Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X116 Pro DX II Digital Zoom Lens (AF-S
Yes this is the MK II version that was only released in Japan I called the company (Gigabargains) to verify, and they managed to get a few in stock from the distributor. Auto Focus works GREAT on my d5000 (told you it was the MK II!) very quick, very snappy. And since it focuses as close as 12 inches, you can take some VERY abstract fun photos/portraits with this lens (in addition to all the other reasons to get glass like this). New coatings seem to hold down flare and ghosting as well. Tokina did a fantastic job updating this already great lens. It's still SUPER sharp across the frame at f/5.6, and very respectable at f/2.8. Also, in terms of design, the push/pull focus ring I think is far superior than the switches found on Nikon lenses more intuitive and much quicker to operate. Although I don't think it's worth upgrading if you have the older version, if you don't have an ultra-wide in your kit, this is the one to get! Worth noting that I have shot with Nikon's 10-24, and despite the shorter range, the Tokina's construction is much stronger, and operation of focus rings is far smoother. Given that ultra-wides have HUGE depth of field, I think being able to get down to 2.8 is worth more than people typically give it credit for. Given that this version has a focus motor, it's no contest against the Nikon. Thank you, Tokina (and Gigabargains)!
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