Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF vs Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G

Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF vs Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G

When comparing Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G and Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF, which one is better?

1. Lens Mount Comparison

The lenses each feature different lens mounts — the Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF features a Canon EF while the Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G features a Sony E — and because of this the preference varies. If you have a compatible camera, then of course that lens will be a better choice for you.

Winner: Tied — It depends on your gear

Regarding lens mount: Popular lens mounts are Canon RF and EF, Micro Four Thirds and Nikon Z. Different lens mounts lets you connect different lenses to camera bodies, but some might not be compatible. This can be helped by using an adapter, like a Canon EF to RF adapter.

2. Largest Aperture Comparison

Both lenses share the same aperture of 2.8 — this means that you may buy both Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF and Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G in this regard; they''re the same.

Winner: Tied

Regarding largest aperture: A lower aperture number means that the widest aperture on the lens is larger. This means that more light will hit the sensor and also that the depth of field will be shallower, better separating your subject from the background.

Specifications

Full specifications table of Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF and Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G:

	Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Canon EF	Sony FE 24mm F2.8 G
	Price ➔	Price ➔
Brand	Tokina	Sony
Weight	Missing	162 g
Lens Mount	Canon EF	Sony E
Focal Length	11 - 16 mm	24 mm
Largest Aperture	2.8	2.8
Anamorphic	Missing	No
Minimum Focus Distance	Missing	24 cm
Type	Zoom	Missing
Lens Groups	Missing	7
Lens Elements	Missing	8
Image Stabilization	Missing	No
Autofocus	Missing	Evet
Macro	Missing	No
Weather Seal	Missing	Yes
Full Frame Coverage	Missing	Yes