The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX II and the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX for their suitability to various photography scenarios:
Size and Weight Comparison
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 12-24mm f4 DX II weighs 540g, which means it is 30g (5%) lighter than the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX which has a weight of 570g.
Filter Threads
Both the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX II and the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX have the same Filter thread size of 77mm.
Below are links to the 77mm filters that we recommend you to consider for these lenses:
Lens Mounts
The Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX II has the Nikon F (DX) lens mount whereas the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX has the Canon EF lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with these mounts are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600 for the Nikon F (DX) Mount and Canon T8i, Canon 90D and Canon SL3 for the Canon EF Mount.
Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX II is also available in the Canon EF mount.
Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is also available in Nikon F (DX) mount.
Focal Range
Both lenses have the same focal range of
12-24mm and the fastest aperture of
F4.0.
