The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro and the Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z is the longer of the two lenses at 94mm. The Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro with a length of 92mm, is 2mm shorter. On the other hand, the Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro has a larger diameter of 78mm compared to the Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z's 72mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z weighs 427g, 25% (143g) lighter than the Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro's weight of 570g.
Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Nikon Z Mount for size comparison purposes.
Telephoto Lenses in Nikon Z Mount for Size Comparison
Filter Threads
The Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro has a filter size of 67mm whereas the Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z has a 58mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 67mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro:
And these are the 58mm filters that we recommend for the Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z:
Lens Mounts
Both the Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro and the Sirui Sniper 56mm f1.2 Z has the same Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon Z lenses are RED Komodo-X 6K Z, Nikon Z50 II and Nikon Z30.
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro is also available in the Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
56mm and the fastest aperture of
F1.2.
