
Nikon F (DX/FX) Autofocus
Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX
- Focal length
- 16–50 mm
- Aperture
- f/2.8
- Weight
- 620 g
- Filter diameter
- 77 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 30 cm
- Length
- 97 mm
At a Glance
A constant f/2.8 aperture marks this standard zoom for Nikon F on APS-C. Its 16-50 mm range equals 24-75 mm on full frame. The light gathering shortens shutter times in dim conditions. Aspherical elements and SLD glass are part of the design. The lens weighs 620 g and focuses from 30 cm. It suits everyday shooting, travel and events.
Good for
- Everyday
- Travel
- Events
Worth knowing
- APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.
Derived from the manufacturer data, not from our own tests. How we check
Technical Specifications
- Min. focal length
- 16 mm
- Max. focal length
- 50 mm
- Max. aperture (min. zoom)
- f/2.8
- Max. aperture (max. zoom)
- f/2.8
- Min. aperture
- f/22
- Elements
- 14
- Groups
- 12
- Weight
- 620 g (1.37 lb)
- Filter diameter
- 77 mm
- Min. focus distance
- 30 cm (11.81 in)
- Max. magnification
- 1:4.9 (0.21×)
- Length
- 97 mm (3.82 in)
- Diameter
- 84 mm (3.31 in)
- Released
- March 2007
Manufacturer data: tokinalens.com
Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check
Which cameras does the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX fit?
The Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 24-75 mm in full-frame terms. Full-frame bodies use it in APS-C (crop) mode, recording only part of the sensor and fewer megapixels.
Nikon F-Mount cameras
- Full frame (in APS-C mode):
- Nikon D6,Nikon D780,Nikon D850,Nikon D5,Nikon D810A,Nikon D4S,Nikon D810,Nikon D750,Nikon Df,Nikon D610,Nikon D4,Nikon D800,Nikon D800E,Nikon D600,Nikon D3S,Nikon D3X,Nikon D700
With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.
Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX compared
Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.
| Lens | Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX | Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM | Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) | Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-50 mm | 17-50 mm | 17-50 mm | 17-50 mm |
| Max. aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 | f/2.8 |
| Weight | 620 g | 565 g | 430 g | 570 g |
| Filter diameter | 77 mm | 77 mm | 67 mm | 72 mm |
| Min. focus distance | 30 cm | 28 cm | 27 cm | 29 cm |
| Length | 97 mm | 91.8 mm | 83.2 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Autofocus | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Image stabilization | no | yes | no | yes |
This lens is also available for
Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX: FAQ
Does the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX have autofocus?
Yes, the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX has autofocus.
Does the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX have image stabilization?
No, the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX has no stabilization of its own. On cameras with in-body image stabilization (IBIS) the image is still stabilized.
How much does the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX weigh?
The Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX weighs 620 g. It is 97 mm long with a diameter of 84 mm.
What filter size does the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX use?
The Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX takes 77 mm screw-in filters.
How close can the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX focus?
The minimum focus distance of the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX is 30 cm, measured from the sensor plane.
Is the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX a full-frame lens?
No, the Tokina AT-X Pro 16-50mm f/2.8 DX is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 24-75 mm in full-frame terms.
Similar lenses
Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
17-50mm · f/2.8
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF)
17-50mm · f/2.8
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical (IF)
17-50mm · f/2.8
Sigma 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM
18-50mm · f/2.8-4.5
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF
17-55mm · f/2.8
Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G
18-55mm · f/3.5-5.6
Nikon AF-P DX Nikkor 18-55mm F3.5-5.6G VR
18-55mm · f/3.5-5.6
Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G II
18-55mm · f/3.5-5.6
Related guides
What does the f mean in camera lenses? f/2.8 explained
The f in f/2.8 is the f-number: focal length divided by aperture diameter. Learn why lower means more light and how the f-stop scale works.
How to clean a camera lens safely, step by step
How to clean a camera lens: blow off dust, then wipe gently with a microfiber cloth or lens paper. Steps and warnings from Canon, Nikon…
Types of Camera Lenses Explained: Uses and Differences
Types of camera lenses explained: wide-angle, standard, telephoto, prime, zoom, macro and more, with focal length ranges and typical uses.