Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 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.
Pick the Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED AL IF SDM if
- You need more reach: 50mm vs 28mm at the long end
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
6 differences| Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 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
|
| Image stabilization |
No
|
not listed
|
| Released |
2007
|
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 Pentax-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED AL IF SDM
A 16-50mm f/2.8 fast standard zoom lens, the Pentax smc Pentax-DA* 16-50mm f/2.8 ED AL IF SDM is designed for Pentax K mount bodies, with extra-low dispersion glass. A premium weather-resistant "Star" series lens for Pentax K-mount cameras.
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.
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