Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro vs TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8
Both are Nikon Z 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 | Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro | TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 85mm | 56mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.8 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 (56mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro (85mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Check the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro price on Amazon →
Check the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 price on Amazon →
FAQ
What's the difference between the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro and the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8?
The Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro is 85mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 is 56mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Do the Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro and TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C). Note the TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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