Tokina AT-X 11-16mm f/2.8 Pro DX II

Legendary ultra-wide zoom for APS-C sensors

Tokina AT-X 11-16mm f/2.8 Pro DX II
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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 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 N/A - Optical performance
VIEWFINDER N/A - Optical lens
DISPLAY N/A - Optical lens
CONNECTIVITY N/A - Mechanical lens mount
MEMORY CARD N/A - Optical lens
WEATHER SEALING Water-resistant construction for challenging environments
BATTERY LIFE N/A - Passive optical component

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tokina AT-X 11-16mm f/2.8 Pro DX II

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present One-touch focus clutch mechanism
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Via 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 mount seal

How-to Use Tokina AT-X 11-16mm f/2.8 Pro DX II

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Learn & Master Photography with Tokina AT-X 11-16mm f/2.8 Pro DX II

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 11-16mm
Max Aperture f/2.8
Min Aperture f/22
Lens Construction 13 elements in 11 groups
Diaphragm Blades 9
Min Focus Distance 0.3m
Filter Thread 77mm
Weight 550g
Dimensions 84 x 89.2 mm