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Tokina AT-X 16.5-135mm zoom lens for Nikon, black barrel with focus ring

Tokina

Tokina AT-X 16.5-135mm f/3.5-5.6 DX AF camera lens for Nikon

SKU CH-9QJ8-6MJAF

Wide-angle to telephoto zoom lens with auto-focus and variable f/3.5-5.6 aperture for Nikon DX cameras

  • Focus systemAuto Focus
  • Product typeZoom Lens
  • Wide-angle to telephoto versatility with 16.5-135mm zoom range
  • Bright f/3.5-5.6 aperture for low-light shooting
  • Bonded multi-coating reduces reflections for faithful colours
  • Auto-focus and auto-exposure for quick operation
  • Designed for Nikon DX digital SLR cameras

Zoom range and audience

The Tokina AT-X 16.5-135mm f/3.5-5.6 DX AF lens covers wide-angle through telephoto in a single zoom for Nikon digital SLR cameras. It suits photographers who want one lens for varied focal lengths without changing glass. Builders needing a constant-aperture design or a wider maximum aperture at the long end should look elsewhere.

Sustained optical behaviour

The variable f/3.5-5.6 maximum aperture maintains consistent exposure control across the entire zoom range while keeping weight manageable. Bonded multi-layer coating reduces surface reflections during extended shooting sessions, preserving colour fidelity and contrast. Auto-focus and auto-exposure linkage remain active throughout the zoom travel.

Mount and format limits

The lens is designed for Nikon EF cameras and the DX image circle, so it covers APS-C sensors fully but does not illuminate a full-frame sensor without vignetting. The 16.5-135mm focal span and f/3.5-5.6 aperture range define the practical boundaries of its zoom and light-gathering capability.

How it compares

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Price $263.99
Cheaper than about 79% of the 2,570 comparable items (median $546.49).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTokina
Model nameNot Available
Product typeZoom Lens
Audio & video
Focus systemAuto Focus

Questions about this item

How much heat or power does the Tokina AT-X 16.5-135mm f/3.5-5.6 draw during long shooting sessions?

The lens has no electronics that generate heat or consume power beyond the camera's focus motor; it stays cool during all-day use.

What Nikon camera mount does this DX lens require to function?

It fits Nikon F-mount DX and FX DSLRs; on FX bodies it operates in crop mode.

Will the 16.5-135mm zoom work properly on my older AF-D Nikon body?

Yes, the built-in AF motor drives focus on screw-drive bodies, and the aperture ring is absent so exposure is controlled from the camera.

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