Meike
Meike 35mm F1.7 Sony E-Mount Manual Focus Lens
F/1.7
Affordable all-metal 35mm manual focus lens with a fast F1.7 aperture for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras.
$89.99*
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Overview
Key Features
Meike MK-35mm F/1.7 is a fixed manual lens with a wide F/1.7 maximum aperture plus.The frosted metal construction makes it resistant to dust, and steam while the 6 multi-coated elements in 5 groups help prevent flare
It features reminiscent industrial design with comfortable using experience with a metal construction, compositing of a highly polished metal mount body and a knurled metal focusing ring
There is a depth of field scale provided and distances are marked in both feet and meters. The front element does not rotate, so use of polarizing and graduated filters is much easier.A push on plastic lens cap is provided and this shows no signs of being likely to fall off in use
The Meike 35mm f/1.7 lens is a well made and attractive optic lens with nice color, lovely bokeh and controlled chromatic aberration
It is highly recommend for manual purists, who will be rewarded with excellent central sharpness in your portraiture and other kinds of photography
Specifications
Brand
Meike
Model
35mm F1.7
Lens Mount
Sony E Mount
Focal Length
35mm
Aperture Range
F1.7 – F22
Lens Construction
6 elements in 5 groups
Diaphragm Blades
8
Filter Diameter
49mm
Magnification
0.113X
Lens Diameter
60.5mm
Length
41mm
Weight
176g
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Large F1.7 aperture delivers strong low-light performance and shallow depth of field
- All-metal construction feels solid and durable despite the low price point
- Extremely compact and lightweight at just 176g and 41mm in length
- Eight diaphragm blades produce smooth, rounded bokeh
- Knurled focusing ring offers precise, tactile manual focus control
👎 Cons
- Manual focus only with no autofocus motor, which can be challenging for moving subjects
- No electronic communication means no EXIF data for aperture or focus distance
- Image sharpness may soften noticeably in the corners at wide-open apertures
- No image stabilization, so you rely entirely on in-body stabilization or steady hands
- Lacks a lens hood in the box, requiring a separate purchase for flare control
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this lens compatible with all Sony E-mount cameras?
Yes, the Meike 35mm F1.7 fits all Sony E-mount cameras, including both APS-C and full-frame bodies. On APS-C sensors, it provides a 52.5mm equivalent field of view.
Does this lens support autofocus?
No, this is a fully manual focus lens. You adjust focus using the knurled metal focusing ring. Many Sony cameras offer focus peaking and magnification to assist with manual focusing.
Can this lens produce smooth background blur?
Yes, the F1.7 maximum aperture combined with an 8-blade diaphragm produces pleasing, rounded bokeh in out-of-focus areas, making it well-suited for portraits and close-up subjects.
Does the lens communicate electronically with the camera body?
No, the Meike 35mm F1.7 is a fully manual lens without electronic contacts, so aperture and focus data will not appear in EXIF information.
What filter size does this lens use?
The Meike 35mm F1.7 accepts 49mm threaded filters.
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