Meike MK-35mm f/1.7 - E-mount (for Sony) Camera Lens — Refurbished, 38% Off

The Meike MK-35mm f/1.7 is an impressively versatile and compact manual prime lens designed specifically for Sony E-mount APS-C mirrorless cameras. Offering a 52.5mm equivalent focal length, it provides a "natural" field of view that is highly sought after for street photography, portraits, and everyday snapshots.

Bright f/1.7 Aperture
The standout feature of this lens is its fast f/1.7 maximum aperture. This allows for exceptional performance in low-light conditions, enabling you to shoot handheld without excessive noise. It also grants superior control over depth of field, allowing you to isolate your subject with a soft, pleasing background blur (bokeh) that punches well above its price point.
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Premium Optical Build
Despite its budget-friendly price, the Meike 35mm f/1.7 features a sophisticated optical design of 6 elements in 5 groups.

Multi-Layer Nano Coating: Each element is treated with a specialized coating to minimize surface reflections, flare, and ghosting. This ensures high contrast and excellent color fidelity, even when shooting in backlit or harsh lighting environments.
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All-Metal Construction: The lens barrel and bayonet mount are crafted from high-quality metal, giving the lens a durable, "pro" feel and a satisfying weight in the hand.

Precise Manual Control
As a fully manual lens, it provides a tactile connection to the photographic process.

Smooth Focus Ring: The knurled focus ring offers just the right amount of resistance for precise adjustments, with a minimum focusing distance of just 30cm (11.8").

Clickless Aperture Ring: The aperture ring operates smoothly without click stops, making it a favorite for videographers who need to adjust exposure silently and seamlessly during a take.

Compact and Portable
Weighing only 176g and measuring just over 41mm in length, this lens is a "pancake" style prime that makes your Sony Alpha or NEX camera highly portable. It’s the perfect choice for photographers who want to keep a low profile while capturing high-quality images.