Pentax smc DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL (IF) SDM vs Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8

Both are Pentax K lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pentax

smc DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL (IF) SDM

f/2.8565 g

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Tokina

AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8

f/2.8

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Pick the Pentax smc DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL (IF) SDM if

You need more reach: 50mm vs 28mm at the long end
Our notes say it suits: Events on APS-C, portraits, general professional use

Pick the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Spec differences

10 differences

Specifications that differ between the Pentax smc DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL (IF) SDM and the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8
	Pentax smc DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL (IF) SDM	Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8
Brand	Pentax	Tokina
Type	Zoom	Wide Zoom
Format	APS-C	not listed
Focal length	16-50mm	16-28mm
Weight	565 g	not listed
Length	99 mm	not listed
Diameter	84 mm	not listed
Filter thread	77 mm	not listed
Min focus distance	0.3 m	not listed
Image stabilization	No	not listed

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

Mount: Pentax K both
Max aperture: f/2.8 both

Our notes

Pentax smc DA* 16-50mm F2.8 ED AL (IF) SDM

A constant f/2.8 standard zoom for Pentax APS-C bodies, with SDM focusing. It weighs about 565 g and takes 77mm filters.

Pros

Constant f/2.8
SDM autofocus
Weather-resistant build
77mm filters

Cons

APS-C only
SDM motors in some units have failed with age
No lens stabilization

Our notes

Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8

This 16-28mm f/2.8 full-frame fast wide-angle zoom lens from Tokina fits Pentax K mount cameras. A professional-grade constant-aperture zoom from Tokina's AT-X line.