Tamron Releases Firmware Update v2 for 70-180mm F2.8 FE Lens

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD

Tamron released Firmware Update Ver 2 for the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD FE Lens to correct image stabilization from 70-85mm and to reduce shutter delay when using a flash

Affected model

70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056)

Firmware version

Ver.2

Improvements

This update improves the following issues:.

1. A malfunction of Inner body image stabilizer occurs when used at about 70-85mm focal length and at more than 5.5m of object distance.
Applicable camera models: a7 II

2. When you use flashes, there is a delay from the time the shutter button is pressed to the time the shutter and the flash release.
Applicable camera models: a7, a7 II, a7R, a7R II, a7S, a7S II, a5000, a5100, a6000, a6300, a6500, NEX-3N, NEX-5R, NEX-5T, NEX-7, NEX-F3, NEX-6

How to Update

The lens firmware can be updated using cameras that support this lens firmware update.

How to Check your Lens Firmware Version

From your camera’s menu screen, please select “Setup” then “Display version.”
Tap for more details

Download

MAC | WIN

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