Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G vs Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E
Both are Sony E mount zooms for wide-angle and landscape — here's how the specs differ and which to pick. Every spec is from the manufacturer's own catalog.
| Spec | Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G | Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E |
|---|---|---|
| Focal length | 16-35mm | 11-18mm |
| Max aperture | f/4 | f/2.8 |
| Type | zoom | zoom |
| Coverage | full-frame | APS-C |
| Mount | Sony E | Sony E |
Which should you buy?
- the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E opens wider (f/2.8) — brighter in low light and more background blur
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G covers 16-35mm and the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E covers 11-18mm — pick the range that matches what you shoot
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G covers full-frame (also works on APS-C bodies); the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E is APS-C-only — it won't fill a full-frame sensor
- the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G is first-party (Sony) for guaranteed full autofocus and in-camera corrections; the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E is third-party — usually the value pick
Where to buy
Check the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G price on Amazon →
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FAQ
What's the difference between the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G and the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E?
The Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G is 16-35mm f/4 zoom, full-frame; the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E is 11-18mm f/2.8 zoom, APS-C. Both fit the Sony E mount.
Which is better in low light, the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G or the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E?
The Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E — its f/2.8 maximum aperture lets in more light and gives more background blur than the f/4 of the other.
Do the Sony FE 16-35mm f/4 PZ G and Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E fit the same camera?
Yes — both are Sony E mount lenses, so they fit Sony a7/a9/a1 (full-frame) and a6000-series (APS-C). Note the Tokina atx-m 11-18mm f/2.8 E is APS-C-only and won't fill a full-frame sensor.
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