Tokina is a lesser-known Japanese maker of high-quality third-party DSLR and mirrorless camera lenses. They are better known for their binocular optics. Tokina lenses are made in Shinjuku, Japan, and they’ve been around since 1950. So you have the reassurance coming from experience and high manufacturing standards. Tokina's interchangeable lenses are compatible with many big brand mounts, such as Canon RF, Nikon Z Mount, Sony A Mount, and Sony E mount. These lenses are priced lower than marque lenses. This gives you the option of an affordable setup for your camera or a second lens for traveling without having to break a bank.