Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro 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 | Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro | Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 60mm | 85mm |
| Max aperture | f/2.4 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM opens wider (f/1.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro (60mm) 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
- the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R MacroSee price on Amazon
Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STMSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro and the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM?
The Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro is 60mm f/2.4 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 Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro or the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM?
The Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro STM — its f/1.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2.4 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 60mm f/2.4 R Macro 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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