The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM and the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
The size of a lens is a crucial factor to consider when comparing two lenses. Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM is the longer of the two lenses at 121mm. The Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II with a length of 89mm, is 32mm shorter. On the other hand, the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II has a larger diameter of 84mm compared to the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM's 78mm diameter.
The weight of a lens is equally significant as its external dimensions, particularly if you intend to handhold your camera and lens combination for extended periods. Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II weighs 560g, 30% (250g) lighter than the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM's weight of 810g.
Filter Threads
The Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM has a filter size of 72mm whereas the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II has a 77mm diameter. Larger filters are generally more expensive than the smaller ones given all the other features are equal.
Below are links to the 72mm filters that we recommend you to consider for the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM:
And these are the 77mm filters that we recommend for the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II:
Lens Mounts
Both the Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM and the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II has the same Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Canon EF lenses are Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3.
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM is also available in the Pentax KAF , Sony Alpha, Sigma SA and Nikon F (DX) mounts.
Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II is also available in Nikon F (DX) and Sony Alpha mounts.
Focal Range
Sigma 18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM has a focal range of 18-35mm and
1.9X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of
28.8-56mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
On the other hand, the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II has a focal range of 11-16mm and 1.5X zoom ratio which has an effective (full-frame 35mm equivalent) focal range of 17.6-25.6mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.
