The toned down Lascannon sniper is once again a call back to the failed game Eternal Crusade, as it takes a good second to charge for firing. It isn't as total ass as it was in Eternal Crusade, but it has like 12 shots, aiming is a chore, and it is a downgrade from the Bolter Sniper in all but damage/ammo output, which is the same. But you can fire the bolter sniper instantly, and fire it more, so if you miss its not that big of a deal. There is no reason to take it when you got a more versatile gun that can do the same.