Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F vs Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F vs Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
When comparing Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 and Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F, which one is better?
1. Compare weight
The lens that weighs the least of the two is Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 which weighs 330 g, compared to the loser Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F which weighs 550 g.
Winner: Zeiss Batis 2.8/18
Regarding weight: When it comes to the lens's weight, it's actually more important than many people think that the lens weighs as little as possible — it's simply a pain to lug around a lens that's too heavy when you're photographing or filming for several hours, and a few hundred grams can make a real difference.
Specifications
Full specifications table of Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F and Zeiss Batis 2.8/18:
| Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F | Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 | |
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| Brand | Tokina | Zeiss |
| Weight | 550 g | 330 g |
| Mount | Nikon F Mount | Sony E |
| Focal Length | 11 - 16 mm | 18 mm |
| Largest Aperture | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Anamorphic Lens | Missing | No |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | Missing | 25 cm |
| Type | Zoom | Prime |
| Filter Thread | Missing | 77 |
| Stabilization | Missing | No |
| Covers a Full Frame Sensor? | Missing | Yes |