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Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 review: street lens with high quality
Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 offers premium build and features but struggles with sharpness and autofocus.
In brief
Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 offers premium build and features but struggles with sharpness and autofocus. Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 lens has strong construction and handling but shows poor sharpness and inconsistent autofocus. Originally reported by Digital Camera World.
Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4
Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 is a full-frame autofocus lens for stills and video.
Design & Handling
Beautifully presented in a soft case with anodized aluminum barrel and weather seals.
Price & Availability
List price is $549 / £549 / AU$889, making it affordable for a high-end lens.
Mount Options
Available on Sony E (FE), Nikon Z (FX), L-mount, and Fujifilm X.
Performance
Delivers smooth bokeh but struggles with sharpness and consistent autofocus.
Sharpness Issues
Sharpness drops off significantly toward frame corners even at f/5.6 and f/8.
Autofocus Accuracy
Autofocus accuracy is inconsistent, especially at wide apertures.
Vignetting
Severe wide-aperture vignetting darkens image corners significantly.
Features
Includes AF/MF switch, customizable button, and aperture ring with iris lock.
Lab Results
Center sharpness excellent but corners drop off sharply at wider apertures.
Sample Images
Shows smooth bokeh and good distortion control at various apertures.
Alternatives
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 Lab and Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG II Art offer better performance.
Verdict
Strong build and features but performance issues make it less than ideal.
Value
Great value for money but performance issues reduce its overall appeal.
Design
Beautifully presented with high-quality materials and weather seals.
Performance
Good in some areas but poor sharpness and autofocus accuracy limit its use.
What matters most
Sirui Aurora 35mm f/1.4 lens has strong construction and handling but shows poor sharpness and inconsistent autofocus.
