The Complete Meike Cine Lens Comparison

Meike's complete set of T2.2 cine lenses for Micro Four Thirds is finally here! In this video I compare the 12mm, 16mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 65mm and the new 85mm.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
02:44 B-Roll
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02:55 Physical Characteristics
03:37 Length
04:00 Focus throw
04:12 Weight
04:27 Build quality
04:38 Infinity focus
04:51 Markings
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05:31 Resolution
08:39 Distortion
09:37 Chromatic aberration
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11:25 Exposure
12:00 Contrast
12:19 White balance
12:35 Tint
12:47 RGB offset
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13:11 Bokeh; Focus breathing
14:02 Minimum focus
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14:09 Incidental glare
15:56 Forced flare
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16:30 FOV - 3 feet
17:28 FOV - 12 feet
18:26 FOV - zoom
18:46 Background compression
19:37 Background compression - morph
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19:45 Wrap-up
20:22 Buying advice
21:38 Competition
23:06 The big decision
24:14 Part II teaser
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[@Humcrush]

Hey, everyone, we have a winner, Mike Esparza! Thanks to everyone who watched and commented. I'm traveling, but part II is coming soon.

[@NaderSayun]

Congratulations !!!

[@NaderSayun]

(I'm really sad from the inside I didnt win haha )

[@AlessandroBK1]

Ok, that was one of the best lens comparison that I have ever seen.

[@Humcrush]

Thank you!

[@nathanbennett2432]

Agreed such an amazing review! Just bought 3 because of this review (16,25 and 50)

[@sevkicevikfilm]

I agree 100%!!! This review is amazing!

[@emmanuelsproelants1299]

@@sevkicevikfilm Exactly! I bought a my first camera and my first lenses ever (DC G90 and 25 and 85)

[@rockn6423]

Agreed. Quite in depth and visually appealing.

[@7michaelwright]

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[@SeanvanBerlo]

I'm not even excaggerating when I say uou are one of the most knowledgeable and expert sources of videomaker content on KZbin here, thank you so much!

[@Humcrush]

Thank you, sir. Gerald Undone kicks my butt in terms of thoroughness, but he is self-admittedly not a filmmaker, so his perspective is a bit different.

[@N30Jin]

This has to be one of the best reviews of any set of products I've seen. Great job! Looking forward to part 2!

[@StephenBranagan87]

This is one of the most comprehensive and informative lens tests I’ve ever seen. I’m very much looking forward to Part II and you have earned a subscriber to lighten up that cold, dark heart. Bravo.

[@jermdawgg]

Thank you so much for taking the time to run through all those tests. I can't wait for the addendum to this video when the 8mm gets here!

[@aybee5908]

The best in depth review of these lenses I´ve seen so far. That gives a really good impression, what to expect for the (little) money. I´ve ordered the same kit of lenses from Meike Global and really looking forward to test them

[@MCO_group]

First not-boring 7 lens review ever seen. Straight to the point, fast, not rushing... and CLEAR. Thanks!

[@Dwayne_M]

Love this vid! was really looking into the IRND issue and ended up here !! One of the most interesting lens tests Ive seen in a while, usually dont like how they are presented, this one seemed informative especially with the focal length field of view over lay and logical focal length rearrangements when comparing.

[@alexandruciornei1908]

Fabulous description with clear examples!! In my opinion, this is the best presentation for teaching about lenses. Simple and very effective!! Thank you for spending your valuable time giving to us your experience!!

[@reiality305]

Thank you so much for this video! I've been thinking about getting these lens for sometime and this review is quite possibly the most thorough and informative I've seen. Keep on being awesome!

[@tallerdeficcion]

This is golden, just what I was looking for! I have been wondering and comparing between purchasing either the 6k-4k and it all came to the lenses factor, you just saved me! pretty awesome, carry on!

[@StephenSmart]

Really enjoyed the coverage of the lenses and look forward to the second part, hence subscribed. The comparison zoom and frame shots were great to see. Great work. Thank you. Did not know the whole range is out! I have two of them (12 and 25). Maybe I can add a third.

