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Sony DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 vs Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4

Both are Sony A lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Pick the Sony DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 if

  • You need ⅓ stop more light for low light or background blur (f/3.5 vs f/4)
  • You need more reach: 105mm vs 24mm at the long end

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

  • You want a wider view: 12mm vs 16mm at the wide end

Spec differences

15 differences
Specifications that differ between the Sony DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 and the Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4
Sony DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4
Brand
Sony
Tokina
Type
Zoom
Wide Zoom
Format
APS-C
not listed
Focal length
16-105mm
12-24mm
Max aperture
f/3.5 ⅓ stop faster
f/4
Weight
470 g
not listed
Length
83 mm
not listed
Filter thread
62 mm
not listed
Min focus distance
0.4 m
not listed
Max magnification
0.23×
not listed
Aperture blades
7
not listed
Optical design
15 elements / 11 groups
not listed
Autofocus motor
screw-drive
not listed
Image stabilization
No
not listed
Released
2007
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Mount
Sony A both

Our notes

Sony DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6

The Sony DT 16-105mm F3.5-5.6 is a superzoom lens covering 16-105mm at f/3.5-5.6 for Sony A mount cameras. The wide-to-tele range makes it a one-lens option for travel and everyday shooting.

Our notes

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

A 12-24mm f/4 APS-C wide-angle zoom lens, the Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4 is designed for Sony A mount bodies. It covers wide angles for landscapes, interiors and architecture.

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