Tokina AT-X PRO AF 28-70mm f/2.6-2.8 lens

[Dave Blackham]

This lens is said to be designed by Angenieux AT-X PRO AF 28-70mm f/2.6-2.8 lens, its also listed at Parafocal and very good mechanically. Any one got any views about it and its suitability for PL conversion ? or using with Nikon or Canon mount with lens gears.

 

[Nick Junkersfeld]

+1 looking for the same info, specifically it's function with the EF mount on Scarlet and/or Epic. If you haven't searched it out yet, here's a pretty thorough blog post about this len's history. I've also sought out a few stills tests with it, seems generally excellent, although a quite soft at certain focal lengths wide open, especially 70mm.

http://nikonglass.blogspot.com/2009/11/tokina-at-x-pro-28-70mm-f26-28.html

 

[Dan Kanes]

I own one and will shoot some stuff when I finish with moving (just moved into a new house)

 

[Ryan De Franco]

I own the Pro II version. Images are solid. Lens does not move when focusing or zooming. Focus ring has very little rotation due to autofocus design--maybe 40 degrees. Autofocus is good. Build approximates Red lens--good weight, almost all metal, dampened zoom ring, focus is very snappy.

In short not the best candidate for PL conversion because the focus is just too narrow, but a solid very affordable zoom.

I rarely use it, always on the Contax or Nikkor primes. Purchased for $300 flat happy to sell it for the same.

 

[Dave Blackham]

I own one and will shoot some stuff when I finish with moving (just moved into a new house)

Be good to hear about some real tests. I had wondered if the Angenieux origional was any better or worse but seems the Tokina mechanics might be prefered. Just dont know about the optics. If t really is parafocal then if may be a good option for some.

 

[Tim Hole]

You'd be lucky to find the right model, with the right brand fit, that is also a good copy of an excellent lens. The QC variance tend to be in focusing, which might not worry you if you are shooting manually. They are sharper than the 28-80 though slightly soft on the wide with some CA issues. The SIGMA 24-70 2.8 is a more predictable lens, but I know people are drawn to the Angenieux link.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKD98G59snA

 

[Erik Naso]

I shot this with the Tokina and I like the lens. Its not parfocal but still a darn good lens. Sorry it's not shot on red

 

[Adam Johnson]

I just wish someone knew if the EF mount version worked on Scarlet :-/

 

[gsupersu]

I just wish someone knew if the EF mount version worked on Scarlet :-/

Was shooting this week with Scarlet + Tokina 28-70 PRO II f2.6 EF mount, and I can confirm the lens works very well! No issues with iris. Lens MM displays on monitor as well. The monitor readout does not give focus distance though, like the Tokina 11-16 does.

 

[Steve Sherrick]

If anyone ever has the Tokina 28-70 Pro II in Nikon mount for sale, give me a shout. I use Tokina zooms on my Red and GH2, and I'm looking for an excellent sample of that lens. Thanks!

 

[Matt Gottshalk]

I have shot with it with my AF-100, F3, and as soon as I get the Allstar mount, my Scarlet.

It rocks and is my favorite interview lens.