Meike 85mm 1.5x Macro Lens Review + Sample Photos
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- čas přidán 25. 08. 2024
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That is a good lens. I'm using it with Raynox 250.
No e review, this seems to be a perfect fit for my pocket! Thank you !
NICE*
It is in my opinion for use with sony e mount aps c cameras it's an excellent lense. Not an equivalent to the sony 90mm F2.8 macro. But, a very high quality lense for a 1/4 the cost of the sony.
Excellent post sir. I will purchase this lens for my D3200 because of your review.
Perhaps the macro focusing ring is acting like a variable extension tube, or bellows.
Yes it most certainly is. But all other macro lenses either let the lens extend in all situations, or keep internal focusing. A combination is very uncommon. But it works :)
Micael Widell all that AND the aperature ring. We had better watch where we put our fingers! Sounds interesting, though. Thanx for the video!
Other than softness, Purple Fringing is my absolute pet peeve. I cant stand that tint it puts on the highlights and overall color cast.
Awesome! Thanks for the review.
Just found your channel, love your videos so far! Wanting to get into macro finally and this looks to be a good budget option like you mentioned. Even better that they make a native version for my Z6! Thanks for the awesome review.
Amazing photos as usual!
Thank you 🙏
Thank you
Great video Micael. Do you think this Meike lens is better value than the Oshiro 60mm f2.8 2:1 macro lens (if it is still available) for people wanting to spend less than $250? I think this is a copy of the Laowa 60mm f2.8 2:1 macro lens. The Oshiro lens was much cheaper than the Laowa lens about 2 years ago but it may not be available any more, at least not in the UK. Personally, I will probably wait for the Laowa 50mm 2:1 macro lens for micro 4/3 cameras that I gather may be released later this year.
Sorry I cannot say as I have never used or even seen pictures of the Oshiro. As I understand it it was an illegal pirate copy of the Laowa 60mm built from cheaper parts.
@@MicaelWidell Thanks for your reply. About two years ago I read some speculation that Laowa had rebranded a modified version of their lens as Oshiro for a different market but Laowa denied that. If it was an illegal pirate copy it has probably been withdrawn.
Intressant objektiv som också fokuserar till infinity :)
Ha en trevlig vecka!
One more question--between this lens and the 7artisans 60mm F2.8 II V2.0 APS-C Format Macro, which one do you think is better for macro insect photography? I'm wondering if the 1.5x mag on this makes this lens better than the 7artisans and I would love your expert opinion to make my decision!
Fine, fine...
So I was the onliest, who likes picture one?
Like your work, thx... 😊
How do you take photos of flies without them flying away? Every time I move my camera lens near a fly it flies away!
What do you call that flash deflector, and how much is it ,?
Hello, i am a newbie in toy photography. Will this kind of macro lens okay? Like for 1/12 scale. Thank you
Sure it will be great :)
@@MicaelWidell thank you. Watched also your 7artisans 60mm mk2 review. will it do well for 1/12 figures. Considering the price. Thanks again.
Nice review! Looks like quite the good lens for the money. Although I think I rather save up for the Laowa instead, I currently already own an old 1:1 lens so I want to get even more magnification when upgrading.
What is your experience regarding the time of the day when shooting insects? I feel like it's a bit easier in the evening, because the insects are generally less active then. Curious if you noticed any difference :)
Yes the insects are calmer in the morning and evening so it is easier to photograph them. But you will find more insects in the middle of the day. I would say the best time here in sweden is late afternoon.
I find early mornings as most like a bit of sunshine before setting off, and also immediately after showers. On a bright sunny day if you notice a fly on a leaf in full sun, chances are another will replace it if you scare it getting in position. If we could look at it with a UV camera we could probably see why. The Laowa I own due to Michaels video and I can recommend it without any qualms. Best time for me is after a cup of tea.
Hi, can I use this lens with an adapter on my mirrorless Canon full frame camera?
Yes should work fine if you find a the right adapter
@@MicaelWidell ok thanks.
What do you think about the Tokina 100mm and Tamron 90mm macro lenses?
They're both value for money options for those on a budget (both are 1:1 though).
They are good options if you want autofocus. Still a bit more expensive than the Meike I think. And 1.5x is very helpful when you are shooting insects - not so much fun to shoot insects in 1x.
@@MicaelWidell Agreed. The additional magnification is probably the main reason I'd prefer the Meike as well, apart from the price. Unfortunately, it's not easy to get one of those here in India. Tokina/Tamron are the only alternatives that we can get around that price range. :(
@@viraj.shinde Can't you order from eBay? When I buy chinese lenses I find it easiest to purchase it from abroad. For example this Meike lens is not for sale in Sweden either.
@@MicaelWidell Oh really? I've not tried purchasing Chinese lenses/gear off eBay but in this case I'd definitely give it a try sometime. Thanks for the info. 😁
@@MicaelWidell i wouldn't get the tokina for autofocus it is just too primitive and slow i know that because i own it and use it on a crop sensor camera and always just use manual focus instead
IQ is good and colours are great
the magnification is good enough on crop sensors
the only negative on iq is a touch of chromatic aberration which can be easily removed in lightroom with just a click
hope this helps
Sir whats the white thing on your camera and whats its purpose? and where can i buy it?
Softens the flash. It’s a reflector/ diffusion
Which flash do you recommend for my Sony A7rlll camera, thank you
I like the flash that I used in this video: czcams.com/video/3DsBE2LpObA/video.html
Compared to 7artisans 60mm macro, which one you recommend more?
The Meike has 1.5x magnification and works with full frame, so if those are things you care about I recommend it. Also it has a slightly nicer rendering in general if you ask me. But the 7Artisans is cheaper.
@@MicaelWidell thank you!
lol thanks for review. i've been wanting to find a laowa on sale or used but they're pretty in demand. def don't see a reason to buy a meike or yongnuo rather than a venus.
Well one reason would be the lower price, as you state they are never on sale and seldom sold used, so you have to pay at least double for a Laowa.
What about the 7artisans 60mm macro ? If i don’t mind the difference between maximmum magnification 1:1 or 1:1.5 , does the meike deserve the price difference??
According to me, I think the Meike is worth the extra money. I think it renders slightly nicer. But it is a matter of personal preference more than an absolute objective difference. Look at both my reviews and compare the photos.
I saw them both , actually i saw all of ur reviews 😄 , i think both has good quality, the only difference that i can see is the higher magnification, and i think 1:1 is good enough for me , but after all the videos won't present the true quality of the pics , that's why i appreciate more ur opinion
@@gamgoom85 both are good purchases that can take nice sharp photos. But I would buy the Meike if I had the money
Thanks alot for ur help , and thanks for ur great videos, keep up the great work
Do you know the Yongnuo 100mm f/2.8?
Haven't tried it
Can we use this with Aps-c cameras?
Yes absolutely
Which one is better for Fuji XT4, LAOWA 65mm 2x or Meike 85mm 1,5x? thanks
The Laowa 65mm is better, if you can afford it.
@@MicaelWidell Please and is possible to make also videos with Laowa? not only 2x mag. but all around, thanks
Vojtech Hátas check my playlists. I reviewed every Laowa macro lens and also made videos comparing them.
@@MicaelWidell yes i see but my question was if this 65mm is capable also to shoot video work not just macro fotos
Vojtech Hátas yes of course you can shoot video with all Laowa lenses and with the Mitakon
Can this lens fit on canon or nikon camera?
Yes it comes for most cameras.
I bought a used Sigma 105mm f2. 8 for £250 {UK} so better value for me
Hey bro this is sony e-mount
Yes it comes for every mount under the sky, as I say in the beginning of the video.
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