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Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4 vs Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM

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

Pick the Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4 if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/4 vs f/4.5)
  • You need more reach: 24mm vs 16mm at the long end

Pick the Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM if

  • You want a wider view: 8mm vs 12mm at the wide end

Spec differences

10 differences
Specifications that differ between the Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4 and the Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM
Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4 Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM
Brand
Tokina
Sigma
Format
not listed
APS-C
Focal length
12-24mm
8-16mm
Max aperture
f/4 ⅓ stop faster
f/4.5
Min focus distance
not listed
0.24 m
Max magnification
not listed
0.13×
Aperture blades
not listed
7
Optical design
not listed
15 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor
not listed
HSM
Image stabilization
not listed
No
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Mount
Pentax K both
Type
Wide Zoom both

Our notes

Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4

The Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4 is an APS-C wide-angle zoom lens covering 12-24mm at f/4 for Pentax K mount cameras. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

Our notes

Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5-5.6 DC HSM

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