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Tokina has announced the atx-m 11–18mm F2.8 E, its latest lens for Sony APS-C camera systems. This new lens is the first super-wide-angle zoom lens Tokina has designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras.
The lens, which offers a roughly 17–27mm full-frame equivalent focal length, is constructed of 13 elements in 11 groups, including two aspherical and two super low-dispersion (SD) glass elements. The optical elements use with Tokina’s proprietary coating to minimize ghosting and flaring.
Other features include a 19cm (7.5”) minimum focusing distance, an aperture range of F2.8 through F22, a manual focus ring, a 67mm front-filter thread and a nine-blade aperture diaphragm. Tokina uses its stepping motor (ST-M) unit for providing autofocus and the lens is fully-compatible with image stabilization, direct manual focus (MF), MF assist modes, Eye AF and in-camera optical corrections.
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Firmware for the lens is updated through its integrated Micro USB port and it measures 74mm (2.9”) in both diameter and length, while weighing in at 335g (11.8oz).
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The Tokina atx-m 11–18mm F2.8 E is available starting September 16 for $699. It comes with a carton box, a cleaning cloth, front/rear lens caps and a lens hood. All lenses come with a two-year limited warranty.
Author:
Gannon Burgett
Source: Dpreview
