Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF vs Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2
Both are Nikon Z mount primes for telephoto and low-light — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF | Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 200mm | 75mm |
| Max aperture | f/2 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Which should you buy?
- the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 opens wider (f/1.2) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 (75mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF (200mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FFSee price on Amazon
Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF and the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2?
The Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF is 200mm f/2 prime, full-frame; the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 is 75mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Nikon Z mount.
Which is better in low light, the Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF or the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2?
The Sirui Sniper 75mm 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 Laowa AF 200mm f/2 FF and Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 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). Note the Sirui Sniper 75mm f/1.2 is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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