Meike’s first autofocus lens for Fujifilm GFX cameras is proving so popular that more could be coming GFX photographers asked for more autofocus lenses – and Meike may be listening Digital Camera World · Jul 29
Watch out Nikon, Sony and Sigma! Meike's latest portrait prime is a pro-level bargain The value for money is superb Digital Camera World · Jul 24
Meike 85mm f/1.4 Mix II review: wait ages for an updated, upgraded Meike 85mm prime and then two come along almost at once. This one’s the best The Meike 85mm f/1.4 Mix II is a revamped fast, full-frame lens for Nikon, Sony and L-mount mirrorless cameras. It’s a highly desirable portrait prime and more besides Digital Camera World · Jul 22
A new multi-mount 85mm f/1.2 lens is coming from Meike – but one key detail has yet to be decided A development teaser seems to hint that the Meike AF 85mm f/1.2 may have a plastic or metal build Digital Camera World · Jul 9
Protection or profit? The hidden truth behind Nikon’s dispute with Viltrox It’s easy to assume that Nikon’s legal dispute with Viltrox is all about short-term financial gain. But by protecting its patent today, the Big N could be shoring up its lens ecosystem for tomorrow Digital Camera World · Jun 6
Meike targets budget creators with this US$159 Air lens – the first of a new ultra-compact and cheap lineup Meike continues its push into mainstream creator territory with the 56mm f/1.7 AF Air for Sony, Fujifilm and Nikon APS-C cameras Digital Camera World · May 17
These unusual lens rumors hint at what Canon RF shooters are craving: More third-party, full-frame autofocus lenses A new brand selling RF mount optics in Vietnam looks suspiciously similar to another major third-party brand Digital Camera World · Apr 16
Sirui and Meike pull lenses from online shelves amid high-profile Nikon legal battle (report) While Nikon takes Viltrox to court, other cheap lens manufacturers have pulled their wares, raising the question: is there a link? Digital Camera World · Mar 4
GoldenEye! The sequel to this breakthrough "golden portrait" lens for Nikon, Sony and L-Mount cameras has leaked Leaked images of the "golden portrait" Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 II Mix have surfaced, proving the rumors of the groundbreaking lens true Digital Camera World · Feb 20
Viltrox's Air prime lenses are now available in silver…but only for Fujifilm X-mount Viltrox has released the 35mm and 56mm f/1.7 Air APS-C prime lenses for Fujifilm X-mount in an eye-catching silver color Digital Camera World · Feb 11
Nikon's F-mount refuses to die, but it's not because DSLRs are making a comeback Nikon could be breathing new life into F-mount lenses without even realizing Digital Camera World · Feb 11
New images of Meike Air lenses leaked – but are these just knock-offs of Viltrox’s namesake series? New images of the upcoming Meike Air lens series are circulating, but what separates them from Viltrox’s own Air range? Digital Camera World · Feb 10
Meike 35mm f/1.8 Pro AF review: What price a ‘pro’ lens? This one’s easy on the wallet The full-frame compatible Meike 35mm f/1.8 Pro AF comes in Nikon Z and Sony E mount options, with fancy features, strong build quality, and a budget price tag Digital Camera World · Feb 2
The new Meike 23mm f/1.4 weighs about as much as a can of soup and costs less than US$300 The new Meike 23mm f/1.4 STM Neo is designed for bright apertures and 6K resolution on a budget Digital Camera World · Jan 7
Digital Camera World · Dec 31, 2025 12 lenses of Christmas: July 2025 was prime time from Canon and Nikon, while Tamron was zooming ahead It was full steam ahead for mirrorless lenses, including the reworking of a Zeiss favorite in a flurry of primes, but just the one zoom, even if it was a wide one
Digital Camera World · Dec 22, 2025 Canon and Nikon DSLRs just got a new lens! Been waiting for a new DSLR lens? You're in luck! Canon EF and Nikon F shooters' patience has been rewarded with a fast new prime
Digital Camera World · Nov 13, 2025 Here's proof a fast portrait prime with autofocus doesn't need to cost a fortune Meike's latest 85mm f/1.8 full-frame lens looks like a real bargain
Digital Camera World · Oct 6, 2025 Meike MK Extension Tube Set review: a dynamic duo of extension tubes, available in various mirrorless mount options The Meike MK Extension Tube Set comprises two extension tubes complete with electronic coupling, in Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E and L-mount options
Digital Camera World · Jul 24, 2025 Full-frame 35mm f/1.8 prime added to Meike’s flagship Pro Series of lenses for Nikon, Sony and L-Mount Looking for a fast, full-frame standard prime that won’t break the bank? The Meike 35mm f/1.8 Pro could be the solution
Digital Camera World · May 15, 2025 A key photography show is happening tomorrow – and I’m predicting some new lens launches Three lens companies have already confirmed new gear is coming at the China P&E Show this week
Digital Camera World · Nov 15, 2024 The Meike 85mm f/1.8 Pro is perfect for portraits when pennies are tight Costing a fraction of Leica, Panasonic, Nikon and Sony own-brand 85mm primes, the Meike 85mm f/1.8 Pro still offers full autofocus and top-notch optics
Digital Camera World · Oct 21, 2024 Has Canon opened its RF mount to another autofocus lens maker? We have all seen bonus scenes at the end of movies but having one on a lens trailer is a new one for me, yet it teases a new third-party Canon RF lens!
Digital Camera World · Sep 30, 2024 Meike has a new super-cheap fast prime, and it's even got autofocus This looks like a bargain 35mm lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and L-mount shooters
Digital Camera World · Dec 26, 2023 Canon in 2023: lenses the world has never seen before, and some creative cameras too What a year it’s been for Canon fans! Join us on a trip through 2023 as we relive the launches, the lenses, the rumors and the rebuttals…
Digital Camera World · Apr 20, 2023 Will the first "approved" third-party autofocus lens for RF-mount make it past Canon's lawyers? Meike has announced the first "approved" third-party autofocus lens for Canon RF – has Canon finally given in?