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Tokina TOK1017AFC-2 10-17mm Fisheye Lens Canon
A versatile 10-17mm fisheye zoom lens for Canon APS-C cameras that delivers dramatic ultra-wide perspectives.
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Overview
Capture Stunning Fisheye Perspectives with the Tokina 10-17mm Lens
Unleash your creativity with the Tokina 10-17mm f/3.5-4.5 AT-X 107 AF DX Fisheye Lens. Designed for Canon cameras, this lens delivers unique and dramatic fisheye perspectives.
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Zoom range from 10mm to 17mm offers flexible control over the degree of fisheye distortion.
- Compact and lightweight build makes it easy to carry as a creative specialty lens.
- Close minimum focusing distance enables dramatic close-up fisheye shots.
- Autofocus capability provides convenience over manual-focus-only fisheye alternatives.
- Well-regarded optical quality with controlled chromatic aberration for a fisheye lens.
👎 Cons
- Protruding front element is exposed and vulnerable to scratches without a protective dome or cap.
- Cannot accept standard screw-on filters due to the bulging front element design.
- Designed for APS-C sensors only, limiting its usefulness on full-frame Canon bodies.
- Maximum aperture of f/3.5-4.5 is relatively slow, restricting low-light handheld performance.
- Fisheye distortion is a specialized effect that limits this lens to creative or niche applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this lens compatible with full-frame Canon cameras?
This is a DX-format lens designed for Canon APS-C (crop sensor) cameras. It can physically mount on full-frame bodies but will produce heavy vignetting at wider focal lengths.
Does this lens produce a full circular fisheye image or a full-frame fisheye image?
At 10mm on an APS-C sensor, it produces a near-circular image; as you zoom toward 17mm, the image fills the frame completely, giving you a full-frame fisheye effect.
Does the Tokina 10-17mm have autofocus?
Yes, this version (AT-X 107 AF DX) features an autofocus motor for use with compatible Canon camera bodies.
Can standard screw-on filters be used with this lens?
The front element is a protruding dome, so standard screw-on filters cannot be attached. Specialized rear gel filter holders or dome-compatible solutions are needed.
What is the minimum focus distance of this lens?
The Tokina 10-17mm can focus very close to the front element, making it popular for close-up and underwater photography where near-contact subject distances are common.
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