Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE (Sony E Mount) vs Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount)
Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE (Sony E Mount) vs Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount)
When comparing Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount) and Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE (Sony E Mount), which one is better?
1. Lens Mount Comparison
These two lenses use the same lens mount, the Sony E. This means that both lenses are compatible with cameras that use this mount.
Winner: Tied
Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.
2. Largest Aperture Comparison
The Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) has the largest aperture of the two lenses at 2 compared to the 2.8 aperture of Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount). This means that you get more light to your sensor using Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) wide open, and therefore it might be a better lens in dark situations.
Winner: Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount)
Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.
3. Anamorphic Comparison
Neither Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) or Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) are anamorphic lenses.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding anamorphic: Anamorphic lenses are usually used on cinema cameras and squeezes the image when its recorded, which gives the final, stretched out, image oval bokeh and a different angle of view. The most common lenses, however, are not anamorphic but spherical, which gives a spherical bokeh and is a much cheaper lens design.
4. Lens Type Comparison
Both lenses are Prime lenses, which means that you can choose both Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) or Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) if you're looking for that type of lens.
Winner: Tied
Regarding type: There are two types of lenses; zoom lenses and prime lenses. Prime lenses have a fixed focal length and cannot be zoomed, while zoom lenses have a focal length range and can be zoomed in to get closer to the subject. Prime lenses are usually lighter, cheaper and let in more light. Zoom lenses are more versatile but are more expensive since they require a more advanced lens design.
5. Stabilization Comparison
Neither Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) or Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) feature built-in image stabilization.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding image stabilization: When a lens features built-in stabilization, it will actively help you hold the image steady by adjusting the optical elements inside the lens to compensate for movements. Do remember that lens stabilization is not required, but it may be suitable depending on your specific needs.
6. Autofocus Comparison
Both lenses have autofocus, which means that they're both great at focusing targets while taking photographs or filming video. Just remember, most cameras do not offer good autofocus while filming video.
Winner: Tied — both have this feature
Regarding autofocus: Lenses with autofocus help you focus when shooting pictures or video. If a lens only has manual focus it means that you have to focus manually by adjusting the focus wheel on the lens. Most cinema lenses do not use autofocus and are manual focus only.
7. Macro Comparison
Neither Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) or Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) are macro lenses.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding macro: Macro lenses can focus much closer to your subjects and might be suitable when photographing flowers, insects, wildlife and nature.
8. Weather Seal Comparison
Neither Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) or Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) feature a weather sealed design. If you need a weather sealed lens, you might want to look further.
Winner: Tied — Neither have this feature
Regarding weather seal: A lens that is weather sealed will perform better over time if you're using the lens in harsh conditions where it's wet or dusty. It may not matter if you're merely using your lens in a studio or in your home.
9. Full Frame Comparison
Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) covers a full frame sensor while Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) does not. If you have a full frame camera then Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) is the only choice for you in this comparison.
Winner: Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE (Sony E Mount)
Regarding full frame coverage: All lenses do not cover full frame sensors, but not all cameras are full frame cameras either. If a lens covers a full frame sensor it can be used on all cameras with a matching lens mount, both full frame and crop sensors, except for medium format cameras.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE (Sony E Mount) and Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye (Sony E Mount):
| Samyang 12mm F2.8 ED AS NCS FISH-EYE - (Sony E Mount) | Meike 6.5mm F2.0 APS-C Fisheye - (Sony E Mount) | |
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| Brand | Samyang | Meike |
| Weight | Missing | 300 g |
| Lens Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Focal Length | 12 mm | 6.5 mm |
| Largest Aperture | 2.8 | 2 |
| Anamorphic | No | No |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 20 cm | Missing |
| Type | Prime | Prime |
| Aperture Range | 2.8 - 22 | Missing |
| Lens Groups | 8 | Missing |
| Lens Elements | 12 | Missing |
| Image Stabilization | No | No |
| Autofocus | Evet | Evet |
| Macro | No | No |
| Weather Seal | No | No |
| Full Frame Coverage | Yes | No |
| Lens Hood Included | No | Missing |