Tamron issued a notice about a focusing problem with a 28-75mm f/2 lens.8 Di III RXD model A036 for Sony cameras. The company is figuring out the cause of the bug and promises to release firmware soon that will fix the problem.
“Notice about the 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD Model A036 .
Dear users of Tamron products and our potential customers. Thank you for your interest in the Tamron products.
We would like to announce that we have discovered some autofocus issues with our new 28-75mm f/2 lens.8 Di III RXD model A036FS for SONY mirrorless cameras, released on May 24, 2018. Problems arise primarily when using the camera in video recording mode.
Rest assured, we are figuring out the cause of the error and possible solutions to fix it. We expect this problem to be resolved very soon, at which time we will release new firmware.
As for the firmware, we guarantee that the firmware update process will be done directly through the SONY camera and will be supported by the Sony Firmware Update function. Once issues are resolved, we will explain the upgrade process in detail on our website.
We sincerely apologize to all users and potential buyers for any inconvenience this problem may have caused
May 31, 2018, Commack, NY”
Will the autofocus performance of the Tamron 28-75mm f/2 lens be significantly improved through the firmware release?
It is difficult to determine the exact impact of a firmware release on autofocus performance without more specific information. However, firmware updates can occasionally improve lens performance, including autofocus functionality. If Tamron has specifically mentioned addressing autofocus issues in the release notes of the firmware update for the 28-75mm f/2 lens, there is a possibility that the autofocus performance may be significantly improved. It is recommended to refer to Tamron’s official documentation or reach out to their support for more accurate information on the specific improvements brought by the firmware release.
Will the firmware release for the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 (A036) lens fix the autofocus performance issue?
It is possible that the firmware release for the Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 (A036) lens will address the autofocus performance issue. Firmware updates are typically released to improve the functionality and performance of a lens, including autofocus capabilities. It is recommended to install the firmware update once it is available to see if it resolves the autofocus issues with the lens.