Lens Summary
Brand: Tokina
Also Known As: Tokina 16-28mm f/2.8
Lens Type: Zoom Lens
Format: Full Frame / FX
Focus: Autofocus
Release Date: 2010-07-05
MSRP Price: $749
Made in: Japan
Infrared Rating: Bad
Production Status: In Production
Lens Description: This new Tokina lens is the first in a new generation of full frame (FX) lenses designed for professional digital SLR cameras like the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and the Nikon D700 and D3x. The 16-28 zoom range gives the professional photographer a super-wide angle of view to get close to subject for dramatic effect or to take in entire scenes.
Photography Life Review Summary: Considering that the Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 Pro FX came out in 2010, way before any of the high-resolution cameras started hitting the market, I was pretty surprised to see such impressive optical performance from this lens when I tested it on the Nikon D810. Although it struggles to deliver at f/2.8, the lens is insanely sharp when stopped down to f/4 and smaller, often surpassing most of its ultra-wide angle counterparts. It is big and heavy, and definitely feels like a professional-grade lens in hands. But the best part is its price - the Tokina 16-28mm f/2.8 is one of the cheapest ultra-wide angle zoom lenses you can find today for a full-frame camera. At its current retail price of $629, it is of amazing value and it certainly delivers at that price. Read the full Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 Pro FX Review by Photography Life.
Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 Pro FX Specifications
| Lens Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Zoom Lens |
| Focal Length | 16-28mm |
| Mount Type | Canon EF, Nikon F |
| Format | Full Frame / FX |
| Compatible Format(s) | 35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor DSLR (APS-C Sensor) |
| Compatible with Teleconverters | No |
| Zoom Ratio | 1.75x |
| Maximum Reproduction Ratio | 1:5.26 |
| Image Stabilization | No |
| Aperture Information | |
| Aperture Ring | No |
| Maximim Aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum Aperture | f/22 |
| Maximum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 107° |
| Minimum Angle of View (Full frame or larger format) | 76° |
| Optical Information | |
| Lens Elements | 15 |
| Lens Groups | 13 |
| Diaphragm Blades | 9 |
| Extra-Low Dispersion Glass Elements | 3 SD Glass Elements |
| Aspherical Elements | 3 |
| Focus Information | |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Built-in Focus Motor | Yes |
| Internal Focusing | Yes |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 0.28m |
| Distance Information | Yes |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weather / Dust Sealing | No |
| Mount Material | Metal |
| Dimensions | 8.99 x 13.34cm |
| Weight | 950g |
| Other Information | |
| Available in Colors | Black |
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Hello Nasim, I am tempted to write in here just to say that I enjoy the reviews and images that you have on this site which is delivered to me via email. I also switched from Canon to shooting with a Nikon D-810 as a result of the information and comparisons you wrote on the Nikon D-810. I have been shooting with a Canon 5D2 which I still use from time to time. The Nikon D-810 is as you wrote about the camera a wonderful and well designed tool for photography. I am enjoying the camera very much. So as others have said thank you for the efforts of your labor it is good to read your posts, and to see your images.
Hi Nasim, First let me say your website is great… its the first place I check for camera, lens, gear reviews and information. Great job! I was wondering if you were planning to do a review on the Tokina AT-X 16-28 F2.8 PRO FX lens for Nikon. I have not been able to find a review of this lens that compares to your reviews in the amount of information and photo examples that your provide when you do a review. I have read pros and cons regarding this lens on forums, but not an actual in-depth review by a professional that has used this lens for any amount of time. Any info you can provide on this lens would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, and keep up the good work.
Hi Nasim – I agree with all of Vince’s comments and would also greatly appreciate a review of the Tokina 16-28 f/2.8 lens. Value-wise it looks like a no-brainer. Tokina street pricing puts it head to head against Nikon’s new entry level 18-35 f/3.5-5.6. On paper it looks like roughly the same money for Tokina buys an extra 2 mm on the wide end, one stop faster shooting versatility, and less distortion. I’m really curious how the Tokina would fare in a systematic Photographylife comparison.
Thanks for all your hard work Nasim!
Dave