[@MrDiegoNori]

Hi! Just found your channel and am loving it! Keep up the good work! I've been looking into buying the Meikes for a while now, and this really helped me understand what I should go for.

[@rjpcam]

Great video and deep dive! Just found your channel and will definitely be looking forward to more!

[@sergeyvoykin9497]

Thank you for the review! Really love my 25mm, want to get 16 and 50 now. Good luck with the pt. 2!

[@kevinjinkwankim3303]

Great review! The quality of this video is crazy, you really deserve more viewers.

[@scottymac0427]

Just found your channel and really love how in depth your analysis was! Keep it up man!

[@jermdawgg]

Man, this video came in clutch when I was looking for information on close focusing distances for the lenses. I remembered your video had a whole section on it and sure enough! Thanks again! Oct. 5th is coming soon!

[@krimsonfunk]

This is probably the most informative lens focal length purchase decision making video there is out there for newcomer Filmmakers . GREAT JOB ! ❤

[@sandboxsounds]

Thank you for this phenomenal lens comparison, I'm not sure I've ever seen such a comprehensive and helpful lens test. Truly incredible.

[@mattwolcott3266]

Awesome, thanks for taking the time to make this!

[@zthecat3816]

Thank you sir, you are a true hero with this review. I'm really love the part about the Exposure, Contrast Comparison, it really helpful when planning lighting setup with these lenses on set.

[@rpmcitycruiser]

Thanks for the review. I'm looking forward to part 2.

[@reckerproduction9468]

Lovely comparisons, beautiful model, nice audio , great production quality

[@TheWayfarerFamily]

This was very convincing. Thank you for going through the effort of putting these lenses on display this way. Ordered the recommended 3. Should be fun.

[@epiqimages5737]

Thank you for the review, really looking forward to part 2

[@00Kevinguyen]

Just what I needed! A review of the whole collection in one video!

[@NaderSayun]

Great video ! I was wating for this comparison !

[@frankprocopio448]

Great overview and compelling options to consider. Thanks for posting.

[@TheChrisBauer]

Good job with the comparison and good luck with growing the channel!

[@adamballweg]

Not sure how I haven't been suggested this channel yet, YT must be sleeping! This was such a fascinating technical review Very excited to see the practical side of it and would love to see this with the SLR Magic Micro Primes.

[@joecal2360]

Kickass comparison! Your Veydra comparison video earned my sub a while back, and you've yet to disappoint!

[@JaredSaroyanKruger]

Absolutely awesome comparison of these, Joe. Thanks for putting this all together. I'm very interested to see Part II as well. Best of luck with whatever you're working on.

[@Humcrush]

Thank you for the kind words. COVID-19 really destroyed my plans for films this year. By this time, I had hoped to have released two more shots and be working on a feature. 😞

[@JaredSaroyanKruger]

I'm in the same boat. I was nearing the final stages of pre-production for the first in a series of shorts when COVID hit. I'm hoping we all get to start realizing some of our plans in the not too distant future.

[@MrTimjohns]

Joe. I've been waiting for this. Great stuff, sir! Wish I would have had this prior to buying my set (12,16,25,&35) but I feel great about the Meikes and am hoping to get at least one more. Sounds like it should be the 50 but those last two look great as well. Thanks so much, for putting these out!

[@jessekeener9442]

I wish all lens tests were this in depth. I feel like I can confidently purchase these lenses knowing what I'm going to get. Looking forward to part II!

[@samuelpatchett684]

Absolutely amazing lens review! This review was exactly what I was looking for and delivered so much more. The side by side comparisons was perfect. I actually took screen shots of all of them to use as a reference. Subbed. Looking forward to more great content. Thank you!!!

[@Humcrush]

Thank you! So glad you found it useful.

[@GeraldBertramPhotography]

Been waiting for this one! Grabbing some popcorn and settling in!

