Tokina 50-135mm f/2.8 a good lens?

[pauloanjo]

Does anyone have one? opinions needed.
I have read very good things about this lens on Fredmiranda, Photozone and others sites, but.......

Paulo anjo

[Chris Knight]

Yes it is a good lens. A little noisy due to the AF body motor. But is sharp and performs well. Solid build and a very good price. I like the af manual clutch on the front ring. I have been very happy with it. Bought mine last June 09. It and my 17-55f2.8 Nikon are always in my bag

Here are a couple shots with it.
Cat f2,8
http://kadvantage.smugmug.com/Pets/P...70_PrXj6-L.jpg
Landscape f9
http://kadvantage.smugmug.com/Nature...45_TEk7X-L.jpg

[pauloanjo]

Thank you Chris.
Is it good wide open?

More opinions needed, anyone used this lens?

Paulo Anjo