Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO vs Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO | Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 75mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO (75mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PROSee price on Amazon
Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO and the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM?
The Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO is 75mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C; the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM is 85mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO or the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM?
The Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Viltrox AF 75mm f/1.2 PRO and Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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