Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F vs Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro (Sony)

Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F vs Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro (Sony)

When comparing Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro (Sony) and Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F, 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 Nikon F features a Nikon F Mount while the Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro - (Sony) 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 Nikon F and Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro - (Sony) 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 Nikon F and Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro (Sony):

	Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX-II 11-16mm f/2.8 for Nikon F	Sigma EX 105/2.8 DG OS HSM Macro - (Sony)
	Price ➔	Price ➔
Brand	Tokina	Sigma
Weight	550 g	Missing
Lens Mount	Nikon F Mount	Sony E
Focal Length	11 - 16 mm	105 mm
Largest Aperture	2.8	2.8
Type	Zoom	Missing