Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE vs Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2
Both are Sony E mount primes for standard prime and everyday — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE | Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 35mm | 33mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
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 Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 (33mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE (35mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FESee price on Amazon
Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE and the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2?
The Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE is 35mm f/1.8 prime, full-frame; the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 is 33mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE or the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2?
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/1.8 of the other.
Do the Samyang AF 35mm f/1.8 FE and Sirui Sniper 33mm 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). Note the Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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