Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4

Classic wide-angle zoom for APS-C sensors

Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4
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LENS SCORE
Features 15
Performance 17
Durability 17
Price 15
Usability 15
Brand Tokina

Key Features

OPTICS 13 elements in 11 groups with aspherical elements
APERTURE Constant f/4 maximum aperture throughout the zoom range
FOCUS One-touch focus clutch mechanism for switching AF/MF
MOUNT Available for Canon EF-S and Nikon F DX mounts
DIAPHRAGM 9-blade rounded diaphragm for smooth bokeh
CONSTRUCTION Pro-grade metal barrel construction with high durability
COATING Multi-layer coatings to reduce flare and ghosting
ZOOM Internal zoom mechanism maintains lens length
FILTER 77mm front filter thread size
COMPATIBILITY Designed specifically for APS-C crop sensor cameras
MIN FOCUS 0.3m minimum focusing distance across zoom range
WEATHER SEALING Basic dust and moisture resistance in mount
WEIGHT Approximately 540g depending on mount

The Most Important Rings & Switches — Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4

Ring / Switch / Control Status Note
Focus Ring ✓ Present One-touch clutch mechanism
Zoom Ring ✓ Present
Aperture Ring ✗ Not Present
AF/MF Switch ✓ Present Via focus 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 ~ Limited Mount gasket only

How-to Use Tokina AT-X 124 PRO DX 12-24mm f/4

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Technical Specification

Focal Length 12-24mm
Aperture f/4 - f/22
Lens Construction 13 elements in 11 groups
Angle of View 99u00b0 - 61u00b0
Min Focus Distance 0.3m
Max Magnification 1:8
Diaphragm Blades 9
Filter Size 77mm
Focus System Internal focus
Weight 540g
Dimensions 84mm x 89.5mm
Mount Canon EF-S / Nikon F
Stabilization None
Weather Sealing Yes (Mount gasket)
Hood BH-777 (Petal type)