Reviews written by LuSP

JuzaPhoto uses technical cookies and third-part cookies to provide the service and to make possible login, choice of background color and other settings (click here for more info).

By continuing to browse the site you confirm that you have read your options regarding cookies and that you have read and accepted the Terms of service and Privacy.

OK, I confirm

You can change in every moment your cookies preferences from the page Cookie Preferences, that can be reached from every page of the website with the link that you find at the bottom of the page; you can also set your preferences directly here

Accept Cookies

Customize

Refuse Cookies

LuSP
www.juzaphoto.com/p/LuSP

Reviews of cameras, lenses, tripods, heads and other accessories written by LuSP

The following opinions have been automatically translated with Microsoft Translator.

Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2

Pros: Extraordinary Brightness, Reliable Autofocus (with the new FW 1.0.9), Bokeh Quality, Build and Price

Cons: Weight & Balance, Need for FW Upgrade, Light Management

Opinion: The Sirui Sniper 16mm f/1.2 proved to be an incredible surprise in the field, especially after the 1.0.9 firmware update. During an intensive live broadcast of over two hours on a tripod, the lens showed a solidity worthy of much more emblazoned optics. Despite the extreme aperture of f/1.2, using it at f/2.0 proved to be the "sweet spot", offering a mellow bokeh and phenomenal subject separation, while maintaining crystal clear image sharpness and vibrant colours, clearly superior to the 16-50mm kit lens. The most probing test was the use of the Product Showcase function: with over 200 steps between the face and objects in the foreground, the autofocus remained responsive and precise, without ever falling into the annoying phenomenon of "focus hunting". The lens's ability to maintain constant eye-AF, even during the subject's natural movements behind the table, makes it a reliable tool for solo workers. In addition, thermal management paired with the ZV-E10 (and dummy battery power) is excellent, keeping the system barely warm even after extended sessions. A lens that is not only an exercise in style for its brightness, but a real "Streaming Approved" work tool. PRO Extraordinary Brightness: The f/1.2 aperture allows you to work at very low ISO (es. ISO 200) ensuring clean images even in non-extreme studio light conditions. Reliable Autofocus: With firmware 1.0.9, the AF is stable and accurate even in "Product Showcase" mode. Bokeh Quality: Even when collapsing to f/2.0 or f/2.8, the background remains soft and professional, perfectly isolating the subject. Construction and Price: A premium feeling that, whether purchased used or on offer, offers an unbeatable price-performance ratio for APS-C sensors. CONS Weight and Balance: Compared to the kit lens, it is noticeably heavier and shifts the ZV-E10's center of gravity forward. Need to Update: To achieve the performance described, it is essential to check and update the firmware to the latest version via the USB-C port. Light Management: Given the large aperture, in brightly lit environments it is easy to have to close the aperture beyond f/2.5 or use ND filters so as not to overexpose

sent on January 18, 2026