When comparing Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount) and Tokina Vista 18mm T1.5 E, which one is better?
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) which weighs 300 g, compared to the loser Tokina Vista 18mm T1.5 E which weighs 2850 g.
Winner: Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount)
Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.
Full specifications table of Tokina Vista 18mm T1.5 E and Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount):
Tokina Vista 18mm T1.5 E | Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) | |
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Brand | Tokina | Meike |
Weight | 2850 g | 300 g |
Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Focal Length | 18 mm | 6.5 mm |
Largest Aperture | 1.5 | 2 |
Anamorphic Lens | No | No |
Minimum Focusing Distance | 45 cm | Missing |
Type | Prime | Prime |
Lens Front Diameter (Not Filter Thread) | 114 mm | Missing |
Stabilization | No | No |
Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | Yes | No |