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Quick answer
A constant f/2.8 wide zoom for full-frame DSLRs covering 16-28mm. It has a bulbous front element.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8
- Sharp
- Robust build
Cons
- Heavy
- Bulbous front element
Verdict
Consider it an alternative to wide zooms from larger brands.
About this lens
A 16-28mm f/2.8 full-frame fast wide-angle zoom lens, the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8 is designed for Canon EF mount bodies. A professional-grade constant-aperture zoom from Tokina's AT-X line.
Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8 specifications
- Brand
- Tokina
- Mount
- Canon EF
- Focal length
- 16-28mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Optical construction
- 15 elements in 13 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.28 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.19x
- Weight
- 950 g
- Length
- 133 mm
- Diameter
- 90 mm
Specification source: tokinalens.com
What can you shoot with the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8?
- Landscape
- Architecture
- Astro
Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 16–28mm | 65.5–96.7° | 75.4–107° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 26–45mm | 43.8–70.2° | 51.6–80.4° |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8 take filters?
Not standard screw-in filters, because the front element is curved.
Is the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8 full-frame?
Yes. It covers the full 35mm frame, and it can also be used on APS-C bodies with a crop.
Does the Tokina AT-X 16-28 PRO FX 16-28mm f/2.8 have a focus clutch?
Yes. Tokina's one-touch focus clutch switches between autofocus and manual focus.
Alternatives for Canon EF from other brands
All Canon EF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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