[@jamesholiday]

thank you sooo much for this detailed review and the effort you've put into 🎉

[@davidp158]

Great, detailed review. I particularly like the comparison section from 11:25 through 12:47. This nicely demonstrates deviations among lenses in the set, and I wish other reviewers did something similar. Finding out that you lenses don't match when editing in post can present challenges that, while fixable, may be worth considering when shooting.

[@ibrahimasow5038]

I actually can't believe this channel has less than 2k subscribers. It deserves more than 100k. Really great review, straight into the point, really logical procedure, and great comparison. Kudos sir for the best lens review I've ever seen 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@Humcrush]

Thanks!

[@ivanknezevic8931]

Thanks for the video! I´d love to play with that 25mm. Looking forward to the part II.

[@dougw9150]

Great review of the Meike lens lineup! I have the 25mm and love it!

[@Upmacher]

Never have I seen a better comparison about something. Especially a lens comparison, well done! Subbed probably for ever! And now I’m going to crush it. ✌️

[@vizionsofmind]

Thanks for taking the time to do such a well thought out and thorough review.

[@Humcrush]

You're very welcome!

[@akosbaranya6267]

I've been eyeing these Meike lenses, good job on the review!

[@simonbaker4834]

Excellent review and great comparisons. Just picked up my 4th Meike prime for my bmpcc 4k. Cheers and thanks!

[@nkojima]

that's one sick depth review, thank you for sharing. awesome, keep it up.

[@sydvaughn.c4d]

Great video! This is really helping me decide on what to get!

[@skyehelfant]

Solid information, very clear and articulate - No questions left unanswered

[@zhosul]

It's the best lens review, I've ever seen. You ansvered on all my questions. Thanks, man!

[@sergioleaogtr]

Great! Finally a real good review...They are really amazing lens! I just have 25mm but I will definitely get the full set! Thank you

[@glenpalacol]

Great lens comparison! Very informative and well executed!

[@BrentOHagan]

Amazing testing and comparisons! Thanks so much and you now have me say similarly over and over again.

[@SlicedProduction]

Just stumbled upon this and I honestly must tell you that this might be the best comparison video of any kind that I have seen so far! The attention to detail in evey aspect of your categories is amazing and insanely useful. I don't think that I have seen anyone yet to match that. The one that stood out to me was the FOV comparison. I'm considering to get the 25mm MEKE at the moment. I can't wait to dig through your channel!

[@Humcrush]

So glad you found it helpful!

[@mattbrown-mb]

Very nice, thanks for sharing your view of these, you have inspired me to dig deeper into the Meike offerings :)

[@Ryan-Payne]

Would love to get my hands on one for my Fuji Xt-3! Great video.

[@italianmotobear]

Thanks! It is a very informative review, looking forward to the the second part! I would like to see how you match color/brightness between the lens as well. Liked & Subscribed

[@pocketpicturesltd2386]

Great to get some detailed background info on this lens family - especially now I'm adding some to my kit.

[@Chadlite]

Just got the 16mm and wasn't sure what my next best option would be. This comparison helped me decide. Great video!

[@elladurman]

Amazing review 👏 thank you for all the effort and opportunity to maybe get an awesome lens 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@dude1diligence]

Lots of work went in this. Appreciate. Might give the 25mm a chance again after my bad copy. Other than the faulty focus ring, I share the same CA issue as your copy. Only at f5.6 was the CA mostly gone.

[@tommyowen529]

That was THE most useful video a person could ask for. Thanks so much. 🤙🏻

[@lawrencegress9831]

Extremely well done. Detail and real world information is top notch.

[@Humcrush]

Thanks!

[@JoseSantos-uc8cl]

Thank You So Much! Just purchased the 16mm T.2.2 after watching your video. Be well! Thank You again!

[@ChrisP1101]

Just saw this. Looking forward to watching!

[@libraproducciones]

I was waiting for this since you released the first teaser, and it didn't disappointed, well done! Your previews videos actually helped me a lot when I was considering of buying my Meike lenses. So far, I'm very happy with them (I own the 12 and the 25) and I will probably invest on the 50/65.. I'll wait for the second part of your review (which looks very promising) to have more info for the decision ;) Keep doing the great work man, you're chanel will grow fast if you keep uploading this top quality content

[@InuManiac906]

Thank you so much for all the detailed info. I'm coming from Rokinon and looking to invest in Meike lenses. This was very helpful for me and my decision.

