7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) vs Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for portrait and budget — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) | Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 55mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro (55mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C)See price on Amazon
Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 ProSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) and the Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro?
The 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) is 50mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; the Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro is 55mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Do the 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) and Meike AF 55mm f/1.8 Pro 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). Note the 7Artisans AF 50mm f/1.8 (APS-C) is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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