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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art vs Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX

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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM

Wideangle Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
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Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX

Wideangle Zoom | Nikon F (FX)

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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM vs Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX, 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
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 1150g.
  • Diameter: 96mm
  • Length: 135mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.24m
  • Max Magnification:0.18x

Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX Key Specs

  • 16-28mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Max Format:
  • Nikon F (FX) Mount
  • Weight: 950g.
  • Diameter: 90mm
  • Length: 133mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.19x

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 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX with a length of 133mm is 2mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 96mm compared to Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX's 90mm 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 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX weighs 950g, 21% (200g) 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 Nikon F (FX) Mount for size comparison purposes.

Wideangle Zoom Lenses in Nikon F (FX) Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8G ED Lens Nikon 14-24mm f2.8G ED
132mm
98mm 970g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f4G ED VR Lens Nikon 16-35mm f4G ED VR
125mm
83mm 685g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 17-35mm f2.8D ED-IF Lens Nikon 17-35mm f2.8D ED-IF
106mm
83mm 745g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD G2
145mm
98mm 1110g Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP 15-30mm F2.8 Di VC USD Lens Tamron 15-30mm f2.8 VC USD
145mm
98mm 1100g Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF Nikkor 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED Lens Nikon 18-35mm f3.5-4.5D IF ED
83mm
83mm 370g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM Lens Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM
120mm
87mm 670g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG Aspherical HSM Lens Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM
103mm
87mm 600g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM and Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX has the same Nikon F (FX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (FX) lenses are Nikon D6, Nikon D780 and Nikon D3500.

Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM is also available in Canon EF and Sigma SA mounts.

Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX is also available in Canon EF 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 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 21 - 36mm.
Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX has a focal range of 16-28mm and 1.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 24 - 42mm.

Reasons to choose Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art over Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX

Focal Length - Wide 14mm vs 16mm 2mm Wider coverage
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust
Minimum Focus Distance 0.24m vs 0.28m can focus closer to the subject
Reasons to choose Tokina AT-X 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX over Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
Focal Length - Tele 28mm vs 24mm 4mm more Tele coverage
Optical Zoom 1.80x vs 1.70x More flexible focal coverage
Internal Zoom Yes vs No Length of the lens doesn't change during zooming
Weight 950g vs 1150g 200g lighter
Diameter 90mm vs 96mm 6mm smaller in diameter
Length 133mm vs 135mm 2mm shorter
Max Magnification 0.19x 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 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX
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 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization



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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM vs Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Tokina 16-28mm f2.8 Pro FX
Brand Sigma Tokina
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (FX) Nikon F (FX)
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 14-24mm 16-28mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No -
Zoom Lock No -
Zoom Ratio 1.7X 1.8X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Min Aperture F22 F22.0
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 unknown
Optics
Optical Elements 17 15
Optical Groups 11 13
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.24m 0.28m
Max Magnification 0.18X 0.19X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Ring-type ultrasonic Micromotor
Full Time Manual Yes
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 950g
Diameter 96mm 90mm
Length 135mm 133mm
Materials Magnesium alloy Unknown
Weather Sealing Yes Unknown
Filter Thread Unknown Unknown
Filter Notes - Filters cannot be attached to this lens
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code Unknown Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories Petal hood can be replaced with rounded hood via -
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