Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 § 03 Head to head
Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 vs Tokina SZ 33 mm f/1.2
Sirui 33mm f/1.2 focuses 10 cm closer.
Both lenses are made for the Sony E mount: the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 is a 33mm f/1.2 prime, and the Tokina SZ 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, 4 advantages to 0, but which one suits you depends on what you shoot.
Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 
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Key differences
Why is the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 better than the Tokina SZ 33 mm f/1.2?
- Focuses 10 cm closer (0.4 m vs 0.5 m)
- Smaller filter thread (58 mm vs 62 mm)
- $50 cheaper ($349 launch price vs $399 launch price)
- Newer design (2023 vs 2022)
Why is the Tokina SZ 33 mm f/1.2 better than the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2?
No measurable advantage on paper.
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Specification
| Specification | Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 | Tokina SZ 33 mm f/1.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 33mm | 33mm |
| Maximum aperture | f/1.2 | f/1.2 |
| Minimum aperture | f/16 | f/16 |
| Lens type | Prime lens | Prime lens |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weight | 404 g (14.26 oz) | — |
| Dimensions | 0 x 94.2 mm | — |
| Minimum focusing distance | 0.4 m (15.75 inches) ◆ | 0.5 m (1.64 feet) |
| Image stabilization | No | No |
| Aperture ring | No | No |
| Aperture blades | 11 | 11 |
| Optical construction | 11 elements / 10 groups | 9 elements / 7 groups |
| Filter size | 58 mm ◆ | 62 mm |
| Lens mount | Sony E, Nikon Z, Fujifilm X | Sony E, Fujifilm X |
| Released | 2023 | 2022 |
| Price | $349 launch price ◆ | $399 launch price |
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Questions
- Which focuses closer, the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 or the Tokina SZ 33 mm f/1.2?
- The Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 focuses down to 0.4 m, against 0.5 m for the Tokina SZ 33 mm f/1.2.
- Do the Sirui Sniper 33 mm f/1.2 and the Tokina SZ 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.
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