Meike
The Meike Mitakon Speedmaster 35mm f/0.95 Mark II is a manual‑focus, ultra‑fast APS‑C prime lens offering extreme low‑light performance and creamy bokeh. It features an all‑metal build, a de‑clicked aperture ring for video, and improved optics that are 30% sharper than its predecessor, though it remains heavy and soft at the corners.
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$299.95
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$397.20
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$249.99
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$399.00
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers consider the Mitakon 35mm f/0.95 Mark II a standout art lens, praising its unrivaled center sharpness, ultra‑fast aperture, and improved optics that deliver 30% more resolution than the Mark I. However, they consistently note soft corners, significant weight, manual‑focus only operation, and flare sensitivity, positioning it as a specialist tool rather than a general‑purpose prime.
What Users Say
Everyday users love the lens for its dramatic shallow depth of field, creamy bokeh, and solid build, often using it for portrait and low‑light creativity. Recurring frustrations include the heavy front‑end, noisy de‑clicked aperture ring, manual focus limitation, and soft edges that make it less suitable for landscape or fast‑action work.
Common Complaints
Heavy weight, soft corners, manual‑focus only, de‑clicked aperture ring noise, flare sensitivity, and busy bokeh at longer distances are the most frequently reported issues.
What People Are Saying
“truly great sharpness in the center and nice smooth bokeh”
“incredible center sharpness even at f/0.95”
“fun f/0.95 depth of field mimicking full-frame”
“heavy lump of glass”
How It Compares
vs. Fujinon XF 35mm f/1.4
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Disadvantages
Choose Mitakon for extreme low‑light bokeh; choose Fujinon for overall sharpness and autofocus convenience.
vs. Fujinon XF 35mm f/2
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Mitakon is the choice for artistic, ultra‑fast aperture needs; Fujinon f/2 suits everyday street and travel shooting.
vs. Sony 35mm f/1.8 OSS
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Select Mitakon for creative portrait work with ultra‑shallow depth; select Sony for stabilized, quick‑focus shooting in varied conditions.
