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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art vs Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX

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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM

Wideangle Zoom | Canon EF

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
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Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX

Wideangle Zoom | Canon EF

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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM vs Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX, two Wideangle Zoom lenses from Sigma and Tokina.

We will start with briefly looking and the main specs of these two lenses and in the section, we will start analyzing in more detail and list the pros and cons of each lenses.

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Key Specs

  • 14-24mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Weather Sealed
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 1150g.
  • Diameter: 96mm
  • Length: 135mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.24m
  • Max Magnification:0.18x

Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX Key Specs

  • 12-28mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 530g.
  • Diameter: 84mm
  • Length: 90mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.25m
  • Max Magnification:0.2x

What type of photography are the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and the Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX
Bird/WildlifePoorFair
SportsPoorFair
PortraitFairGood
TravelAverageGood
StreetAverageGood
WeddingFairGood
Walk AroundAverageVery Good
VloggingGoodGood
LandscapeVery GoodVery Good
MacroPoorFair

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 135mm. The Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX with a length of 90mm is 45mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 96mm compared to Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX's 84mm diameter.

Weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX weighs 530g, 53% (620g) lighter than the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM's weight of 1150g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the 'Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Canon EF Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Canon EF 16-35mm f4L IS USM Lens Canon 16-35mm f4L IS USM
113mm
83mm 615g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 17-40mm f4.0L USM Lens Canon 17-40mm f4.0L USM
97mm
84mm 500g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 16-35mm f2.8L II USM Lens Canon 16-35mm f2.8L II USM
112mm
89mm 635g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 16-35mm f2.8L USM Lens Canon 16-35mm f2.8L USM
103mm
84mm 600g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 10-20mm F3.5 EX DC HSM Lens Sigma 10-20mm F3.5 EX DC HSM
88mm
87mm 520g Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF Lens Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF
134mm
89mm 940g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 16-35mm F2.8L III USM Lens Canon 16-35mm F2.8L III
128mm
89mm 790g Amazon B&H Photo
Canon EF 20-35mm f3.5-4.5 USM Lens Canon 20-35mm f3.5-4.5 USM
69mm
84mm 340g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon 1D X III, Canon 6D MII and Canon 5D MIV.

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM is also available in Nikon F (FX) and Sigma SA mounts.

Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX is also available in Nikon F (DX) mount.

Focal Range

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM has a focal range of 14-24mm and 1.7X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 22.4 - 38.4mm.
Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX has a focal range of 12-28mm and 2.3X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 19.2-44.8mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.

Reasons to choose Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art over Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX

Max Aperture - Wide 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at wide end
Max Aperture - Tele 2.8 vs 4 Wider aperture at tele end
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.24m vs 0.25m can focus closer to the subject

Reasons to choose Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX over Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art

Focal Length - Wide 12mm vs 14mm 2mm Wider coverage
Focal Length - Tele 28mm vs 24mm 4mm more Tele coverage
Optical Zoom 2.30x vs 1.70x More flexible focal coverage
Internal Zoom Yes vs No Length of the lens doesn't change during zooming
Weight 530g vs 1150g 620g lighter
Diameter 84mm vs 96mm 12mm smaller in diameter
Length 90mm vs 135mm 45mm shorter
Max Magnification 0.2x vs 0.18x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Common Strengths of Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art and Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art and Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM vs Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Sigma Tokina
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Canon EF Canon EF
Max Format 35mm FF APS-C / DX
Focal Range 14-24mm 12-28mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No -
Zoom Lock No -
Zoom Ratio 1.7X 2.3X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F4.0
Min Aperture F22 F22.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 17 14
Optical Groups 11 12
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.24m 0.25m
Max Magnification 0.18X 0.2X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Micro-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes No
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 1150g 530g
Diameter 96mm 84mm
Length 135mm 90mm
Materials Magnesium alloy Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Unknown
Filter Thread Unknown 77mm
Filter Notes - -
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown BH-77B
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories Petal hood can be replaced with rounded hood via -
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