TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E vs Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C)
Both are Sony E mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E | Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 56mm | 55mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C) opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C) (55mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E (56mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 ESee price on Amazon
Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C)See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E and the Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C)?
The TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E is 56mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; the Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C) is 55mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E or the Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C)?
The Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C) — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 E and Meike AF 55mm f/1.4 (APS-C) fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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