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SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 vs Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2

SainSonic 32mm f/1.1 is 0.3 stops brighter maximum aperture. Sirui 33mm f/1.2 has a longer reach.

Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 is a 32mm f/1.1 prime, and the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 is a 33mm f/1.2 prime. On paper the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 comes out ahead, 3 advantages to 2, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.

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Key differences

From manufacturer specifications

Why is the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 better than the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2?

  • 0.3 stops brighter maximum aperture (f/1.1 vs f/1.2)
  • Wider field of view (32mm vs 33mm)

Why is the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 better than the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1?

  • Longer reach (33mm vs 32mm)
  • 197 g lighter (404 g vs 601 g)
  • Smaller filter thread (58 mm vs 62 mm)
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Which should you buy?

By use
  • street For street photography, the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 has the edge: it is 197 g lighter to carry.
  • travel For travel, the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 has the edge: it is 197 g lighter to carry.
  • low-light For low-light shooting, the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 has the edge: its f/1.1 aperture gathers more light than f/1.2.
  • astrophotography For astrophotography, the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 has the edge: its f/1.1 aperture gathers more light than f/1.2.
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Specification

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SpecificationSainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2
Focal length32mm 33mm
Maximum aperturef/1.1 ◆f/1.2
Minimum aperturef/11 f/16
Lens typePrime lens Prime lens
Format—APS-C
Weight601 g (21.2 oz) 404 g (14.26 oz) ◆
Dimensions70 x 92 mm 0 x 94.2 mm
Minimum focusing distance0.4 m (15.75 inches) 0.4 m (15.75 inches)
Image stabilizationNo No
Aperture ring—No
Aperture blades11 11
Optical construction9 elements / 7 groups 11 elements / 10 groups
Filter size62 mm 58 mm ◆
Lens mountCanon EF-M, Fujifilm X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X
Released—2023
Price—$349 launch price
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Video reviews

4 on YouTube
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Video thumbnail for Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 review 2
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Questions

Which lens has the brighter aperture, the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 or the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2?
The SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 opens to f/1.1, against f/1.2 on the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2, 0.3 stops brighter.
Which is lighter, the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 or the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2?
The Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 weighs 404 g, 197 g less than the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 (601 g).
Do the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 and the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 have image stabilization?
No, neither lens has optical image stabilization; rely on in-body stabilization if your camera has it.
Is the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 or the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 better for street photography?
For street photography, the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 has the edge: it is 197 g lighter to carry.
Is the SainSonic KamLan 32 mm f/1.1 or the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 better for travel?
For travel, the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 has the edge: it is 197 g lighter to carry.
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