Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) vs Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II
Both are Sony E mount primes for everyday and standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) | Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 33mm | 50mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.4 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | full-frame |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) (33mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II (50mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C)See price on Amazon
Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE IISee price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) and the Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II?
The Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) is 33mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C; the Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II is 50mm f/1.4 prime, full-frame. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) and Samyang AF 50mm f/1.4 FE II 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). Note the Meike AF 33mm f/1.4 (APS-C) is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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