Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

Got this lens 2 weeks ago to complement my D7000 and my 16-85mm VR lens. This Tokina is remarkably sharp, low distortion, built like a tank, great colour rendition with only a little purple fringing at times, all in all a great lens.
BUT... for some reason at 16mm the photos always come out overexposed by about 2/3 of a stop, even one full stop if stopped down to f/8. If I keep that in mind and purposely "underexpose" when I shoot at 16mm, then the pictures are absolutely superb. Because of that minor flaw and also because of the limited focal range, I am tempted to get the Nikon 10-24... will sleep on it first.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I just got this and have used it for overall shots of a room, e.g., documenting a house being built or shooting a party. The wider aperture is useful indoors. I find the photos having quite a bit of distortion; they do not look quite "real", but I've found some lens corrections for Lightroom. Perhaps this is always true of 11 mm photos taken indoors. Landscapes would probably look great taken with this lens, but have not had the chance to do this yet.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I have recently returned from a trip to Hawaii where I gave the Tokina 11-16mm a serious test run on my D7000 Nikkon. I am usually carrying around a 18-200mm as my "Swiss knife" and a 50mm 1.4 for sports and night shots. I figured that Maui should provide plenty of opportunities to capture scenery and wide landscape shoots, so I decided to add this ultra-wide pick to my bag. Smart move! This is the first non-Nikkon lens I have been using and what a tremendous lens it is! everything I have read about the lens was true. High quality construction. Ultra-wide view at 11mm. Very quick to handle low light conditions and mostly – SUPER sharp throughout the (limited) zoom range. Some of the shots I took at sunset walking into the water up to knees and shooting a portrait of the kids from 2 feet away were voted the best portraits ever by anyone who saw the end photos.

It is a great addition to anyone that wants to add a unique lens to his/her bag. You want regret this decision.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

Have only been using it for 2 weeks, but this has already become my go-to-lens. Before getting this lens I mostly shot with a 35mm prime and 16-85mm zoom, while these 2 lens worked well for the range of portraits and landscapes and detail shots I would get, they didn't give me the wide range this lens does and boy did I not know what I was missing.

I take a lot of shots of my 2 year old toddler and what I love about this lens is it is fast and gets all the action in the shot even up close! Works great with my D7000, highly recommend it.

The only issue I have with it is I have found that I have to play with the white balance more than with my other lens, but that is probably because the wide view captures more of a range of lighting sources.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

Great for landscape and large group shots. Works well with D90 for indoor and outdoor uses. Once in a while it will take longer to autofocus but overall great quality lens. Look for it around Black Friday for [$].

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

This is my first "DX" lens purchase. I use it on my D7000 and I am impressed. It is perfect for landscapes... very sharp and fast to focus. It has a nice feel to it and a solid build. I had no trouble mounting it and it fits nice and secure. I am very happy with this purchase.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

Tried the Tamron 12-24 (returned it) and the Nikon (nice but pricey) in the same range, this was the absolute best buy. I am an advanced amateur photog looking for a specialty lens that can be used mostly indoors, the Tokina 2.8 is the only way to go. Had to give up AutoFocus, but the loss is worth the quality and abilities of the lens.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I haven't had the lens for very long, but so far so good.

It definitely is wide. Although the distortion is 'natural' looking somehow. Its great for portraits of my kids. You can fit a 3 year old entirely in the frame at a distance of 2 or 3 feet (like I said its wide)

The AF uses the old screw type motor so its slow if you're used to AF-S type lenses. That is not really a problem with such a wide lens as you won't be using it for action and the Depth of Field is very deep, so if you're focused close, you're focused.

The glass seems pretty good, its not an ED Nikkor Lens but it doesn't cost as much either.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

This is my first Tokina lens purchase for my Nikon DSLR. I'm more than pleased with the phyical build quality as well as the photo quality. The lens is very sharp at all apertures and great in low light situations. Haven't found any negative aspects...

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

The Tokina 11-16mm is a solidly build lens that is always in my kit. Although the lens is definatly a specialty lens, I find myself using it constantly. A superwide angle lens in your kit is a must and in my opinion this is the best 3rd part super wide out there and arguably the best including the nikon 12-24.
I do both film and photography with a D7000. When filming in a tight spot or looking to create a special look the Tokina excels because of the 2.8 aperture. The lens works great for awkardly lit sporting events or low light studio shots.

For photography the lens is great for tight situations and special effects alike

The Zoom on it is very short, I pretty much use it for croping and proper framing.

The lens is well built and will really add to your arsenal, and for the price, this pro quality lens is unmatched

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

Great sharp lens for landscape and anytime you need that extra width. Built solid, I like the one touch clutch mechanism for focusing. However I think it's best to allow the autofocus to do must of the work.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

The lens is everything they say about it and more. B&H provides great service and delivered the item quickly. Thanks!

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I am a student film maker and occasional mini documentary maker and with low budget shoots that have tight locations, this lens gives you the freedom to make the most out of that small space! Very sharp lens too!

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

This baby is sharp and fast. Great lens at a great price.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

This is by far the best ultrawide zoom available for Nikon DX cameras. It's better (and cheaper than even Nikon's 12-24mm AF-S DX and the newer 10-24mm AF-S Nikkor f/3.5-4.5G DX ED!

Actually it's my only non-Nikon lens but I love it ;)

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

if you cant afford the Nikon 10-24mm then this is the next best lens to get. (check to make sure it works with which model).

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I've been using this for taking pictures of the marching band as it moves through its competition season. Getting pictures of small groups as they warm up and getting the entire line as they march by has been MUCH easier with this lens. As long as I'm not right next to someone, the distortion is not bad at all.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I am a stickler for sharpness and must admit to pixel peeping when testing a new lens. Well, this offering from Tokina more than met my expectations! You can believe all the glowing reviews. And this is from a photographer with 40 yeas field experience, professional industrial, and widely published. Hair splitting sharp in the center even at f/2.8 (after tweaking my d300 AF Fine Tune). Stop down a little and the edges improve markedly. Trust me, this is a much better performer all the way through its range than the Nikon 12-24mm. And Nikon should strive for the Tokina's construction quality throughout its lens line. This is the first off-brand Nikon lens I have bought, and I am not disappointed. It is a true gem.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

I picked this lens up for my FS100 for exteriors and landscapes. I've only had a few chances to play with it but so far I've had great results. The distortion is very low for a lens at this price point.

The zoom ring is a little tight for my liking, but that's not really a negative, more an opinion.

This is a great match for the FS100.

Comments about Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X 116 Pro DX Autofocus Lens for Nikon DX-Format DSLRs:

A fantastick wide angle lens