This is an update to the previous blog, Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD is a High-Speed Standard Zoom Lens for Sony E-Mount, Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras to Deliver Distinctive Images with Soft Bokeh: Compact, Lightweight, Quick and Precise AF, Quiet, Moisture-Resistant Construction; Get New Photographic Expression with Close-Up Shooting at the Wide-Angle End Via the 0.19m Minimum Object Distance (MOD).
Recently, Tamron reported some issues with the auto focus of the Tamron 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A036) lens.
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Notice about 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A036) Operation
May 30, 2018
Tamron Co., Ltd.
Dear Tamron product users and potential purchasers.
Thank you for your interest in Tamron products.
We would like to announce that we discovered some issues with the auto focus of our new lens, 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (Model A036) for Sony E-mount, 35mm full-frame mirrorless cameras, released on May 24, 2018. The issues occur primarily when using the camera in video recording mode.
Rest assured, we are evaluating the cause of the error and for the solution to this matter. We expect this issue to be resolved very shortly and we will release a firmware update at that time.
Regarding the firmware updating process, please be assured that the process is accomplished directly through the Sony camera and supported by the Sony firmware updating function. As soon as the process is finalized, we will explain the process in detail on our website.
We sincerely apologize to all users and potential purchasers for any inconvenience this issue may cause.