Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro Macro

Sharp 1:1 macro lens with classic bokeh

Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro Macro
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 18
Durability 16
Price 15
Usability 15
Brand Tokina

Key Features

OPTICS 9 elements in 8 groups with flat-field design
MACRO True 1:1 life-size magnification at 30cm
APERTURE 9-blade diaphragm for smooth background blur
FOCUS One-touch focus clutch mechanism for AF/MF switching
COATING Multi-layer anti-reflective coatings to reduce flare
COMPATIBILITY Available for Canon EF and Nikon F mounts
CONSTRUCTION All-metal barrel construction for high durability
FILTER 55mm front filter thread size
STABILIZATION None (relies on camera body or tripod)
WEIGHT Approximately 540g depending on mount
DIMENSIONS 73mm x 95mm
WEATHER SEALING Basic dust and moisture resistance
ACCESSORIES Includes BH-551 bayonet-mount lens hood

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro Macro

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present Wide, smooth manual focus ring
Zoom Ring ✗ Not Present Prime lens
Aperture Ring ~ Limited Present on Nikon F-mount version only
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present One-touch focus clutch mechanism
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✓ Present Full/Limit switch
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ~ Limited Basic environmental protection

How-to Use Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AT-X Pro Macro

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 100mm
Aperture Range f/2.8 - f/32
Lens Construction 9 elements in 8 groups
Minimum Focus Distance 0.3m (1:1)
Diaphragm Blades 9
Filter Size 55mm
Focus Mechanism One-touch Focus Clutch
Mount Canon EF / Nikon F
Weight 540g
Dimensions 73 x 95 mm
Stabilization None
Weather Sealing Basic
Autofocus Motor Internal screw drive / Micromotor
Magnification 1:1
Angle of View 24.5 degrees