Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE vs Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and astrophotography — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE | Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 15mm | 24mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX opens wider (f/1.4) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE (15mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX (24mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FESee price on Amazon
Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIXSee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE and the Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX?
The Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE is 15mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX is 24mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE or the Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX?
The Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX — its f/1.4 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Laowa 15mm f/2 Zero-D FE and Meike AF 24mm f/1.4 MIX fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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