Sirui Sniper Series f/1.2 AF 3 23-56mm
Sirui
75 Overall Score
vs
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Sony
90 Overall Score
Scores
Budget
Street
Travel
Wildlife Sports
Portrait
Video Cinema
Professional
Landscape
Macro
Specifications
| Sirui Sniper Series f/1.2 AF 3 23-56mm | Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 23 mm | 18 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 56 mm | 135 mm |
| Elements | 12 | 16 |
| Groups | 11 | 12 |
| Aspherical Elements | — | 1★ |
| ED Elements | — | 2★ |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.2 | f/3.5 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.2 | 3.5-5.6 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11★ | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | — |
| Weight | 0.40 kg | 0.33 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 58 mm | 55 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | STM | Linear motor★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 450 mm |
| Max Magnification | — | 0.29x★ |
Pros & Cons
Sirui Sniper Series f/1.2 AF 3 23-56mm
- Strong aperture (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong bokeh (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (77th percentile)
- Below average social proof (29th percentile)
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
- Strong af (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong versatility (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong stabilization (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
Pricing
Sirui Sniper Series f/1.2 AF 3 23-56mm0.074score per dollar
vs
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS0.115score per dollar
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS offers 1.6x better value for money
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Verdict
Winner: Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS
Scores 90 overall, wins 8 of 9 usage categories and 6 of 20 specs.
