Is the Tokina 14-20mm f/2 available in Nikon mount, and what does “C/EF” mean?
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I’m looking at the Tokina AT-X 14-20mm f/2 Pro DX for use on a Nikon D500. Some listings describe it as “exchangeable,” and one listing shows “C/EF” in the product name.
Does this lens come in separate Canon and Nikon versions, or is the mount actually interchangeable/swappable? If I buy the Nikon version, will it work normally on a Nikon D500 like a dedicated Nikon-mount lens?
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Tokina does not, actually, label or market this as an "Exchangeable" lens. This is something wonky with Amazon's data entry, and makes me suspicious of the listing as a whole. See the actual official page for this lens at Tokina's own web site, which has no such language. Instead, it says:
The lens is designed for use with either Canon or Nikon DSLR cameras with APS-C sensors.
Note also that the Amazon listing you've linked to says "User Manual Included [Cannot Guarantee this will be in English]". This is internet code for "OMG RUN AWAY FROM THIS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE OFFER", because the next step from that is cannot guarantee that there is anything like a warranty in your country. Even though this particular listing appears to be sold and shipped by Amazon UK directly, something is pretty dodgy with how it got there. I'd stay away.
All that said, this particular listing appears to be for the Canon-mount version. The "C" at the end of the model number is a clue, and you can confirm this by using the "Enter your model number" link, where you will find that it doesn't match Nikon models and does match ones from Canon.
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Yes, the Tokina 14-20mm f/2 Pro DX is made in separate mount versions, including Nikon F and Canon EF. Your Nikon D500 uses the Nikon F mount, so you need the Nikon version.
“C/EF” means Canon EF mount. That version will not mount on your D500. Likewise, a Nikon-mount version will not fit Canon EF bodies.
In this context, “exchangeable” is likely just a bad or misleading marketplace listing term, not a sign that the lens mount can be swapped by the user. The lens itself is an interchangeable-lens camera lens, but each copy is sold in one specific mount.
If you buy the Nikon-mount version, it should work on the D500 as intended, like any third-party lens made for Nikon F-mount APS-C DSLRs.
Since the listing language sounds questionable, it’s wise to verify the exact mount in the seller’s specs and, if possible, confirm against Tokina’s official product information before ordering.
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