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Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX II vs Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical

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Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II

Wideangle Zoom | Sony Alpha

Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX II
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Samyang 14mm F2.8

Wideangle Prime | Sony Alpha

Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical
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Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II vs Samyang 14mm F2.8 Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two lenses with different focal types: Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II is a Wideangle Zoom lens with a 11-16mm focal range and a max aperture of F2.8 whereas Samyang 14mm F2.8 is a Wideangle Prime lens with a 14mm focal range and max aperture of F2.8.

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.

Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II Key Specs

  • 11-16mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 560g.
  • Diameter: 84mm
  • Length: 89mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.3m

Samyang 14mm F2.8 Key Specs

  • 14mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony Alpha Mount
  • Weight: 552g.
  • Diameter: 87mm
  • Length: 96mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m

What type of photography are the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II and Samyang 14mm F2.8 lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II and the Samyang 14mm F2.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II Samyang 14mm F2.8
Bird/WildlifePoorPoor
SportsPoorPoor
PortraitFairFair
TravelGoodFair
StreetGoodAverage
WeddingFairFair
Walk AroundGoodFair
VloggingVery GoodGood
LandscapeVery GoodGood

Size and Weight Comparison

Size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses.Samyang 14mm F2.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 96mm. The Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II with a length of 89mm is 7mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Samyang 14mm F2.8 also has a larger diameter of 87mm compared to Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II'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. Samyang 14mm F2.8 weighs 552g, 1% (8g) lighter than the Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II's weight of 560g.


Lens Mounts

Both Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II and Samyang 14mm F2.8 has the same Sony Alpha lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony Alpha lenses are Sony A68, Sony A77 II and Sony A58.

Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II is also available in Canon EF and Nikon F (DX) mounts.

Samyang 14mm F2.8 is also available in Canon EF , Nikon F (FX), Four Thirds, Pentax KAF, Sony E and Samsung NX mounts.

Focal Range

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 16.5-24mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera. Samyang 14mm F2.8 is a prime lens with fixed focal lenght of 14mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.5x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 21mm.

Reasons to choose Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX II over Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical

Focal Length - Wide 11mm vs 14mm 3mm Wider coverage
Focal Length - Tele 16mm vs 14mm 2mm more Tele coverage
Optical Zoom 1.50x vs 1.00x More flexible focal coverage
Diaphgragm Blades 9 vs 6 Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Diameter 84mm vs 87mm 3mm smaller in diameter
Length 89mm vs 96mm 7mm shorter

Reasons to choose Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical over Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX II

Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors
Weight 552g vs 560g 8g lighter
Minimum Focus Distance 0.28m vs 0.3m can focus closer to the subject

Common Strengths of Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX II and Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical
Autofocus Yes vs Yes Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Common Weaknesses of Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX II and Samyang 14mm F2.8 IF ED MC Aspherical
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Weather Sealing No vs No not safe under rain and dust



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Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX II vs Samyang 14mm F2.8 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tokina Samyang
Lens Type Zoom Prime
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Prime
Lens Mount Sony Alpha Sony Alpha
Max Format APS-C / DX 35mm FF
Focal Range 11-16mm 14mm
Image Stabilization No No
Colour Black Unknown
Zoom Method Rotary (internal) No Zoom
Power Zoom - No
Zoom Lock - No
Zoom Ratio 1.5X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Min Aperture F22.0 F22.0
Aperture Ring No Yes
Diaphragm Blades 9 6
Optics
Optical Elements 13 14
Optical Groups 11 10
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.3m 0.28m
Max Magnification unknown unknown
Autofocus Yes No
AF Motor Type Micromotor None
Full Time Manual No N/A
Focus Method Internal Unknown
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown Unknown
Physical Specs
Weight 560g 552g
Diameter 84mm 87mm
Length 89mm 96mm
Materials Unknown Unknown
Weather Sealing Unknown No
Filter Thread 77mm Unknown
Filter Notes - Filters cannot be attached to this lens
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Hood Code BH-77B Unknown
Tripod Collar No No
Optional Accessories - -
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