Tokina recently announced its new 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M lens for Sony E-mount APS-C cameras. This is an affordable ultra-wide zoom that will be right at home on APS-C Sony alpha mirrorless hybrids.
Tokina has a long and established history of making quality, affordable wide-angle lenses for APS-C-sized sensors. Their 11-16mm F2.8 lens was a staple in many shooter’s bags dating back to the days of the Sony F3, FS700, Canon C300, RED ONE, etc. In recent years, the 11-20mm F2.8 has taken that mantle. Both those lenses that I just mentioned are still available and they are a very good marriage of price and performance.
The new 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M lens has been designed from the ground up, specifically for APS-C Sony mirrorless cameras. It is smaller and 40% lighter than its DSLR cousin, the 11-16mm f/2.8 ATX-I CF lens. This smaller size makes it a good compliment when used with mirrorless bodies, especially if you plan on using one with a gimbal or drone.
The optical construction of the lens consists of 13 elements in 11 groups. There are two aspherical elements and two super-low dispersion elements for chromatic aberration and coma control, as well as a 9-blade rounded aperture 7.4″ close-focus capability. The lens has a 67mm front filter diameter and a close focus ability of 7.4″ / 18.79cm.
The ST-M motor is designed to provide near-silent autofocus operation and it is compatible with Sony’s 5-axis image stabilization system. Manual Focus, MF Assist Mode, Eye AF, and in-camera Optical Correction technology are also supported.
The Tokina 11-18mm f/2.8 ATX-M Lens for Sony E is now available for $599 USD.
Matthew Allard is a multi-award-winning, ACS accredited freelance Director of Photography with 30 years' experience working in more than 50 countries around the world. He is the Editor of Newsshooter.com and has been writing on the site since 2010. Matthew has won 43 ACS Awards, including four prestigious Golden Tripods. In 2016 he won the Award for Best Cinematography at the 21st Asian Television Awards. Matthew is available to hire as a DP in Japan or for work anywhere else in the world.
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