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Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX F(DX) Mount Review

Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX

Main Features

  • 12-24mm Focal Range
  • F4.0 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 77mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Nikon F (DX) Mount
  • Weight: 570g / 1.25 lb
  • Dimensions(øxL): 84mm x 90mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.3m
  • Max Magnification: 0.13x
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Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX Overview


Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is a Fixed aperture Auto Focus (AF) Ultra-Wideangle Zoom lens with APS-C / DX max sensor coverage, and it is designed to be used with F(DX) Mount cameras.

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX was replaced with Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 DX II Nikon F DX. Follow the link to read our comparison of these lenses:
Compare Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX Nikon F DX vs Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 DX II Nikon F DX


What type of photography is the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX lens good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated its suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Suitability
Bird/WildlifePoor
SportsPoor
PortraitFair
TravelGood
StreetGood
WeddingFair
Walk AroundGood
VloggingVery Good
LandscapeVery Good
MacroPoor

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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f4G ED-IF Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f4G ED-IF
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APS-C / DX 485gr AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 DX II Lens Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 DX II
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APS-C / DX 540gr AF Amazon B&H Photo

Reasons to Buy Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX Lens

Here we've included a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of the Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX lens in a list form to help you determine whether it offers the features you need.

PROs
Autofocus
Distance Scale
DoF(Depth of Field) Scale
Hood supplied
Internal Focusing
Fast Aperture at Tele end
Constant f4 aperture throughout the range
9 Diaphragm Blades for Smooth Bokeh
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CONs

We couldn't find any significant Cons for the Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX



Lens Mount

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is compatible with cameras that have a Nikon F (DX) lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Nikon F (DX) lenses are Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500 and Nikon D5600.

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is also available in Canon EF mount.

Size, Weight and Filter Thread

Size and weight is a very important decision factor when searching for your next lens. Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX has a maximum diameter of 84mm and total length of 90mm. It weighs 570g / 20.1 oz.

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX has a filter thread of 77mm. Below are links to the filters that we recommend you to consider for your Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX:

  • 77mm Variable ND Lens Filters
  • 77mm Circular Polarizer Lens Filters
  • 77mm Clear Protection Lens Filters




Focal Range

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX has a focal range of 12-24mm and 2.0X zoom ratio which has a 35mm equivalent focal range of 18-36mm when used on a APS-C / DX format camera.


Optical Image Stabilization

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX doesn't have an optical image stabilization system so the only option to stabilize the image taken with this lens is to mount on a camera body with IBIS (sensor based In-body image stabilization).

Alternatively, you can check the Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD. in Nikon F (DX) mount that have similar focal range but features Optical Image Stabilization.

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Zoom Method

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX features Rotary (internal) zoom method where the length of the lens doesn't change while you are zooming in or out. Even though this design has a size disadvantage in general compared to extending designs, it has the benefits of better sealing against dust and moisture, no zoom creep and no weight balance shift while zooming.

Maximum Magnification Ratio

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX has a Max Magnification Ratio of 0.13x and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.3m. 0.13x means that the max magnification ratio is very low and not suitable even for modest close-up shots.

Below are the 3 Ultra-Wideangle Zoom type Nikon F mount lens alternatives with highest max magnification ratios:

  • Nikon AF-S Fisheye 8-15mm F3.5-4.5: 0.34x - (Compare)
  • Tokina 17-35mm f4 Pro FX: 0.21x - (Compare)
  • Tokina 12-28mm f4 Pro DX: 0.2x - (Compare)

Aperture

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is a fixed aperture lens with a constant max aperture of f4 from 12mm all the way to the 24mm .

Focal Length Max Aperture Min Aperture
12mm F4 F22
24mm F4 F22

Optical Formula

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX's optical formula consists of 13 elements in 11 groups . Following special elements are used in this design:

  • SD glass elements
  • 2 sharp-cut aspherical elements

Lens Hood

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX comes with a removable lens hood which is handy to reduce lens flare and glare in your photos. The model number of the hood is BH-777.

Body Colour

Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX is available in Black color.

Popular Comparisons of Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX

Here are the eight most popular comparisons of the Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX amongst Camera Decision readers.

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Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX Lens Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX
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APS-C / DX 530 g / 1.17 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 230 g / 0.51 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron SP AF 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical IF Lens Tamron SP AF 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical IF
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APS-C / DX 406 g / 0.89 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 DX II Lens Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 DX II
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APS-C / DX 540 g / 1.19 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f4G ED-IF Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f4G ED-IF
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APS-C / DX 485 g / 1.07 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD Lens Tamron 10-24mm F3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD
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APS-C / DX 440 g / 0.97 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 520 g / 1.14 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo


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Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f4 IF DX Alternatives in Nikon F (DX) Mount
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Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 10-24mm f3-5-4.5G ED Lens Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 10-24mm f3-5-4.5G ED
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APS-C / DX 485 g / 1.07 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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35mm FF 970 g / 2.13 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 230 g / 0.51 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
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APS-C / DX 350 g / 0.77 lb AF Amazon B&H Photo
Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX Lens Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f4 Pro DX
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Tokina 12-24mm f4 DX Detailed Specifications


General
Brand Tokina
Lens Type Zoom
Lens Type Wideangle Zoom
Lens Mount Nikon F (DX)
Max Format APS-C / DX
Focal Range 12-24mm
Image Stabilization No
Colour Black
Zoom Method Rotary (internal)
Power Zoom No Zoom
Zoom Lock No Zoom
Zoom Ratio 2.0X
APERTURE
Max Aperture F4.0
Min Aperture F22.0
Aperture Ring No
Diaphragm Blades 9
Optics
Optical Elements 13
Optical Groups 11
Special Elements SD glass elements 2 sharp-cut aspherical elements

FOCUSING
Min Focus Distance 0.3m
Max Magnification 0.13X
Autofocus Yes
AF Motor Type Screw drive from camera
Focus Method Internal
Distance Scale Yes
DoF Scale Yes
PHYSICAL SPECS
Weight 570g
Diameter 84mm
Length 90mm
Weather Sealing Unknown
Filter Thread 77mm
Filter Notes Does not rotate on focus
Hood Supplied Yes
Hood Code BH-777
Tripod Collar No
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