9 January 2008
Kenro has announced the UK release of two new Tokina lenses, the AT-X 165 PRO DX and the AT-X 535 PRO DX, with immediate availability.
Both new lenses continue Tokina's reputation for combining superb performance with outstanding value for money.
The AT-X 165 is an ideal multi-purpose lens with a wide range of applications. From portrait photographers to photojournalists, from lovers of nature photography to sports fans - all will benefit from the AT-X 165's bright F/2.8 constant aperture. This wide aperture allows for faster shutter speeds in low-light conditions or a more shallow depth of field for more pleasing portraits. The out-of-focus background from a wide aperture setting helps to concentrate
attention on the subject giving the image more strength and intimacy.
The Tokina AT-X 535 PRO DX lens is a 50mm-135mm lens with a fast constant aperture of f/2.8. This lens gives digital photographers the similar to industry standard 80-210 telephoto zoom lens in 35mm camera terms.
The lens uses SD glass elements to minimise the secondary spectrum or optical noise caused by chromatic aberration. It also focuses all colours accurately at the film plane, making the AT-X 535 PRO DX an APO lens. The AT-X 535 also comes with a built-in tripod collar.
Both lenses are available with either a Canon or a Nikon mount.
The AT-X 165 and the AT-X 535 both boast Tokina's exclusive One-touch Focus Clutch Mechanism. This groundbreaking feature allows the photographer to switch between Auto Focus and Manual Focus by simply snapping the focus ring forward for Auto and back towards the camera to focus manually.
There is no need to change the AF-MF switch on Nikon cameras and there is no second AF/MF switch on the lens for Canon, everything is accomplished by the focus ring.
Kenro are the official UK distributors for Tokina lenses. See www.kenro.co.uk for details of your nearest stockist, or call 01793 615836 for more details.