Tokina at-X PRO M 100mm F2.8 D Macro Lens - Nikon AF Mount

Amazingly sharp lens for fx and dx. AF is a screw drive mechanism, so AF it will not work on lower end DX bodies. Auto focus is also slow which in my opinion is its biggest flaw. To switch from manual to autofocus, they have integrated a clutch mechanism which allows you to switch very quickly. Another big complaint that I have is that at a normal portrait distance, the aperture will be a 3.5 or smaller. I was hoping that I could use this as a portrait lens, but the loss of speed kills it for me. If your subject is further away, you can shoot wide open at 2.8, but you cannot achieve this for a normal headshots distance. For weddings, AF is too slow to use during a ceremony or reception, but is my go to lens for ring shots and other detailed shots. Bokeh is nice and pleasant. Build quality is far superior over sigma and tamrons competing versions. This is build very well just like all of Tokinas other lenses. It is slightly more plastic due to the clutch mechanism, but everything else is solid metal. For macro, this is a must have lens. For portraits, you are better off with a Nikon 85 1.8g prime...you will be much happier.

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I was looking for a replacement macro lens for my old Nikkor 60mm lens, gifted to my son. While viewing present Nikkor offerings, the more affordable ones did not have stellar reviews. I purchased this Tokina based upon Ken Rockwells strong recommendation. So far in limited use, I love it. Like any macro lens, the depth of field is limited, so stopping down the aperture helps.Images are sharp with accurate color rendition. This lens has an aperture ring, so it is compatible with 35mm cameras. I noted some confusion in reviews and descriptions regarding it being a zoom lens. It is not. It is a straight 100mm lens, which also works well as a short telephoto or portrait lens.

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I picked up this lens upon researching 100mm lenses for the Canon EOS EF mount. The glowing reviews and testimonials helped me in this decision. It has a great build quality though the focus ring when used manually has a sound to it as if it is lightly rubbing on something, otherwise it is smooth and seemingly easy to use. The clutch focus AF/MF feature is really nice and better implimented than my Sigma 20mm 1.8. The EF mount had me puzzled at first because it seemed like it didnt fit. I couldnt get it to twist into position. After a little searching I found that this lens fits very snug in the mount (tried it on the 6D and 5d mk IV) so the usual effort needed to lock this lens to the camera wont do. You have to apply a little more pressure to connect this lens. Thats a little concerning. The initial photos with this lens were very sharp taken both from a distance and in macro position. The auto focus is relatively quick but I do see where this lens can be frustrating for some when it gets caught searching. The focus limiter switch can and does help in that regard as Ive seen so far. The filter threads on the front of the lens take filters easily and threads smoothly. The lens hood mounts well in active and stored positions. The lens was packaged well, shipped safely, and on time. All in all Im pleased with this purchase. The price is definitely a plus for the quality of the results. Would look to Tokina again based on my initial impression.

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Before I write my review I want to let you know that I am not a Pro photographer and I am new to this. I found it a little challenging the first couple of hours since it’s a manual lens but after I figured out how it worked, I was able to take some really good shots! The lens is very nice and well made and the quality of the pictures is amazing. The only thing I didn’t like it’s the fact that it focuses on a small area only and it blurs part of the area you’re trying to shoot when getting macro pics, but maybe that could be me that I am not an experienced photographer and am not doing the right settings!

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Third-party lenses have, for me, always suffered from being a step behind their big name counterparts. I bought this lens because I did not have $1,000 for the Nikkor 105mmm model I wanted but could not afford. I put this lens though its paces on my Nikon D7000, shooting everything from flowers to bugs to portraits. Whether on a tripod, stopped down or wide open and hand held, the images were just, well, meh. Im willing to admit that I may have received a bad copy. I wanted to like it enough to keep it, but truly, it didnt take much better images than the Canon 500D close-up lens I use with my 55-300 Nikkor lens, so it went back. My advice for serious macro/close-up shooters: save up for the best lens you can get. Remember, you can rent before you buy in most cases, so you can find out in advance if a lens is a good fit for you, your camera, and your style of shooting. This one, while well made and with decent glass, just wasnt quite there for me.

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This is an overrated lens. Its a sharp lens, but do not trust the autofocus at macro distances. It will hunt continuously without finding focus. This is on a D750. Aperture blades not rounded, so bokeh balls (especially lights / reflections) wont be as round as you think it would. Lens DOES extend at the end, which is a nusance for photographing very close objects. Pony up for the better versions with rounded aperture blades and a non-extending design.

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ive had it for a few moments and taken a few quick shots. in the short time ive had it the performance is great. 4 stars because my particular unit came with a manufacturing defect on one of the blades. i dont know how or if it will effect the lens now or in the future. for the price and the warranty that it came with i feel ok with keeping it. pics attached... the hassle of returning and exchanging it was something i did not want to go through... amazon was very helpful in figuring out a situation that was amicable to myself. !!!!!!!!!!make sure you look on kenkos website to see if an amazon seller is an authorized distributor or you will not get a warranty. as of today 17th st photo is an authorized seller

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