Gary Schloss Wrote:
>My impression of this Tokina AT-X zoom was negative. Admittedly, it's
>a conclusion based on a sample space of 1 :-). However, it is supported
>by this lens' consistently low prices (I paid US$69 for mine) compared
>to its competition. This is a shame, as I'm usually quite enthusiastic
>about Tokina glass, esp. the AT-X series.
>
Herbert Keppler of Popular Photography liked this lens, but the f/4 RMC is
supposedly better. Incidently, neither of my 28-85mm AT-Xs have developed
the dreaded Tokina element separation. This is an extremely complex lens
mechanically (though not as bad as the 28-135 AT-X) so you could have had a
damaged one.
>28-85mm is my preferred FL range on a zoom, so I'm greatly disappointed
>with Olympus for failing to release their 28-85mm F3.5-4.5 AF zoom in
>manual focus version. Never the less, there are some decent alternatives
>out there. Here is a quick rundown:
>
>- Vivitar Series 1 28-90mm F2.8-3.5 (1-touch, variofocal) - a much
> celebrated performer;
>
Check the diaphragm operation carefully with this model as they often have
problems. This is no lightweight! I just picked up a 28-210mm f3.8-5.6
Kiron, and it is not much larger. I think Gary missed my brag that I paid
$35 for same. NAI mount unfortunately.
>- Tokina 28-85mm F4 (2-touch, older RMC lens) - Doug Nowlin praises it;
>
No, Herbert Keppler does. I have not been able to find one.
>
>- Tamron 28-80mm F3.5-4.2 (2-touch, SP-series) - I have yet to lay my
> hands on one for a quick test, but most SP lenses are worth a try.
>
I have two of these heavy beasts. The 35-80mm SP is a super lens. I lost
count, but I think I still have three of them.
Doug
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