Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF

Micro Four Thirds (MFT/M43)

Review

If you're a Micro Four Thirds user looking for a lightweight super telephoto lens, the Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens is worth considering. In this buying guide, we'll take a closer look at its features, advantages, and disadvantages, to help you make an informed decision.

Manufacturer

The Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens is manufactured by Tokina, a Japanese company that produces high-quality lenses for various camera mounts.

Focal Length and Aperture

The lens has a fixed focal length of 400mm, making it an ideal choice for wildlife and sports photography. The maximum aperture of f/8 remains constant throughout the zoom range, which may limit its low-light performance.

Design and Build Quality

The Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens is built with 6 elements in 5 groups, and its unique mirror reflex design makes it a compact and lightweight lens, weighing only 355 grams. The lens barrel is 74mm in diameter and 77mm in length, making it easy to carry around.

Manual Focus and Image Stabilization

It's worth noting that the lens is entirely manual, which means you'll need to adjust focus and aperture settings manually. The lens also doesn't feature image stabilization, which may make it difficult to capture sharp images in low light or when shooting at slow shutter speeds.

Filter Diameter and Minimum Focus Distance

The lens has a filter diameter of 67mm, which is relatively standard for lenses of this type. It has a minimum focus distance of 1.15 meters, which may limit its use for macro photography.

Conclusion

The Tokina SZX Super Tele 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens is an excellent option for Micro Four Thirds users looking for a lightweight and compact super telephoto lens. However, its manual focus and lack of image stabilization may limit its appeal for some users, and its maximum aperture of f/8 may limit its low-light performance. Overall, it's a good choice for those who want a budget-friendly super telephoto lens that doesn't compromise on image quality and portability.