Sirui is making waves again in the photography world by adding two new lenses to its popular Sniper Series. The new additions are the APS-C AF 16mm f/1.2 and the APS-C AF 75mm f/1.2, coming in Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Nikon Z mounts. These lenses hit the market on June 17, offering more options for photographers who favor the series’ established quality and affordability.
Following its success of the Sniper Series, originally launched late last year, Sirui has quickly become a fan favorite among photographers. The series initially included 23mm, 33mm, and 56mm f/1.2 lenses, which are known for their wide aperture and affordable price point. Now, with the 16mm and 75mm options, users can expect even more versatility.
The appeal of the Sniper Series lies largely in its consistent features across different focal lengths. The hallmark f/1.2 maximum aperture remains a significant attraction, offering excellent low-light performance and a shallow depth of field. The 75mm lens, with its full-frame equivalent focal length of 113mm, stands out as an excellent portrait lens, providing impressive subject separation when combined with the wide aperture.
Sirui has maintained a consistent design across its series, making the lenses almost indistinguishable in size and weight. This consistency is particularly beneficial for videographers who use gimbals or stabilizers, as it eliminates the need for recalibration when swapping lenses. Like Sirui’s cine lenses, these new primes feature a 360-degree focus throw, a USB-C port for firmware updates, and HD Nano coating.
Autofocus is another area where these lenses shine. With efficient AF capabilities, including Eye AF for both stills and video, and an STM motor that minimizes focus hunting and noise, the Sniper Series proves to be a versatile option for fast-paced photography environments.
The lenses will be available to back on Indiegogo starting June 17, with shipping expected to begin on June 19. Priced at just $399 (or roughly £346 / AU $535), these lenses continue to offer exceptional value for photographers. Early backers can also benefit from discounts through the Indiegogo page.
Sirui has certainly hit the mark by providing high-quality cine and photography lenses at an affordable price. With the addition of these new focal lengths, the Sniper Series is poised for even greater popularity among photographers.
With the new 16mm and 75mm f/1.2 lenses, Sirui is expanding its Sniper Series to offer even more versatility and value. These new lenses come packed with features that photographers have come to love, all while maintaining an attractive price point. Available for backing on Indiegogo from June 17, they are set to ship starting June 19.
