Tokina, which is part of the HOYA group, has always been known for the excellent build quality and optical quality of its lenses.  The AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO FX VCM-S is a compact, high-performance, twist-type zoom lens and is the  rst lens from Tokina to incorporate the company’s new proprietary VCM (Vibration Correction Module) that allows for up to 3 stops of vibration … [Read more...]

While amateur photographers aim for the longest reach in terms of zoom, professionals aim to extend the shorter end of the zoom range and accommodate a wide-angle lens. This is especially true for landscape or interior photographers who need that extra ‘width’ for maximum effect. But wide-angle lenses are very expensive, if you consider fast lenses, and you needn a bit of extra … [Read more...]

Leica Camera AG is one of the most venerable companies in the world of optics and photography. Leica generally names its f/1.4 lenses as “Summilux” (called “Lux” lenses by Leica afi cionados) and this lens follows that naming convention. This lens is the result of the collaboration between an equally well known Japanese firm, Panasonic. The literature of this lens states that … [Read more...]

The AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR is the  rst fullframe Nikon ultra-wide-angle zoom to o er Vibration Reduction (VR II). Introduced in early 2010, it is a less expensive alternative to the Nikon 17-35mm f/2.8 lens. Design and Build Quality The AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm F/4G ED VR lens is a G-type lens (does not have an aperture ring; apertures are controlled from a compatible … [Read more...]

For someone without deep pockets, a wideangle lens is like sour grapes, with most of them falling beyond the reach of his budget. This is why you should look at the new EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM, a comparatively inexpensive wide-angle option for APS-C type camera bodies. We would consider this a step in the right direction from Canon. Design and Build Quality The EF-S … [Read more...]