Quick answer
An updated constant f/2.8 ultra-wide zoom for APS-C DSLRs with a longer 20mm end than the 11-16. It weighs about 560 g and takes 82mm filters.
Pros
- Constant f/2.8 across 11-20mm
- Extra reach over the 11-16mm
- 82mm screw-in filter thread
- One-touch focus clutch
Cons
- APS-C only
- No stabilization
- Heavier than the 11-16mm
Verdict
A sensible upgrade from the 11-16mm if you need the extra range. It is still a bright, practical wide zoom for crop bodies.
About this lens
This 11-20mm f/2.8 APS-C fast wide-angle zoom lens from Tokina fits Nikon F mount cameras. A fast wide-angle zoom from Tokina's AT-X line.
Tokina AT-X 11-20 PRO DX 11-20mm f/2.8 specifications
- Brand
- Tokina
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Focal length
- 11-20mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Wide Zoom
- Format coverage
- aps-c
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 12 groups
- Aperture blades
- 9
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.28 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.12x
- Filter thread
- 82 mm
- Weight
- 560 g
- Length
- 92 mm
- Diameter
- 89 mm
Specification source: tokinalens.com
What can you shoot with the Tokina AT-X 11-20 PRO DX 11-20mm f/2.8?
- Landscapes on APS-C
- Architecture and interiors
- Handheld wide-angle shooting
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APS-C | 1.5x | 17–30mm | 61.9–95° | 71.6–105.3° |
Frequently asked questions
How does the Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 differ from the 11-16mm?
It covers a longer range up to 20mm, uses an 82mm filter instead of 77mm and is slightly heavier. Both keep a constant f/2.8 aperture.
Is the Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 stabilized?
No. It has no optical stabilization, so keep shutter speeds suitable for handheld shooting.
How wide is 11-20mm on a Nikon APS-C body?
It frames like roughly 16.5-30mm on full frame.
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All Nikon F lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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