack of image stabilization and one open-box purchase arrived missing parts. Overall, it is considered a top-tier prime lens for APS-C shooters, with minor concerns about build accessories and price.
Pros
- Ultra-wide angle
- Sharp images
- Excellent low-light performance
- Compact and lightweight
- Fast and quiet autofocus
Cons
- No image stabilization
- Missing accessories in open-box
- Plastic build feels light
- Price considered high by some
Image quality 12
Low light performance 8
Build quality 6
Value for money 5
Autofocus 4
Vlogging suitability 10
Meike 25mm f/0.95 APS-C
No customer feedback yet
Scores
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Specifications
| Sony E 11mm f/1.8 | Meike 25mm f/0.95 | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 11 mm | 25 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 11 mm | 25 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 9 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | — |
| ED Elements | 3★ | — |
| Coating | Multi-coating | Multi-layered |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/0.95 |
| Min Aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 13★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Fujifilm X |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.18 kg★ | 0.60 kg |
| Filter Thread | 55 mm | 62 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Dual Linear AF Motors | manual focus only |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 120 mm★ | 250 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sony E 11mm f/1.8 APS-C
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong portability (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average reach (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Meike 25mm f/0.95 APS-C
- Strong aperture (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong affordability (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (76th percentile)
- Below average social proof (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average af (21st percentile)
- Below average macro (21st percentile)
- Below average video (29th percentile)
Pricing
Sony E 11mm f/1.8 APS-C0.194score per dollar
vs
Meike 25mm f/0.95 APS-C0.331score per dollar
Meike 25mm f/0.95 APS-C offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Sony E 11mm f/1.8
Scores 82 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 7 of 21 specs.
