Sony E 11mm f/1.8 vs Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2
Both are Sony E mount primes for wide-angle and vlogging — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony E 11mm f/1.8 | Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 11mm | 16mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 (11mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 (16mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Sony E 11mm f/1.8See price on Amazon
Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 and the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2?
The Sony E 11mm f/1.8 is 11mm f/1.8 prime, APS-C; the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 is 16mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 or the Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2?
The Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/1.8 of the other.
Do the Sony E 11mm f/1.8 and Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C).
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