Tokina 16-28mm f/2.8 Ultra-Wide Angle Lens Unboxing | Nikon Mount

Hello,

Today I am going to be unboxing the Tokina 16-28mm Ultra-Wide Angle lens that come in either a Nikon or Canon mount. This lens offers a 107º Degree field of view that goes all the way to 76º Degree's at 28mm, mind you this is on a Full-Frame camera. A cropped sensor APS-C or APS-H camera will offer a different degree of view. With a maximum aperture of f/2.8 this lens allows you to shoot in very low light conditions keeping your shutter speed high or ISO low. This results in clearer, sharper images from any camera.

Consisted of 15 Elements in 13 groups, edge-to-edge sharpness is very well controlled as well as vignetting wide open and excellent CA handling. Optically what you are getting is a Nikkor 14-24mm f2.8 for half the price. What a deal! This lens is every bit as sharp as the Nikkor counter-part and even SHARPER in some instances. Feel free to look up these claims on DxOMark.

Unlike the Nikkor 16-35mm f/4 with it's VR (Vibration Reduction) this lens allows a full stop or more or light into the lens because it is an f/2.8. This can come into handy when that extra little bit of light is needed, especially when shooting video which only allows a 1/25 Shutter Speed or higher.

The Tokina is built like a tank, weighing in at 2.09lbs or 950g, this lens is no light-weight. It's meant to be a serious wide-angle lens and you can be assured it is exactly that. One draw-back of this lens is the exposed front-element and also most-importantly the inability to except filters of ANY KIND. This can be a serious no-go for some, but personally I have not yet ventured into the land of filters and especially now, I don't plan to for a while.

If you would like to see just how tack sharp this lens is, please, take the time and look up the countless reviews online showing you the awesome performance of this lens. It is really a solid contender, especially if you take into consideration the price.

Currently as of March 22, 2012 B&H Photo has a $50.00 Rebate that will be into affect until March 31st, 2012 so act quick!

Important note: This lens WILL focus on camera such as the Nikon D3100,D5100,D5000,D60,D3000 and so. This is a huge plus!

Thanks for taking the time to watch my unboxing.

Have a wonderful day,
Mitchell