Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4 vs Tokina AT-X 525 50-250mm f/4-5.6

Both are Nikon F lenses. Here is what actually differs.

Nikon

AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4

f/4

Full specs

Tokina

AT-X 525 50-250mm f/4-5.6

f/4720 gMF

Full specs

Pick the Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4 if

Our spec data shows no clear advantage for this lens.

Pick the Tokina AT-X 525 50-250mm f/4-5.6 if

You want a wider view: 50mm vs 70mm at the wide end
You need more reach: 250mm vs 210mm at the long end

Spec differences

13 differences

Specifications that differ between the Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4 and the Tokina AT-X 525 50-250mm f/4-5.6
	Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4	Tokina AT-X 525 50-250mm f/4-5.6
Brand	Nikon	Tokina
Type	Telephoto Zoom	Superzoom
Format	not listed	Full frame
Focal length	70-210mm	50-250mm
Weight	not listed	720 g
Length	not listed	140 mm
Diameter	not listed	68 mm
Filter thread	not listed	55 mm
Min focus distance	not listed	1.8 m
Max magnification	not listed	0.56×
Optical design	not listed	14 elements / 11 groups
Autofocus motor	not listed	Manual focus
Image stabilization	not listed	No

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

Mount: Nikon F both
Max aperture: f/4 both

Our notes

Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4

The Nikon AF Zoom-Nikkor 70-210mm f/4 is a telephoto zoom lens covering 70-210mm at f/4 for Nikon F mount cameras. The range suits sports, wildlife, events and portraits.

Our notes