Opinions on Tokina
Apr 18, 2021 23:06:21 #
18-400 3.5, 6.3 DI II VG HDL. Would be using on a D7200. I m particularly interested in the 18 to 70 range and the 400 zoom. I am currently using a Nikkor 70, 300
Apr 18, 2021 23:21:42 #
Apr 18, 2021 23:36:13 #
If you meant Tamron, It is my primary lens on a D7100. I like it a lot, but kind of heavy. This evening I had my 50mm1.8 out and the camera-lens combo seemed about half as heavy. Focuses quickly and has good sharpness for a superzoom.
Bill
Bill
Apr 18, 2021 23:57:52 #
Apr 19, 2021 01:00:40 #
Curmudgeon wrote:
Oops Tamaron
Or Tamron. And yes the 18-400 is a good lens.
Apr 19, 2021 06:20:57 #
Yes, it is a great lense and I use it on my Canon 90D. There is a photographer that uses it all the time (sylvia). She does most of her posts on the close-up section. She is my example of an excellent photographer with two lenses and an older camera. The oposite of myself who is somewhat a GEEK that has the latest in technology with many lenses from 10mm to 600mm.
Greg
Greg
Apr 19, 2021 11:05:33 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Curmudgeon wrote:
18-400 3.5, 6.3 DI II VG HDL. Would be using on a D7200. I m particularly interested in the 18 to 70 range and the 400 zoom. I am currently using a Nikkor 70, 300
My opinion has not changed on Tokina for well over 40 years. And it's not good.
Apr 19, 2021 11:51:44 #
billnikon wrote:
My opinion has not changed on Tokina for well over 40 years. And it's not good.
I'm sure the original poster meant Tamron; however, I do agree with you on Tokina lenses. I have one of their original lenses... I've kept it until I find something worse!!
bwa
Apr 19, 2021 17:59:19 #
Curmudgeon wrote:
18-400 3.5, 6.3 DI II VG HDL. Would be using on a D7200. I m particularly interested in the 18 to 70 range and the 400 zoom. I am currently using a Nikkor 70, 300
I have the Tammy 18-400 for my Canon 90D, good match.
Apr 19, 2021 19:36:00 #
If you mean Tamron 18-400 mm lens I have the Nikon version. Like it a lot. I attached it to a 1.4X tele converter and have it on my D500 all the time.
As to Tokina, about 20-25 years ago I bought one of their zoom lenses (forgot which). A few years after that it suddenly broke in half while I was trying to use it. There was no reason why it should break except for poor manufacturing quality. I never even considered or looked at a Tokina lens again. Never will.
As to Tokina, about 20-25 years ago I bought one of their zoom lenses (forgot which). A few years after that it suddenly broke in half while I was trying to use it. There was no reason why it should break except for poor manufacturing quality. I never even considered or looked at a Tokina lens again. Never will.
Apr 20, 2021 12:44:11 #
Paul Diamond
Loc: Atlanta, GA, USA
I research carefully.
Tokina has been a moderate price manufacturer with occasional 'blasts' of genius. My Tokina 24-70 is sharper than my Nikkor 24-70. I have a D850 picture of Yosemite Valley with the Tokina at 70 mm. You can see the branches of trees growing on the top of mountains at the extreme right and left of the full frame field of view.
However, the Tokina is not as 'weatherproof' as the Nikkor. My Tokina lost AF and VR in the mist of Bridalveil Falls. It took about 1/2 day to dry out.
Don't praise or damn any brand of cameras or lenses. Each is made to fit a price range and 'need' of a consumer market. If you have a pre-conceived bias for/against, you will be missing out on some great tools because of your chosen foolishness.
Tokina has been a moderate price manufacturer with occasional 'blasts' of genius. My Tokina 24-70 is sharper than my Nikkor 24-70. I have a D850 picture of Yosemite Valley with the Tokina at 70 mm. You can see the branches of trees growing on the top of mountains at the extreme right and left of the full frame field of view.
However, the Tokina is not as 'weatherproof' as the Nikkor. My Tokina lost AF and VR in the mist of Bridalveil Falls. It took about 1/2 day to dry out.
Don't praise or damn any brand of cameras or lenses. Each is made to fit a price range and 'need' of a consumer market. If you have a pre-conceived bias for/against, you will be missing out on some great tools because of your chosen foolishness.
May 8, 2022 16:42:06 #
Paul Diamond wrote:
I research carefully. br br Tokina has been a m... (show quote)
Forgive the time lag in my response. I disagree about your statement re bias for/against. To me a piece of crappy equipment makes a statement about the mfr. In 1964 I bought a Panasonic transistor radio with an AC adapter. Within hours of its use, the AC adapter literally fell apart. I contacted Panasonic customer service and they told me to pound sand. So I have not bought anything made by Panasonic since. My own personal boycott. Over the years I have on several occasions been interested in some of their stuff (based on ads they ran) but always remembered my little AC adapter. It has cost them several sales.
May 8, 2022 20:48:03 #
billnikon wrote:
My opinion has not changed on Tokina for well over 40 years. And it's not good.
I will not generalize but I have had a Tokina 11-16 on crop body Canons for years... It is a wonderful lens. I can only speak subjectively on things I use.
May 9, 2022 13:54:29 #
Paul Diamond
Loc: Atlanta, GA, USA
Experience is always the best teacher. Recommendations from other users that you trust is a close second.
I always suggest, for a new or used lens or camera, to get it, take photos with it. Be critical about the image quality/resolution/etc. And return it if you are disappointed with the performance. - So, buy from a trusted source with a 2 week to 30 day return privilege.
I am always looking for a lens that has high enough resolution/contrast/acutance/aberration control to suit my 36 MP and 45 MP camera sensors. So, for me, most lenses are not good enough to be acceptable.
I always suggest, for a new or used lens or camera, to get it, take photos with it. Be critical about the image quality/resolution/etc. And return it if you are disappointed with the performance. - So, buy from a trusted source with a 2 week to 30 day return privilege.
I am always looking for a lens that has high enough resolution/contrast/acutance/aberration control to suit my 36 MP and 45 MP camera sensors. So, for me, most lenses are not good enough to be acceptable.
May 10, 2022 20:31:03 #
Paul Diamond wrote:
Experience is always the best teacher. Recommenda... (show quote)
Personally I am not in the league of 36 and 45 mp sensors but I DO believe that glass is where its at and one should buy the best piece of glass he/she can afford. Btw, just commenting on your above post I think WAY too many people practice " Identity " photography in the same manner as they do on always voting a straight ballot... You have to research and separate the chaff from the wheat... I still use 20 year old canon L lenses because they still hold up for what I do... Best capture I ever had was with a Zeiss lens on 10mp sensor... incredible micro contrast. Just my humble opinion.
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