Meike 50mm f/1.7 Lens
The Meike 50mm f/1.7 is a 50mm f/1.7 lens designed for Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds mount cameras. Used copies start from $69.71 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Meike 50mm f/1.7 Lens
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Lens Overview — Meike 50mm f/1.7
Key Features — Meike 50mm f/1.7
50mm f/1.7 Prime: A standard focal length with a wide maximum aperture for strong light-gathering and shallow depth of field in portrait and everyday shooting.
APS-C Format Coverage: Designed specifically for APS-C mirrorless sensors, delivering full coverage across the image circle for the APS-C format.
Five Mount Options: Available in Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, covering the most widely used APS-C mirrorless ecosystems.
Manual Focus Design: Fully manual focus operation pairs naturally with mirrorless cameras offering focus peaking and magnified live view for precise control.
Lightweight Build: At 310g, the lens stays portable and well-balanced on compact mirrorless bodies without adding excessive weight.
52mm Filter Thread: A common filter diameter that gives access to a wide range of affordable, readily available filters for ND, polarizing, and other effects.
Lens Specifications — Meike 50mm f/1.7
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | APS-C |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.7 |
| Camera System | Mirrorless |
| Lens Mount | Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 52mm |
| Weight | 310g |
Description — Meike 50mm f/1.7
The Meike 50mm f/1.7 is a manual-focus prime lens built for APS-C mirrorless camera systems. Its f/1.7 maximum aperture provides strong performance when light is limited and enables creative control over depth of field. Weighing just 310g, the lens is easy to carry on a daily basis without adding significant load to a mirrorless kit.
The 52mm filter thread makes it straightforward to add polarizers, ND filters, or other common accessories without hunting for unusual sizes. Mount compatibility is a genuine strength — the lens is offered in Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, meaning photographers across the major mirrorless platforms can find a compatible version. The 50mm focal length is a classic choice for standard-perspective shooting, well-suited to portraits, street photography, and everyday use.
Focus is fully manual, with no autofocus capability, and there is no image stabilization on board. This lens is best suited to photographers comfortable with manual focus technique and those shooting on tripods or using cameras with effective in-body stabilization.
Pros — Meike 50mm f/1.7
- ✓Wide maximum aperture of f/1.7 supports shooting in low-light environments
- ✓Available in five mounts (Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds) for broad mirrorless compatibility
- ✓Standard 50mm prime focal length covers versatile everyday shooting scenarios
Cons — Meike 50mm f/1.7
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support for any mount variant
- ✗No image stabilization, leaving handheld stability entirely dependent on the camera body
- ✗APS-C-only format coverage limits use to crop-sensor bodies
Videos — Meike 50mm f/1.7
Meike 50mm f/1.7 lens review with samples (Full-frame & APS-C) — Christopher Frost
Frequently Asked Questions — Meike 50mm f/1.7
Does the Meike 50mm f/1.7 support autofocus?+
No. This lens is manual focus only across all available mount options. There is no autofocus mechanism of any kind.
Which camera mounts is this lens available in?+
The Meike 50mm f/1.7 is available in Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, and Micro Four Thirds mounts, covering a wide range of APS-C and Micro Four Thirds mirrorless systems.
Will this lens work on full-frame mirrorless cameras?+
The lens is designed for APS-C format coverage. While it may physically mount on full-frame bodies in certain mount variants, the image circle is specified for APS-C sensors, so vignetting or coverage issues should be expected on full-frame.
What filter size does the Meike 50mm f/1.7 use?+
The lens accepts 52mm screw-in filters, a common size with wide availability across filter brands and types.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, the Meike 50mm f/1.7 does not include any optical image stabilization. Photographers who need stabilization will need to rely on any in-body stabilization system available in their camera.
How heavy is the Meike 50mm f/1.7?+
The lens weighs 310g, making it a moderately lightweight option that pairs well with compact mirrorless camera bodies.