Nikon AF-S Nikkor 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR vs Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX
Side-by-side comparison from our catalogue data. Better values are highlighted only where a clear difference exists.
Verdict at a glance
- Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX is lighter by 2405g.
- Tokina AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX goes wider (50mm vs 120mm).
- Nikon AF-S Nikkor 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR reaches further (300mm vs 135mm).
| Spec | AF-S Nikkor 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR | AT-X 50-135mm f/2.8 PRO DX |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nikon | Tokina |
| Mount | Nikon F | Nikon F |
| Type | Telephoto Zoom | Zoom |
| Focal length | 120-300mm | 50-135mm (wider) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Released | 2020 | n/a |
| Format | full-frame | aps-c |
| Groups | 19 | 14 |
| Af motor | SWM | n/a |
| Elements | 25 | 18 |
| Weight g | 3250.0 | 845 (lighter) |
| Filter mm | 112 | 67 |
| Length mm | 303.5 | 135.0 |
| Stabilized | Yes | n/a |
| Diameter mm | 128.0 | 78.0 |
| Min focus m | 2.0 | 1.0 (closer focusing) |
| Blades | n/a | 9 |
| Max magnification | n/a | 0.17 |
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 120-300mm F2.8E FL ED SR VR
A 2020 telephoto zoom with a constant f/2.8 aperture, fluorite and SR elements and VR. It weighs about 3.25kg and takes 112mm filters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- VR
- Weather-sealed build
- Fluorite and SR elements
Cons
- Heavy at 3.25kg
- Large 112mm filter size
- Minimum focus of 2m
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.
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