Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR vs Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2
Both are Fujifilm X mount primes for portrait and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR | Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 90mm | 56mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | APS-C | APS-C |
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Fujifilm X |
Which should you buy?
- the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 (56mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR (90mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR is first-party (Fujifilm) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WRSee price on Amazon
Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR and the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2?
The Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR is 90mm f/2 prime, APS-C; the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 is 56mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Fujifilm X mount.
Which is better in low light, the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR or the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2?
The Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 — its f/1.2 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/2 of the other.
Do the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R LM WR and Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Fujifilm X mount lenses, so they fit Fujifilm X-T/X-H/X-Pro/X-E/X-S series (APS-C).
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