Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 vs Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C)
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for everyday and standard prime — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 | Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C) |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 33mm | 23mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.4 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C) (23mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 (33mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
Where to buy
Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2See price on Amazon
Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C)See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 and the Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C)?
The Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 is 33mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C; the Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C) is 23mm f/1.4 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 or the Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C)?
The Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.4 of the other.
Do the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 and Meike AF 23mm f/1.4 (APS-C) fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Nikon Z mount lenses, so they fit Nikon Z series (Z6/Z7/Z8/Z9 full-frame, Z50/Zfc APS-C).
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