Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 33mm
What Buyers Say
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
The Sigma 17-40mm f/1.8 DC DN Art lens is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional image quality, fast constant aperture, and compact internal zoom design. Users highlight its sharpness, lightweight build, and excellent autofocus performance, especially on crop-sensor mirrorless cameras like the Canon R7 and Fujifilm bodies. A few questions about compatibility with specific cameras and features like weather sealing and aperture ring are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Fast constant f/1.8 aperture
- Compact internal zoom design
- Lightweight build
- Sharp and bright photos
Cons
- No weather sealing mentioned
- No manual aperture ring on some mounts
- Compatibility questions with full-frame cameras
- Expensive for some buyers
Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 33mm
The Sirui Sniper 23mm F1.2 lens is widely praised for its excellent value, sharp image quality, and fast autofocus, making it a strong choice for video and stills on APS-C cameras. Users highlight its lightweight build, beautiful bokeh, and solid performance in low light, though some note occasional autofocus inconsistencies and noticeable chromatic aberration. Overall, it delivers premium features at a budget-friendly price, with a few minor trade-offs in corner sharpness and contrast.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Sharp image quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Lightweight and portable
- Beautiful bokeh
Cons
- Occasional autofocus inconsistency
- Noticeable chromatic aberration
- Softness at wide apertures
- Lower contrast than premium lenses
- Heavier than kit lens
Scores
Specifications
| Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC | Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 33mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 17 mm | 33 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 40 mm | 33 mm |
| Elements | 17 | 11 |
| Groups | 11 | 10 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | — |
| ED Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| Coating | Super Multi-Layer Coating | — |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/1.8 | f/16 |
| Min Aperture | f/1.8 | f/1.2 |
| Constant | ✓ | ✓ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 11 | 11 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.54 kg | 0.40 kg★ |
| Filter Thread | 67 mm | 58 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✗ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 280 mm★ | 400 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:4.8★ | — |
Pros & Cons
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
- Strong user sentiment (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong bokeh (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong aperture (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 33mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong build (77th percentile)
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
- Below average stabilization (34th percentile)
Pricing
Sigma Art 17-40mm f/1.8 DC
No current pricing available
Sirui Sniper 33mm f/1.2 33mm
Verdict
Scores 97 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 4 of 21 specs.
