Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX

Focal length: 12–28 mm
Aperture: f/4
Weight: 530 g
Filter diameter: 77 mm
Min. focus distance: 25 cm
Length: 90 mm

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At a Glance

This zoom for Nikon F covers 12-28 mm on APS-C, equivalent to 18-42 mm on full frame, so it runs from wide-angle to a natural field of view. The f/4 aperture stays constant throughout the zoom range. It focuses as close as 25 cm for a magnification of 1:4.95, and it has a built-in AF motor. It suits everyday shooting and travel.

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APS-C image circle: on full-frame cameras only usable in crop mode, at reduced resolution.

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Technical Specifications

Min. focal length: 12 mm
Max. focal length: 28 mm
Max. aperture (min. zoom): f/4
Max. aperture (max. zoom): f/4
Min. aperture: f/22
Elements: 14
Groups: 12
Weight: 530 g (1.17 lb)
Filter diameter: 77 mm
Min. focus distance: 25 cm (9.84 in)
Max. magnification: 1:5 (0.2×)
Length: 90 mm (3.54 in)
Diameter: 84 mm (3.31 in)
Released: April 2013

Manufacturer data: tokinalens.com

Last checked: October 13, 2026 (against the manufacturer data) · How we check

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Which cameras does the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX fit?

The Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX is designed for APS-C sensors. On APS-C Nikon F-Mount cameras its field of view equals 18-42 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
APS-C:: Nikon D3500, Nikon D7500, Nikon D500, Nikon D3400, Nikon D5600, Nikon D5500, Nikon D7200, Nikon D3300, Nikon D7100, Nikon D5300, Nikon D3200, Nikon D5200, Nikon D5100, Nikon D7000, Nikon D3100, Nikon D300S, Nikon D5000, Nikon D3000, Nikon D90, Nikon D60

With the Nikon FTZ II / FTZ the lens can also be used on Nikon Z (DX/FX) cameras.

Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX compared

Key specs side by side with the most similar Nikon F-Mount lenses.

Lens	Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX	Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G ED-IF	Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f/4 (IF) DX	Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f/4 DX II
Focal length	12-28 mm	12-24 mm	12-24 mm	12-24 mm
Max. aperture	f/4	f/4	f/4	f/4
Weight	530 g	465 g	570 g	540 g
Filter diameter	77 mm	77 mm	77 mm	77 mm
Min. focus distance	25 cm	30 cm	30 cm	30 cm
Length	90 mm	90 mm	90 mm	90 mm
Autofocus	yes	yes	yes	yes
Image stabilization	no	no	no	no

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Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX: FAQ

Does the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX have autofocus?

Yes, the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX has autofocus.

Does the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX have image stabilization?

No, the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro 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 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX weigh?

The Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX weighs 530 g. It is 90 mm long with a diameter of 84 mm.

What filter size does the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX use?

The Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX takes 77 mm screw-in filters.

How close can the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX focus?

The minimum focus distance of the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX is 25 cm, measured from the sensor plane.

Is the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX a full-frame lens?

No, the Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX is an APS-C lens. On APS-C cameras its field of view equals 18-42 mm in full-frame terms.

Tokina AT-X 12-28mm f/4 Pro DX

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