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Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF vs Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art

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Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF

Wideangle Zoom | Canon EF

Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF
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Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM

Wideangle Zoom | Canon EF

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Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF vs Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF and Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM, two Wideangle Zoom lenses from Tokina and Sigma.

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 Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF Key Specs

  • 16-28mm Focal Range
  • F2.8 Max Aperture
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Canon EF Mount
  • Weight: 940g.
  • Diameter: 89mm
  • Length: 134mm
  • Min Focus Distance:0.28m
  • Max Magnification:0.19x

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

What type of photography are the Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF and Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF and the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM
Bird/WildlifePoorPoor
SportsPoorPoor
PortraitFairFair
TravelGoodAverage
StreetGoodAverage
WeddingFairFair
Walk AroundGoodAverage
VloggingVery GoodGood
LandscapeVery GoodVery Good
MacroPoorPoor

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 Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF with a length of 134mm is 1mm shorter. Besides being longer, the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM also has a larger diameter of 96mm compared to Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF's 89mm 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 Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF weighs 940g, which means it is 210g (18%) lighter than the Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM which has a 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
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
Tokina AT-X Pro 11-16mm f2.8 DX Lens Tokina 11-16mm f2.8 DX
89mm
84mm 560g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF and Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM 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.

Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF is also available in Nikon F (FX) mount.

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

Focal Range

Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF has a focal range of 16-28mm and 1.8X zoom ratio . When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with 1.6x crop, it provides an 35mm (FF) equivalent of 25.6 - 44.8mm.
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.

Reasons to choose Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF 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
Weight 940g vs 1150g 210g lighter
Diameter 89mm vs 96mm 7mm smaller in diameter
Length 134mm vs 135mm 1mm shorter
Max Magnification 0.19x vs 0.18x higher magnification better for close-up shots

Reasons to choose Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art over Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF

Focal Length - Wide 14mm vs 16mm 2mm Wider coverage
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

Common Strengths of Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF and Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
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 Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF and Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Art
Image Stabilization No vs No Reliant on in-body Image Stabilization
Internal Zoom No vs No Length of the lens changes during zooming



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Tokina Opera 16-28mm F2.8 FF vs Sigma 14-24mm F2.8 DG HSM Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Tokina Sigma
Lens Type Zoom Zoom
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Lens Type Wideangle Zoom Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Canon EF Canon EF
Max Format 35mm FF 35mm FF
Focal Range 16-28mm 14-24mm
Image Stabilization
Colour Black Black
Zoom Method Rotary (extending) Rotary (extending)
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock - No
Zoom Ratio 1.8X 1.7X
Aperture
Max Aperture F2.8 F2.8
Min Aperture F22 F22
Aperture Ring No No
Diaphragm Blades 9 9
Optics
Optical Elements 15 17
Optical Groups 13 11
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.28m 0.24m
Max Magnification 0.19X 0.18X
Autofocus Yes Yes
AF Motor Type Micromotor Ring-type ultrasonic
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale No No
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter Unknown No
Physical Specs
Weight 940g 1150g
Diameter 89mm 96mm
Length 134mm 135mm
Materials Unknown Magnesium alloy
Weather Sealing Unknown Yes
Filter Thread Unknown Unknown
Filter Notes - -
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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