Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR vs Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6

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

Nikon · 2010

AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR

f/4710 gSWM

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Tokina

AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6

f/4

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Pick the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR if

You want a wider view: 24mm vs 70mm at the wide end
Our notes say it suits: Travel, events, general FX use

Pick the Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6 if

You need more reach: 210mm vs 120mm at the long end

Spec differences

15 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR and the Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6
	Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR	Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6
Brand	Nikon	Tokina
Type	Zoom	Telephoto Zoom
Format	Full frame	not listed
Focal length	24-120mm	70-210mm
Weight	710 g	not listed
Length	103.5 mm	not listed
Diameter	84 mm	not listed
Filter thread	77 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.45 m	not listed
Max magnification	0.24×	not listed
Aperture blades	9	not listed
Optical design	17 elements / 13 groups	not listed
Autofocus motor	SWM	not listed
Image stabilization	Yes	not listed
Released	2010	not listed

2 identical specs hidden: mount, max aperture. Show all

Mount: Nikon F both
Max aperture: f/4 both

Our notes

Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24-120mm f/4G ED VR

A constant-f/4 standard zoom for Nikon FX cameras with vibration reduction, popular as a walk-around lens.

Pros

Constant f/4
Vibration reduction
Useful 24-120mm range

Cons

Distortion at 24mm
Slower than f/2.8

Our notes

Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6

Tokina AT-X 70-210mm f/4-5.6: a telephoto zoom lens with a 70-210mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4-5.6, made for Nikon F mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.