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From: "James B.Davis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, July 27, 2004 8:57 PM
Subject: EOS I'm getting a Tokina!
I just picked up on auction here in Japan, a Tokina 28-70 f2.8 ATX Pro
lens like new, but used, for about $150 US. Just for fun really, I
want to see if it can replace my 50 and 85 and give me a between lens
from my 20-35 and my 100-400. I'll let you all know how it works out,
will not receive it for a couple of days.
Does anyone else on the list have one of these?
Nice close focusing, I was suprised how heavy it actually is,
considering they advertise it as a compact light weight lens. -
('Advancements in fabrication technology and the greater use of
composite materials have created a lens that is lighter in weight')
Focal length: 28mm - 70mm
Maximum aperture: f/2.8
Minimum aperture: f/22
Optical construction: 16 elements in 12 groups
Coatings: Multi-layer
Angle of view: 75� 20' to 34�20'
Minimum focus distance: 0.7m (27.5")
Focusing system: Internal focusing system
Zooming system: Rotary type
Number of diaphragm blades: 8
Filter size: 77mm
Maximum outer diameter: 84mm (3.3")
Overall length: 108mm (4.3")
Weight: 719g (25.2oz)
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Jim Davis, Nature Photography
http://jimdavis.oberro.com/
Standard Poodles for fun
BMW motorcycle for pleasure
I don't have that lens, I have the Tokina 28-70 f2.6-2.8 ATX Pro, and I've
been very happy with its performance, so far. One thing that impressed me
about it was the precise feel of the controls compared to my 28-135 IS, the
focus ring and zoom ring have concise stops rather than the vagueness of the
Canon.
Skip Middleton
http://www.shadowcatcherimagery.com
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