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The Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 PRO FX is a professional‑grade ultra‑wide zoom lens for Nikon F‑mount full‑frame cameras, offering a constant f/2.8 aperture and a complex 15‑element optical design. It delivers high resolution and low distortion comparable to Nikon’s flagship 14‑24mm, while featuring weather sealing and a built‑in hood, though it is heavy and lacks a filter thread.
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$549.00
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$549.60
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers praise the Tokina 16‑28mm f/2.8 for its optical sharpness, low distortion and constant f/2.8 aperture, noting it rivals Nikon’s much pricier 14‑24mm lens. They also highlight the fast silent DC motor, One‑Touch Focus Clutch, weather sealing and built‑in hood as strong points, while pointing out the limited zoom range, stiff zoom ring, flare susceptibility and the lack of a filter thread as drawbacks.
What Users Say
Everyday users consistently applaud the lens’s sharpness, low‑light capability and solid build quality, seeing it as a high‑value alternative to Nikon’s flagship optics. Common complaints revolve around its heavy weight, inability to use filters, flare in bright backlit situations, and a zoom ring that feels stiff.
Common Complaints
Weight and bulk, flare when shooting into the sun, lack of filter thread, stiff zoom operation, and occasional AF noise on certain camera bodies.
How It Compares
vs. Nikon AF‑S 14‑24mm f/2.8G ED
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Choose Tokina for budget‑conscious pros needing similar image quality; choose Nikon for wider coverage and better flare control.
vs. Nikon AF‑S 16‑35mm f/4G ED VR
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Select Tokina when f/2.8 is essential; select Nikon 16‑35mm for lighter weight, VR, and filter use.