Tokina AT-X PRO 28mm
Score: 85/100
Olympus 12mm Black
Score: 86/100Rankings
The OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 12mm f/2.0 is an ultra-compact, all-metal prime lens offering a fast f/2 aperture and excellent sharpness. Its trade-offs include noticeable vignetting and barrel distortion at the widest aperture. Ideal for street, travel and low-light shooters who value portability.
The Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f/2.8 PRO FX provides a constant f/2.8 aperture with high optical performance and full weather sealing for Nikon full-frame shooters. Its heavy weight and absence of a filter thread make it less convenient for travel. Best suited for professional landscape and architecture work.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 12 mmbest | |
2.8best | 2 | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.28 m | 0.2 mbest |
| ↓ lower better | 950 g | 130 gbest |
1.8best | — | |
9best | — | |
5.3best | 0.1 | |
15best | 11 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compatibility(2) | ||
Lens Mount | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Mount Compatibility | FX full-frame, DX crop | Micro Four Thirds System Camera |
Features(2) | ||
Autofocus Type | Silent DC motor with GMR magnetic AF sensor | MSC |
Focus Type | Internal focusing | MSC internal focusing system |
Optics(7) | ||
Focal Length (mm) | 16-28 mm | 12 mm |
Maximum Aperture (f‑stop) | 2.8 | 2.0 |
Minimum Focus Distance (m) | 0.28 m | 0.2 m |
Macro Ratio | 5.26 | 0.08 |
Number of Optical Elements | 15 | 11 |
Number of Optical Groups | 13 | 8 |
Coating | Multi-layer | ZERO |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 950 g | 130 g |
Length (mm) | 133.3 mm | 43 mm |
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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 14-24mm lens.
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.
Professional reviewers praise the OM System 12mm f/2 for its ultra-compact build, silent MSC autofocus, and outstanding sharpness across the frame even wide open. They highlight the premium all-metal construction, precise manual-focus clutch, and excellent flare resistance from the ZERO coating. The main criticisms focus on the visible vignetting at f/2, slight barrel distortion, occasional purple fringing, and the omission of a lens hood.
Everyday users love the lens's "true magic" image quality, rapid and accurate autofocus, and the lightweight, sturdy metal body that fits comfortably in a travel kit. Common praise centers on low-light performance, portability, and the satisfying manual-focus feel. Recurring complaints involve sample-to-sample variation, noticeable vignetting and distortion at wide apertures, purple fringing in high-contrast scenes, and the lack of an included hood.
“"true magic" rendering”
“"super fast accurate focus (quicker than some full-frame lenses)"”
