Canon 10-22 vs. Tokina 11-16

[JPatrosso]

Im looking to add a lense to my photo gear... I am currently using a Canon 50D and have two lenses: Kit lense 18-135 and the 50 1.8.

I want to be able to take some good, lower light inside photos. These two lenses are in the price range I am comfortable with, but do not know which would be best.

Any thoughts???

[ddr]

there are countless comparisons with these two lenses...

10-22 for excellent flare control, and that extra 1mm
11-16 for low light, and lower price

i've read that some wide angle fanatics own both. you really can't go wrong with either.

[OsmosisStudios]

Originally Posted by PVB Jeff

I want to be able to take some good, lower light inside photos.

Of what? The two lenses you've listed are ultra-wides, which is great, but they're specialized lenses. If you're doing architecture, then a tripod is a must and so the max aperture of the lenses doesnt matter.

[JPatrosso]

I'm looking to capture some of the area nightlife. Restaurants, bars, etc...

[OsmosisStudios]

Originally Posted by PVB Jeff

I'm looking to capture some of the area nightlife. Restaurants, bars, etc...

Then why are you looking at ultrawides?

[JPatrosso]

Most of the local nightlife takes place in fairly small, confined spaces. I want something that can grab a larger view of what all is going on around the subject, and I have other lenses that will let in enough light if I want to be far enough away to grab a closer shot. Hope this makes sense... Im rather inexperienced because I am just getting back into photography after several years away.

Anyways, I ended up going with the Tokina lens. Just got it today, but looks, feels and shoots very well! As high quality as I had hoped!

Thanks to all the help for those who offered their assistance!

Jeff