Dumb question: use of very wide lens?

[hoboahoy]

Hello I know this is rather a dumb question. I just got a Tokina 11-16mm lens f/2.8(for Nikon DX), and that's the only lens I own so far. Is this a good lens to own as the first lens? How can I use this lens? What is this for? Should I return it and get something else? Could you explain what I should be using this lens for?

Excuse me for a silly question, but this lens is pretty wide, and I don't know what we are supposed to use this kind of lens for. Also it's f/2.8, so I could possible use it in poor lighting? I'm in a position of being able to return this to the shop, so if you could suggest me a better lens as my first lens, I'd appreciate your opinion. Thank you very much.

 

[SrBiscuit]

if you can afford to keep it....do.
i would love a lens like that.

as to whether it;s a good first lens?...it would depend on your shooting style whatnot, but i would initially say no.
it would be better IMO to have something that offers a good range from slightly wide to tele...like the 18-55 or 18-200...
these are my opinions of course, and im sure a good discussion will follow.

 

[icassell]

Although this is an unusual choice for a first lens, it is an outstanding piece of glass. The ultrawide angle gives an interesting perspective on architecture and scenery and can make for some unusual portraits as well.

See the following links:

http://www.photosig.com/go/photos/browse?id=44478

http://10-20mm.com/


You are probably going to want a mid-range lens as well (17-50mm or similar range) and will probably use the mid-range more frequently, but I think you will enjoy what you have and I wouldn't get rid of it!