Quick answer
The Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S is a standard to telephoto telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for the Pentax K mount. Its bright maximum aperture handles indoor and evening light reasonably well.
About this lens
The Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S is a full-frame fast telephoto zoom lens covering 70-200mm at f/2.8 for Pentax K mount cameras. A professional-grade constant-aperture zoom from Tokina's AT-X line.
Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S specifications
- Brand
- Tokina
- Mount
- Pentax K
- Focal length
- 70-200mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/2.8
- Lens type
- Telephoto Zoom
What can you shoot with the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S?
At 70-200mm this is a standard to telephoto telephoto zoom, which typically suits:
- Everyday and street photography
- Natural-perspective portraits
- Documentary and travel work
- Portraits with a flattering perspective
- Events and weddings
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 | 70–200mm | 10.3–28.8° | 12.3–34.3° |
| APS-C | 1.5x | 105–300mm | 6.9–19.5° | 8.2–23.3° |
Frequently asked questions
What mount does the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S use?
It uses the Pentax K mount, so it fits Pentax K cameras directly.
What is the focal length of the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S?
It zooms across 70-200mm with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. That makes it a standard to telephoto lens.
Is the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S a prime or a zoom lens?
It is a zoom lens covering 70-200mm, so you can reframe without moving. Its maximum aperture is f/2.8.
What is the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S equivalent on a crop sensor?
On APS-C (1.5x crop) it frames like 105–300mm on full frame, with a 6.9–19.5° horizontal and 8.2–23.3° diagonal field of view. These figures are calculated from the focal length and crop factor.
Which cameras does the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/2.8 PRO FX VCM-S fit?
Any Pentax K-mount camera, including Pentax K-1, Pentax K-3, Pentax K-3 II, Pentax K-3 Mark III, and Pentax K-30 and 15 more.
Alternatives for Pentax K from other brands
All Pentax K lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
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