Meike AF 24mm F1.4 MIX STM

Focal length: 24 mm
Aperture: f/1.4
Weight: 560 g
Filter diameter: 72 mm
Min. focus distance: 28 cm
Length: 107 mm

Overview

The Meike AF 24mm F1.4 MIX STM is a full-frame wide-angle autofocus prime from Meike's MIX series for Nikon Z, Sony E and Leica L mount. With its 24 mm focal length and bright f/1.4 aperture, it covers landscape, architecture, street work and night scenes. On APS-C bodies the angle of view corresponds to about 36 mm.

Optical design

The lens has 15 elements in 12 groups. According to Meike, the design includes two high-refractive-index elements, three aspherical elements and three low-dispersion elements. The diaphragm has 11 blades and closes down to f/16. The minimum focus distance is 0.28 m. Meike claims resolution suited to very high-resolution sensors and a silky bokeh with rounded out-of-focus highlights at f/1.4.

Autofocus and handling

An STM stepping motor drives autofocus, which Meike describes as having millisecond-level response and as supporting eye and face detection where the camera allows. Meike markets the lens for both stills and video.

Build and size

The lens measures 79 mm in diameter and 107 mm in length. Meike states a weight of about 556 g on Sony E and about 560 g on Nikon Z. The filter thread is 72 mm. Meike describes the construction as drip-proof and dust-resistant.

Where it fits

Rivals in the database include the Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM, the Sigma 24mm F1.4 DG DN Art on Sony E and L mount, the Nikon Nikkor Z 24mm F1.8 S and the Viltrox AF 24mm F1.8. The Meike belongs to the MIX series, which Meike presents as its flagship line, and it offers f/1.4 where the Nikon and Viltrox options stop at f/1.8.

Pros and cons

Pros

Bright f/1.4 aperture at 24 mm
0.28 m minimum focus distance
11 aperture blades
Drip-proof and dust-resistant construction according to Meike
STM autofocus with eye and face detection support

Cons

About 556 to 560 g is not light for a 24 mm lens
No built-in image stabilisation

Verdict

The Meike AF 24mm F1.4 MIX STM is aimed at full-frame users who want a fast wide-angle prime without paying first-party prices. It combines f/1.4, close focusing and a sealed build with STM autofocus, which makes it a candidate for landscape and low-light work on E, Z and L mount.

Technical Specifications

Min. focal length: 24 mm
Max. focal length: 24 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom): f/1.4
Max. aperture (max. zoom): f/1.4
Min. aperture: f/16
Elements: 15
Groups: 12
Weight: 560 g (1.23 lb)
Filter diameter: 72 mm
Min. focus distance: 28 cm (11.02 in)
Length: 107 mm (4.21 in)
Diameter: 79 mm (3.11 in)

Manufacturer data: meikeglobal.com

Simulate depth of field and angle of view

Which cameras does the Meike AF 24mm F1.4 MIX STM fit?

The Meike AF 24mm F1.4 MIX STM is a full-frame lens for Nikon Z cameras. On full-frame bodies it uses the whole sensor; on APS-C Nikon Z cameras its field of view equals 36 mm in full-frame terms.

Nikon Z cameras

Full frame:: Nikon ZR, Nikon Z5II, Nikon Z6III, Nikon Z8, Nikon Zf, Nikon Z9, Nikon Z5, Nikon Z6II, Nikon Z7II, Nikon Z6, Nikon Z7
APS-C:: Nikon Z50II, Nikon Z30, Nikon Z fc, Nikon Z50