[@MrHen0k]

This is probably the most comprehensive video on a lense I've ever seen!

[@emilwallraff]

Great video, thanks for the precise comparison!

[@douglasvalentefilms]

Great job, mate! Very helpful in my decision making. THANKS!

[@TheToneWork]

Thanks for doing this. I'm such of fans of these lenses and your views.

[@juliopalomo3312]

I have never seen a lens review like this before, definitely I am going to subscribe!!!!!

[@arjunpsk]

This was definitive. I liked and subbed. Keep it going. Much appreciated.

[@Humcrush]

Thanks for the sub!

[@brainbonkk]

I'd almost committed to the SLR Magic micro primes but this video has me seriously considering a set of these Meikes 😍

[@iainbason4931]

Very nice! Thanks for doing that hard work.

[@parampampam7]

Great review, thank you so much, you help me to decide which lens I need for

[@agooddayout2689]

Oh boy, that 12mm looks juicy... also, really appreciate you putting the time into using chapters :)

[@vaquan12]

Very informative we need more of this, can't wait to get out and get creative. 🔥💯

[@devinhill9514]

I’ve been wanting a good review of the Meike lenses. I’ve had them in my Amazon cart for probably half a year now haha. Would love a shot at winning a lens! Thank you for this!

[@Pierorocks]

Wow, great comparison! Wish we had this for all cine lens line-ups!

[@cheezyodeezy]

thanks for putting in the work! good job!

[@joenicklo]

Great one. I rented the 16 and 25. They just arrived so I’m gonna give them a shot.

[@mychalumicox196]

Just did my first shoot using the Meike 50mm T/2.2 with my BMPCC4K and I have to say I like what i've seen so far. I'm an audio guy so I made sure I use a cameraman who knew what he was doing but also someone I trusted. I was on the fence trying to figure out what lens I wanted next but after watching your video I'm leaning towards the 16 & 25. I'm looking forward to park 2 and thanks again for helping out cats like myself who are out of their elements.

[@thedataguy52]

Lots of great content. Excellent video

[@Akahigep]

I was searching a decent review of meike cinema lenses and this is amazing. Insta-suscribed. Small channel but great content.

[@rometillier4409]

Thanks for the comparison. I'm really considering those for my bmpcc4k now :)

[@josephasghar]

Great review. I’m sold. Cheers buddy.

[@MarkPKnowles]

Great review. I am loving my 25mm and cannot wait to earn enough to buy the rest of the set.

[@lucienpgn]

Amazing Video, great job !!

[@shettissummer10]

Great video, this really helped me. Thanks!

[@leafcatcherstudio]

Thank you for the detailed review!

[@NicolasFevrier]

Looking forward to watching part two :)

[@Briceo0o]

23:42 The most valuable piece of information I’ve ever heard in any review on KZbin. Thank you.

[@Humcrush]

Sadly, actual advice about actual filmmaking does not attract viewers on KZbin. Review something while rambling on about yourself, though, that's gold! 😉

[@MattNatoli]

Literally everything I needed to know. Thanks for this

[@Deaddinoproductions]

Fantastic in-depth analysis! I’ve been slowly building up my collection of these and planning to eventually get them all. I’ve also used the DZOFilm 20-70, which I think serves as a great pairing or alternative to the Meike’s. I’d love to see your take on it if you can get ahold of one.

[@davidvalens3337]

this video is fantastic for the comparison for the meike cinema glass. I would love to see more footage with the bmpcc4k and the 16 and 25mm lenses.

[@etchd_]

Mate this is incredible. Best lens comparison ever well done

[@pavloqesari]

Classy, thorough and insightful. The best comparison not only between lenses but also focal lengths, the FOV and Background compression sections helped a lot! Maybe release that part as a standalone?

[@Humcrush]

Thanks. That's a good idea.