Product Comparison: Sigma AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM vs Tokina AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II


Sigma AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
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Tokina AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II Camera Lens
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General Specifications
Brand
Sigma
Tokina
Model
AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM
AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II
Origin
Japan
Japan
About the Product
The first ultra-wide zoom lens with a minimum focal length of 8mm, designed especially for APS-C size image sensors. The wide angle of view and exaggerated perspective enables the photographer to emphasise the subject.
This compact ultra wide-angle zoom has a bright constant F/2.8 aperture make viewing and auto focus possible in lower light situations but still maintaining a reasonable size and weight.
Key Specs
Mount Type
Canon EF / Nikon F / Sony A
Canon EF / Nikon F / Sony A
Maximum Aperture
4.5 /f
2.8 /f
Minimum Focal Length
8 millimeters
11 millimeters
Maximum Focal Length
16 millimeters
16 millimeters
Lens Type
Zoom
Zoom
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Sigma AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
  • It's very sharp for a zoom lens.
  • Inside the APS-C image area, it's pin-sharp everywhere at all focal lengths and apertures.
  • The aperture control works perfectly.
  • The image quality is fantastic. Very sharp across the whole frame and it renders colours very nicely.
  • Slow f/4.5 maximum aperture and not usable with built in camera flash.
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II Camera Lens
  • Super sharp anywhere from 12mm to 16mm.
  • Sharp at both 11mm and 16mm.
  • Sharp and relatively fast. Built solid.
  • The focal length and fast aperture makes it well worth the money.
  • Short focal range compared to other options.
Size & Weight
Height
3 in.
3.3 in.
Width
3 in.
3.3 in.
Depth
4.2 in.
3.5 in.
Weight
19.6 oz.
19.4 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sigma AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
  • The quality of the lens is superb, good weight.
  • The build quality is good. Great size and weight.
  • The construction is very durable. Great weight.
  • Excellent compact lens.
  • This lens is heavy especially considering some of the entry level lenses Canon and others have on offer.
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II Camera Lens
  • It's clear, clean, crisp and fast glass. Great size.
  • Very sturdy construction and heavy.
  • It's a heavy lens and well built.
  • The weight feels good in your hands.
  • Weight has to be the worst quality of this lens. It is heavy!
Imaging
Minimum Focus Distance
9.4 in.
11.8 in.
Field Of View
121.2° - 83.2°
104°-82°
Zoom Type
Rotating
Rotating
Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus
Auto Focus, Manual Focus, Manual/Auto Focus
Optical Stabilization
No
No
What customers say about "Imaging"
Sigma AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
  • The zoom/focus rings are smooth and feel quality.
  • AF is fast and silent.
  • It works great - quick auto focus and captures lots of details even at 8mm.
  • The focus ring feels a little rough when manually focusing.
  • The focus motor is a little loud.
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II Camera Lens
  • Nice wide angle considering the price.
  • The DX II has an internal focus motor.
  • The auto focus is impressive.
  • Smooth, quick to focus, and fast with nice glass.
  • Manual focus is easy and quick.
Features
Brand Compatibility
Canon / Nikon / Sony
Canon / Nikon / Sony
Sensor Type Compatibility
DX-format
DX-format
Lens Groups and Elements
15 Elements in 11 Groups
13 Elements in 11 Groups
Number of Aperture Blades
7
9
Extras
Hyper Sonic Motor, FLD glass, Aspherical Lens
Multi-Coating, Internal Focusing, One-touch Focus Clutch Mechanism
Filter Diameter
77 millimeters
What customers say about "Features"
Sigma AF 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
  • Good construction, feels good in hands.
  • The front element is slightly protected by the pseudo hood.
  • The build is very good.
  • Nice finish and feel and focus.
  • Focus is quick and quiet. Great features.
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO SD 11-16mm F2.8 (IF) DX II Camera Lens
  • Love the manual/auto slip ring - takes a little learning, but super effective.
  • No lens creep and feels very well built.
  • The image quality is great; very sharp and crystal clear.
  • I am very happy with this lens. Great features.
  • Solidly built, and the helicoids for focus and zoom work great.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download

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