Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB vs Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for portrait and wedding & event — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB | Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 135mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II (85mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB (135mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LABSee price on Amazon
Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX IISee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB and the Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II?
The Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB is 135mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II is 85mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB or the Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II?
The Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II — 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 Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB and Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 MIX II fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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