Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S vs Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX

Both are Nikon F zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Nikon · 2007

24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S

f/2.8900 gSWM

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Pick the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S if

You want a wider view: 24mm vs 50mm at the wide end
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.38 m vs 1 m
You shoot full frame: the Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX is made for APS-C

Pick the Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 55 g lighter (845 g vs 900 g)
You need more reach: 135mm vs 70mm at the long end

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S and the Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX
	Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S	Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX
Brand	Nikon	Tokina
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Focal length	24-70mm	50-135mm
Weight	900 g	845 g lighter
Length	133 mm	135 mm
Diameter	83 mm	78 mm slimmer
Filter thread	77 mm	67 mm
Min focus distance	0.38 m closer	1 m
Max magnification	not listed	0.17×
Optical design	15 elements / 11 groups	18 elements / 14 groups
Autofocus motor	SWM	not listed
Released	2007	not listed

5 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture, aperture blades, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Nikon F both
Type: Zoom both
Max aperture: f/2.8 both
Aperture blades: 9 both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G ED AF-S

This 24-70mm f/2.8 fast standard zoom lens from Nikon fits Nikon F mount cameras, with Silent Wave Motor autofocus and extra-low dispersion glass. The range covers everything from wide scenes to portraits, so it works as a general-purpose lens.

Our notes

Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX

A 50-135mm f/2.8 APS-C fast short-telephoto zoom lens, the Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX is designed for Nikon F mount bodies. The range suits portraits and general telephoto work.