The previously reported Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 lens will be officially announced on December 18th. Check the official Meike website, B&H Photo, and Amazon for updates. Here is what we know so far:

• 13-element in 11-group
• minimum focusing distance of 0.25 meters
• 58mm filter thread,
• Weight: 298 grams
• STM stepping AF motor
• Available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts

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The Meike Black Friday Deals have already started:

• Meike savings at B&H Photo
• Meike savings on Amazon (see also this list)
• Check also the official Meike website

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Meike announced a new SE series 85mm f/1.8 Mark II full-frame autofocus lens for Z/L/E mount. Compared with the previous Mark I version, the new 85mm f/1.8 SE Mark II features less CA, better image quality, faster focusing speed, and a closer focusing distance (0.65cm). Orders are now open at:

• Amazon
• Meike online store

Additional information:

• Model: FE/L/Z 85mmF1.8 STM SE II
• SRP: USD229.99
• Aperture Range: F1.8-F16
• Focal Length: 85mm
• Filter thread: Ф 62mm
• Diaphragm Blades: 11
• Weight: about 369g
• Focus Mode: Auto Focus
• Minimum focusing distance: 0.65m
• Lens Construction: 11 elements in 7 groups
• Full frame Angle of view: Diagonal27.8° Horizontal 23.4° Vertical 10.8°
• APS-C Angle of View: Diagonal 18.67° Horizontal 15.53° Vertical 10.38°

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