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Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2
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Sirui · f/1.2 · Fujifilm X mount

Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2

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KEY FACTS
BrandSirui
Release Year2023
Production StatusIn Production
Lens MountFujifilm X
SystemFujifilm X
What We Like
+Ultra-fast f/1.2 aperture enabling shallow depth of field and excellent low-light performance
+STM autofocus with Eye AF support and minimal focus breathing ideal for video
+Compact, lightweight design with premium build quality for the price
+Excellent bokeh quality with 11-blade aperture creating smooth bokeh highlights
+Budget-friendly value compared to native equivalent lenses like Fujifilm's f/1.2
+Uniform design across series allows quick lens swaps for videography
Worth Knowing
−Softness and reduced contrast when shooting wide open at f/1.2 requires stopping down to f/1.8+
−Noticeable chromatic aberration and fringing at f/1.2, particularly with bright light sources
−No weather sealing or internal gaskets limits durability in harsh conditions
−Limited minimum focus distance (60cm) and very low magnification (~0.1x) reduces macro capabilities

General

Brand
Sirui
Release Year
2023
Production Status
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Current status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued).
In Production
Lens Mount
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The lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras.
Fujifilm X
System
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Indicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to.
Fujifilm X
Read our notes on general
The Sniper 56mm f/1.2 is an ultrafast prime with shallow depth of field and high-quality bokeh. Build quality is very good and superb for the price. However, at f/1.2 the Sniper displays a little more softness, a tad less contrast, and some mild fringing and chromatic aberration. For an f/1.2 autofocus lens at this price point the Sniper offers amazing value for money.

Physical

Lens Weight
380 g
Lens Diameter
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Width of the lens at its widest point
79 mm
Lens Length
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How long the lens is from front to back.
92.2 mm
Front Filter Size
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Diameter of attachable filters.
58 mm

Optics

Focal Range
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Shortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end )
56 mm
Aperture Range
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Largest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end)
1.2
Blades
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Number of diaphragm blades in aperture
11020
Zoom Lens
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Zoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups
No
Closest Focusing Distance
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Minimum distance for a subject to be in focus.
60 cm01500
Autofocus Mode
Yes

Features

Weather Sealing
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Weather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions.
No