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Tokina AT-XAF124DXN 12-24mm Wide-Angle Lens for Nikon | 
| Brand: Tokina
Buy New: $459.50
New (6) Used (1) from $439.00
Rating:  17 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Maximum Focal Length: 24
Minimum Focal Length: 12
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 6.6 x 5.3 x 5.3
MPN: AF 12-24mm
Model: AF 12-24mm
EAN: 4961607633908
ASIN: B00099C2M6
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Optimized for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras | | • | F/22 to F/4 Aperture | | • | 13 Elements in 11 Groups Optical Construction | | • | Macro Ratio - 1 - 8 | | • | 11.8 (30cm) Minimum Focus Distance |
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Product Description
The Tokina AT-X 124 AF PRO DX lens is Tokina's first lens designed with an APS-C sized sensor. This lens gives the Digital Photographer an ultra wide-angle zoom lens that has the equivalent of an 18-36mm zoom range on a 35mm film camera while maintaining a bright constant aperture of f/4. Non-rotating 77mm filter threads mean special effect filters will not change when the lens' focus is changed. Fast internal focusing with Tokina's One-Touch focus clutch mechanism allows the lens to AF focus faster and switching between auto and manual focus is as easy as snapping the focus ring back and forth. 2 sharp-cut aspherical elements accurately correct aspherical aberration usually associated with ultra-wide angle lenses. Bright, constant f/4 aperture allows plenty of light to enter the camera for shooting in a wide variety of photographic situations. A chrome-plated brass mount plate and all-metal zoom unit can stand up to regular use, while an advanced polycarbonate outer lens barrel reduces the weight of the lens, making it a pleasure to carry. Dimensions - 3.3 x 3.5 (84x89.5mm) Weight - 20.1 ounces (570 grams)
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| Customer Reviews: Read 12 more reviews...
 Well Done, Tokina! June 12, 2005
Robert Brody (Kew gardens, New York United States)
183 out of 186 found this review helpful
Like many folks, I was a bit shocked at the price of Nikon's 12-24mm lens. I was willing to pay it, but not if Tokina's version was close, better or equal! My shots were handheld, but just about every shot from the Tokina was sharper, especially at the edges at 12mm. At 24mm, the Tokina seemed to widen the gap. I was really saddened by the Nikon's performance, but the saved 500 bucks was certainly nothing to be sad about!
As to build quality? Forget it. Nikon took the day off on this lens. It feels rather cheap, nothing close to what it's price would indicate. I'm shocked that Nikon made such a plasticy item at close to a 1000 dollars. The Tokina was better in every respect, except I felt the zoom was too stiff.
How about AF? The Nikon focused faster, but frankly the Tokina was focusing FAST as well. A difference that made no difference.
How about CA? I saw little or none from either lens. On the way home I shot some branches and saw very little CA until I cropped past 200%. I'm impressed, but after reviewing my samples I did determine that the Nikon had a bit less CA at the edges.
No, I'm not going to post samples, because they were handheld and there are too many. There have been plenty of samples leaning this way and that already. If there's any logic on this at all consider this: These lenses are pretty close in REAL WORLD use. You don't do much cropping of 12mm shots, unless you didn't take care to compose correctly. In experienced hands either lens will return pro level results, BUT, the Tokina does it better, as good, or just a bit worse...for half the price. I wanted another Nikon logo on the shelf, but I feel that the 12-24 was simply outclassed by the Tokina.
I'm keeping mine. Many thanks to the folks at Tristate Photo in NY who let me shoot away with both, then gave me a nice price of 478.00 on the Tokina.
Robert B
NY
D70, 28-200G, 18-70mm, 70-200 VR, 50mm 1.8, Tokina 12-24, SB800.
Just do it January 27, 2007
listenswithwolves
28 out of 29 found this review helpful
Save yourself a lot o money. You will be happy with this glass. The build has a classic feel and is excellent, and the photos are great. DONT PAY TWICE AS MUCH FOR THE NIKON. If you want an excellent wide angle, buy this and then buy the Nikon 18-200 VR. Actually, do it the other way around.
more than half for less than half May 19, 2006
Eric C. Ratkowski (Detroit, MI USA)
16 out of 27 found this review helpful
This lense occupies the lowest cost rung of a trio of lenses including a thousand-dollar Nikkor and a 700-dollar distortion-resistant Sigma.
For the most part, buying this lense is a cost decision against the size of the Sigma and the name brand of the Nikkor.
I have had excellent results with the Tokina. The biggest issues are the noisy, hunting focus and the extreme distortion as a consequence of the wide angle.
Super lens September 25, 2007
Rodney Nelson
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
After much research, I bought this lens about a month ago and I am loving it. This is my primary lens at the moment , however I do have a 50mm 1.8 prime as a secondary. This lens has a good weight and good build quality. 12mm is a nice wide angle with which you can accomplish some amazing compositions. There are a couple of things to be careful with, which are common with any wide lens - at 12mm and using on camera flash the camera will see it's own shadow cast by the lens - This is not a problem with a separate speedlight.
Great lens! July 29, 2007
R. Holland (Md)
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I just spent two weeks in Hawaii with this lens. Amazing landscape shots and little distortion. I never tried the Nikon 12-24, but at half the price the Tokina is great. It is a bit heavy, but that is because it is built well. If you can't afford a D200 & the Nikon 18-200VR then consider:
1. Tokina 12-24
2. Nikon 18-55
3. Nikon 55-200VR
4. Nikon D80 (If you get a D40 forget the Tokina, no AIS motor)
Yes there is better, but not at that price.
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