Tamron Lens Utility Mobile

Tamron has announced the launch of Tamron Lens Utility Mobile, a dedicated application for smartphones and tablets running with Android OS, that provides convenient use in the field and expands the possibilities of video and still photography. The app is the mobile version of the Tamron Lens Utility dedicated Windows and Mac PC software that was developed in-house by Tamron and has earned praise from many Tamron lens users since its release in October 2021.

Customize lens functions in the field
Tamron Lens Utility is dedicated PC software that enables the customization of various functions of select Tamron lenses to match the video and still photography style of the lens user. After receiving feedback regarding improved convenience from customers wishing to make lens function customizations when shooting in the field, Tamron developed Tamron Lens Utility Mobile for Android. Using the Tamron Connection Cable (Model CC-350, sold separately) - or a third party USB-C and USB-C cable like one of those from Anker - an Android smart device can be connected to a lens to easily configure lens customizations without requiring a computer.

New functionality added
A new function that enables lens operations to be controlled from a smartphone has also been added. For example, the A-B Focus function that smoothly shifts the focus from one preselected subject to another can be setup without touching the lens. Expansion of functions in the future is possible to make users even more comfortable to try out video
production. Current functions of Tamron Lens Utility Mobile include tethered remote control, customizing the Custom Switch or Focus Set button, and customizing the Focus Ring.

Compatible lenses and OS
Tamron Lens Utility Mobile is currently compatible with 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III VXD G2 (Model A063) and 35-150mm F/2-2.8 Di III VXD (Model A058).  50-400mm F/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD (Model A067) will be supported at a later date. Compatible OS include Android 6 to 12, for devices fitted with USB Type-C ports only. Please note that iOS is not supported at this time.

Please note: Lens firmware updates are not supported with the Mobile version. Performing firmware updates requires the Tamron Lens Utility for PC and a computer. Please update your lens to the latest firmware before using Tamron Lens Utility Mobile.

For more details and to download the app visit the Tamron Lens Utility page on Tamron’s website here