Pardon the language, but it appears that the Sniper shows the Lens Flare even after going invis sometimes. Specifically, it appeared to be there when the opponent was sliding:
https://clips.twitch.tv/DarlingPolishedPieVoteNay
To any looking to use the Sniper, perhaps try to swap weapons before using Invis, though that is a big setback when fractions of a second matter.
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