৳ 35,000.00
The Sirui Sniper 56mm f/1.2 AF completes the “trinity” of Sirui’s high-speed APS-C lenses. On your Sony body, it acts as an 85mm full-frame equivalent, which is the undisputed king of portrait focal lengths.
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| Feature | Specification |
| Equivalent Focal Length | 85mm (The gold standard for portraits) |
| Aperture | $f/1.2$ to $f/16$ (Half a stop faster than $f/1.4$ lenses) |
| Autofocus | STM Motor (Supports Sony Eye-AF and Object Tracking) |
| Aperture Blades | 11 rounded blades (For ultra-smooth, creamy bokeh) |
| Min. Focus | 0.60m (23.6 inches) |
| Weight | ~422g (Robust but manageable) |
| Filter Size | 58mm (Matches the rest of the Sniper series) |
| Build | Black Carbon Fiber & Metal with USB-C for updates |
The Sirui Sniper 56 mm f/1.2 is a fast short-telephoto prime lens designed for APS-C Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras, delivering an ~85 mm full-frame equivalent field of view—perfect for portrait photography, close-ups, and subject isolation.
As part of Sirui’s Sniper series, this lens emphasizes speed, cinematic rendering, and affordability. Its standout f/1.2 aperture enables extremely shallow depth of field, excellent low-light performance, and smooth, high-quality bokeh. Combined with fast autofocus featuring eye and subject tracking, it’s well-suited for both photographers and hybrid video creators.
Key Specifications
General
- Lens Type: Short telephoto prime (portrait lens)
- Mount: Sony E-mount (APS-C)
- Focal Length: 56 mm
- Equivalent: ~85 mm (full-frame equivalent)
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.2
- Minimum Aperture: f/16
- Format Coverage: APS-C
Optical Design
- Construction: 12 elements in 11 groups
- Special Elements:
- Extra-low dispersion (ED) elements
- High refractive index elements
- Aperture Blades: 11-blade diaphragm for smooth bokeh
- Coating: Multi-coating to reduce flare and ghosting
Autofocus & Focus
- Autofocus: Yes (STM stepping motor)
- Features:
- Eye tracking & subject tracking support
- Quiet, smooth AF—ideal for video
- Minimum Focus Distance: 0.6 m (1.97 ft)
- Manual Focus Override: Yes
Imaging & Performance
- Perspective: Classic portrait compression (~85 mm equivalent)
- Bokeh: Soft, creamy background blur due to f/1.2 + 11 blades
- Low-Light: Excellent performance for indoor and night shooting
- Rendering: Strong subject isolation with cinematic look
Image Stabilization
- Optical Stabilization: ❌ No
- Support: Uses IBIS (in-body stabilization) on compatible cameras
Physical & Handling
- Filter Thread: 58 mm
- Weight: ~422 g
- Build: Compact and lightweight for an f/1.2 lens
- Design: Sniper series styling (Black finish)
- Included: Lens hood, caps, pouch
Key Features
- Ultra-fast f/1.2 aperture—excellent for portraits and low light
- 85 mm equivalent focal length—ideal portrait perspective
- Eye/subject tracking autofocus for modern Sony bodies
- Smooth cinematic bokeh with 11-blade diaphragm
- Compact and lightweight compared to similar fast primes
- Strong value option in the APS-C portrait lens category
Ideal For
- Portrait and lifestyle photography
- Wedding and event shooting (APS-C users)
- Low-light and indoor photography
- Cinematic video and interviews
- Creators wanting strong subject separation on a budget
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