Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E vs Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2
Both are Sony E mount primes for low-light and portrait — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E | Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 50mm | 56mm |
| Max aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Type | prime | prime |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E (50mm) is wider — more in the frame for street and interiors; the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 (56mm) is tighter — more reach and compression for portraits
- the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
Where to buy
Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 ESee price on Amazon
Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2See price on Amazon
FAQ
What's the difference between the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E and the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2?
The Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E is 50mm f/1.2 prime, full-frame; the Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 is 56mm f/1.2 prime, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Do the Voigtländer Nokton 50mm f/1.2 E and Sirui Sniper 56mm 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 56mm f/1.2 is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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