Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM vs Tokina atx-m 11-18mm F2.8

Both are Sony E wide zoom lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Sony · 2020

FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM

f/2.8847 g

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Tokina

atx-m 11-18mm F2.8

f/2.8335 g

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Pick the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM if

You need more reach: 24mm vs 18mm at the long end
You want bigger close-ups: 0.14× vs 0.11× maximum magnification
You shoot full frame: the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm F2.8 is made for APS-C
Our notes say it suits: Astrophotography, architecture and interiors, dramatic landscapes

Pick the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm F2.8 if

You want the lighter lens to carry: 512 g lighter (335 g vs 847 g)
You want a wider view: 11mm vs 12mm at the wide end
You shoot close-ups: it focuses down to 0.19 m vs 0.28 m
You want a compact lens: 74 mm vs 137 mm long

Spec differences

12 differences

Specifications that differ between the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM and the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm F2.8
	Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM	Tokina atx-m 11-18mm F2.8
Brand	Sony	Tokina
Format	Full frame	APS-C
Focal length	12-24mm	11-18mm
Weight	847 g	335 g lighter
Length	137 mm	74 mm shorter
Diameter	97.6 mm	74 mm slimmer
Filter thread	not listed	67 mm
Min focus distance	0.28 m	0.19 m closer
Max magnification	0.14× larger	0.11×
Aperture blades	not listed	9
Optical design	not listed	13 elements / 11 groups
Released	2020	not listed

4 identical specs hidden: mount, type, max aperture, image stabilization. Show all

Mount: Sony E both
Type: Wide Zoom both
Max aperture: f/2.8 both
Image stabilization: No both

Our notes

Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM

An f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom for full-frame E-mount covering 12-24mm. The bulbous front element prevents screw-in filters, so filters are handled at the rear or with a holder.