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Tokina SD 11-16 F2.8 (IF) DX
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Jun 2, 2014 10:27:45   #
kymarto Loc: Portland OR and Milan Italy
 
Basil wrote:
Kymarto, thanks for the insight! I didn't even know about the Sigma UWA until you mentioned it in a previous post. Since then I've been going back and fourth between the Sigma and the Tokina. I don't do a lot of shooting into the sun, so that probably isn't a huge consideration for me. Also, CA can be fixed in PP, so that's not a huge concern for me either. So for me, the decision comes down to 1) cost and 2) whether I would rather have f2.8 (which would have come in handy yesterday when I was taking pictures inside an old Spanish church where lighting was poor) or, would I rather have the extra 3mm (which, in looking at your example, is pretty impressive). I also like the fact you can use manual focus on the Sigma while in AF mode. I think the edge goes to the Sigma, all else considered, but then it's $125 more than the Tokina. I can see where both would be better in different situations. If the Sigma was also f2.8 it would be a much easier decision.
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Personally I have not found the Sigma's more limited aperture a problem. I normally handhold it down to about 1/8 sec with good results (at least at 8mm). The Tokina is not great at f2.8--it takes a big jump up in quality at f4, so you are already in Sigma territory at that point. Here are a few shots that would not have been possible at 11mm, just to tease you ;)


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Jun 2, 2014 21:13:53   #
architect Loc: Chattanooga
 
PVR8 wrote:
I have the older version and I think it's a great lens. The only con is that the lens is very prone to flair and it's extremely necessary to use a lens hood when shooting in bright light. Other than that, the lens is tack sharp and focus is smooth and quick. Great wide angle capability.


I agree, except I have not experienced any lens flare. I use it for many of my architectural interior and exterior shots.

Disney Dream, shot at 11 mm.
Disney Dream, shot at 11 mm....

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Jun 3, 2014 19:58:30   #
PVR8 Loc: Raleigh, NC
 
I only got the flare when I was shooting outside in very bright sunlight without a lens hood. I've never gotten any flare when I had the lens hood attached.
architect wrote:
I agree, except I have not experienced any lens flare. I use it for many of my architectural interior and exterior shots.

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Jun 3, 2014 20:42:11   #
Basil Loc: New Mexico
 
Now that the Sigma f8 has entered the equation I'm torn. I can see the advantages and disadvantages of each depending on the situation. One thing I've been thinking of trying is Star Photography (Night Sky). I'm wondering if the Tokina f2.8 would offer any advantage in that situation (e.g., ability to shoot at lower ISO?)

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Jun 3, 2014 21:55:24   #
kymarto Loc: Portland OR and Milan Italy
 
Basil wrote:
Now that the Sigma f8 has entered the equation I'm torn. I can see the advantages and disadvantages of each depending on the situation. One thing I've been thinking of trying is Star Photography (Night Sky). I'm wondering if the Tokina f2.8 would offer any advantage in that situation (e.g., ability to shoot at lower ISO?)


Yes. Of course you could use a lower ISO or faster shutter speed.

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