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Nikon digital SLR cameras all use a sensor that is smaller than 35mm film, but the cameras themselves accept standard 35mm format lenses. The decision by Nikon to use a “cropped” sensor in its digital cameras can be debated ad nauseum as to its merits; depending on their subject, photographers either loved or hated the smaller sensor format.DX Lens
At least then they had an effective focal length of 21mm; wide enough for some, but not truly “super wide” on a DX format body.
Nikon showed their commitment to digital SLR users in February 2003 when they introduced the 12-24mm f/4.0G DX AF-S Nikkor. .
Enter the Tokina AT-X Pro 12-24mm f/4.0 DX, the Tamron SP 11-18mm f/4.5-5.6 Di II, and the Sigma 10-20mm f/4.0-5.6 EX HSM. .
Before we move on, Nikonians wants to thank Nikon USA, Tamron USA, Sigma Corporation of America, and THK Photo Products for loaning us these lenses for our tests. .
THE SIGMA 12-24mm LENS
If you’re looking for a DX format super-wide lens that will let you easily use filters (the primary drawback of the Sigma), one of the four in this review is currently the only choice.
THE TESTS
So, with a camera bag full of super-wides, a Nikon D2x and a Nikon D70, the three of us set out to put these lenses through their paces. .
We looked at sample images at 12mm, 18mm, and (where available) 24mm. For the Sigma 10-20mm, we also looked at images made at 20mm and 10mm.
We also judged the build and handling characteristics of each lens.
So here, alphabetically, are our individual reviews of each of these super-wide lenses, followed by our summary and conclusions..
The APS-C sensor in Nikon digital SLRs has a “crop factor” of 1.5X. Wildlife shooters immediately liked the idea of their 200mm lens having the same angle of view as a 300mm lens. .
Nikon showed their commitment to digital SLR users in February 2003 when they introduced the 12-24mm f/4.0G DX AF-S Nikkor. .
However, 2005 saw new lenses introduced with super-wide focal lengths in the Nikon F-mount from each of the three major third-party lens manufacturers. .
Before we move on, Nikonians wants to thank Nikon USA, Tamron USA, Sigma Corporation of America, and THK Photo Products for loaning us these lenses for our tests. .
THE SIGMA 12-24mm LENS
If you’re looking for a DX format super-wide lens that will let you easily use filters (the primary drawback of the Sigma), one of the four in this review is currently the only choice.
THE TESTS
So, with a camera bag full of super-wides, a Nikon D2x and a Nikon D70, the three of us set out to put these lenses through their paces. .
We also shot some images in RAW to evaluate post-processing techniques for removing vignetting and chromatic aberration. .
We also judged the build and handling characteristics of each lens.
So here, alphabetically, are our individual reviews of each of these super-wide lenses, followed by our summary and conclusions.. To here more click on this >>>>DX Lens
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