Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD

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TWI by Dustin Abbott said:
Rienzphotoz said:
Whenever I leave my 5D MK III + Tamron 24-70 VC with VC turned on (even though the camera power is turned off), the battery drains very within a couple of days ... does anyone else face this issue?
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I had a similar issue. Call Tamron, send it in, and they will fix it quickly. It needs an updated circuit board.
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Thanks for the response, I was really hoping for your reply, as you are probably the biggest evangelist for Tamron 24-70 in CR (I say that with great respect for the excellent results you achieve with that lens) ... unfortunately, here in Qatar, we don't have any Tamron service center (for that matter any other service center that can fix lenses) ... also, I bought the Tamron 24-70 VC from Japan (through my boss), so if I want it fixed, I'll have to send it to Japan ... but I don't have time now, as I'm about to go on vacation for 15 days (to Australia) ... so far I have not faced any problems with the lens or its image quality ... just this annoying battery drain issue if I forget to leave the VC on while not in use (so most of the time I turn off VC, but when the camera is in use, it does not seem to affect the battery life), so I'm assuming it won't turn into a bigger issue if I never get the circuit board updated - what do you think?
 
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#42
Rienzphotoz said:
TWI by Dustin Abbott said:
Rienzphotoz said:
Whenever I leave my 5D MK III + Tamron 24-70 VC with VC turned on (even though the camera power is turned off), the battery drains very within a couple of days ... does anyone else face this issue?
Click to expand...

I had a similar issue. Call Tamron, send it in, and they will fix it quickly. It needs an updated circuit board.
Click to expand...
Thanks for the response, I was really hoping for your reply, as you are probably the biggest evangelist for Tamron 24-70 in CR (I say that with great respect for the excellent results you achieve with that lens) ... unfortunately, here in Qatar, we don't have any Tamron service center (for that matter any other service center that can fix lenses) ... also, I bought the Tamron 24-70 VC from Japan (through my boss), so if I want it fixed, I'll have to send it to Japan ... but I don't have time now, as I'm about to go on vacation for 15 days (to Australia) ... so far I have not faced any problems with the lens or its image quality ... just this annoying battery drain issue if I forget to leave the VC on while not in use (so most of the time I turn off VC, but when the camera is in use, it does not seem to affect the battery life), so I'm assuming it won't turn into a bigger issue if I never get the circuit board updated - what do you think?
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I've never heard of it causing any other issue than the battery drain. It doesn't affect lens function, but it will cause a slow but continual drain on the battery like you've experienced. Its too bad you are disconnected from service like that.
 
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#43
TWI by Dustin Abbott said:
Rienzphotoz said:
TWI by Dustin Abbott said:
Rienzphotoz said:
Whenever I leave my 5D MK III + Tamron 24-70 VC with VC turned on (even though the camera power is turned off), the battery drains very within a couple of days ... does anyone else face this issue?
Click to expand...

I had a similar issue. Call Tamron, send it in, and they will fix it quickly. It needs an updated circuit board.
Click to expand...
Thanks for the response, I was really hoping for your reply, as you are probably the biggest evangelist for Tamron 24-70 in CR (I say that with great respect for the excellent results you achieve with that lens) ... unfortunately, here in Qatar, we don't have any Tamron service center (for that matter any other service center that can fix lenses) ... also, I bought the Tamron 24-70 VC from Japan (through my boss), so if I want it fixed, I'll have to send it to Japan ... but I don't have time now, as I'm about to go on vacation for 15 days (to Australia) ... so far I have not faced any problems with the lens or its image quality ... just this annoying battery drain issue if I forget to leave the VC on while not in use (so most of the time I turn off VC, but when the camera is in use, it does not seem to affect the battery life), so I'm assuming it won't turn into a bigger issue if I never get the circuit board updated - what do you think?
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I've never heard of it causing any other issue than the battery drain. It doesn't affect lens function, but it will cause a slow but continual drain on the battery like you've experienced. Its too bad you are disconnected from service like that.
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Thank you ... considering my options, that is good news ... guess I'll just live with it for the time being. But I like the lens a great deal, the image quality is absolutely brilliant. I'll see if they can quickly fix it in Australia. Cheers.
 
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#45
This shot was taken with the 6D/Tamron 24-70 VC combo that I use a LOT while traveling. Nice thing about the Tamron is that I shot this at 70mm and 1/13th of a second. I don't fear doing that at all with a static subject. It's VC is great! This is a door that caught my eye leaving the Temple Mount in Jerusalem and heading out into the Arab Quarter.

 
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#49
I know when I read the DP review of the lens that showed the Mustache affect that the lens will produce. And with the 5D3 or 6D (which I have) you can't setup in camera corrects for this lens correct? Which means and I've never tried is there a profile one can download for LR5?

Also anyone know if you can get a deal on refurbed lenses from somewhere? Looking not to spend 1100 if at all possible.
 
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#54
TWI by Dustin Abbott said:
Rienzphotoz said:
Whenever I leave my 5D MK III + Tamron 24-70 VC with VC turned on (even though the camera power is turned off), the battery drains very within a couple of days ... does anyone else face this issue?
Click to expand...

I had a similar issue. Call Tamron, send it in, and they will fix it quickly. It needs an updated circuit board.
Click to expand...

This is another reason why I don't like 3rd party lenses. Send it in for an updated circuit board on a £750+ lens so it won't drain my battery!! Be without the bread and butter lens... Ridiculous and if your a pro 'small' issues like this are a big deal.
 
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#55
tomscott said:
TWI by Dustin Abbott said:
Rienzphotoz said:
Whenever I leave my 5D MK III + Tamron 24-70 VC with VC turned on (even though the camera power is turned off), the battery drains very within a couple of days ... does anyone else face this issue?
Click to expand...

I had a similar issue. Call Tamron, send it in, and they will fix it quickly. It needs an updated circuit board.
Click to expand...

This is another reason why I don't like 3rd party lenses. Send it in for an updated circuit board on a £750+ lens so it won't drain my battery!! Be without the bread and butter lens... Ridiculous and if your a pro 'small' issues like this are a big deal.
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I guess you've missed the numerous postings about problems with the EF24-70 ll. Many of those posters report receiving no satisfaction from Canon. I've read no such posts about the Tamron, and their warranty is for six years.
 
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#56
Regardless of the warranty and customer care after purchase. A product should work as described out of the box, not need to be sent back as soon as you purchase for an updated chip to be installed to stop it draining the battery. A lens that is not a perfect match for your camera is fairly normal which is why there is AFMA. Apples and oranges.
 
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#57
tomscott said:
Regardless of the warranty and customer care after purchase. A product should work as described out of the box, not need to be sent back as soon as you purchase for an updated chip to be installed to stop it draining the battery. A lens that is not a perfect match for your camera is fairly normal which is why there is AFMA. Apples and oranges.
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Perhaps you should have a look at this now 14 page thread: http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=15231.0;topicseen

I completely agree with you in theory, but having issues with a lens is hardly unique to third part manufacturers. My lens was out of my hands and with Tamron for about 8 days. It has worked flawlessly after the fix and has been my most used lens out of a kit of excellent lenses. To each his own...
 
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