Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 CF

Versatile ultra-wide zoom for APS-C sensors

Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 CF
79/100
LENS SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Tokina

Key Features

SENSOR Designed for APS-C format DSLR cameras
PROCESSOR N/A - Optical lens construction
AUTOFOCUS Internal silent focus motor with one-touch clutch mechanism
PHASE DETECTION Compatible with DSLR phase-detection AF systems
VIDEO Constant f/2.8 aperture ideal for low-light video
STABILIZATION None - relies on camera body stabilization
BURST RATE Supports high-speed continuous shooting
VIEWFINDER N/A - Optical glass element
DISPLAY N/A
CONNECTIVITY N/A
MEMORY CARD N/A
WEATHER SEALING Water-resistant construction for challenging environments
BATTERY LIFE N/A

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 CF

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present One-touch focus clutch mechanism
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Integrated into focus ring clutch
Image Stabilisation Switch ✗ Not Present
Focus Limiter Switch ✗ Not Present
Function (L-Fn) Button ✗ Not Present
Zoom Lock Switch ✗ Not Present
Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) ✗ Not Present
Weather Sealing ✓ Present Moisture-resistant design

How-to Use Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 CF

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Learn & Master Photography with Tokina 11-20mm f/2.8 CF

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Technical Specification

Format APS-C
Focal Length 11-20mm
Aperture Range f/2.8 - f/22
Lens Construction 14 elements in 12 groups
Diaphragm Blades 9
Minimum Focus Distance 28cm
Filter Thread 82mm
Weight 560g
Dimensions 89 x 92 mm