FYI Tamron's website lists their standard repair prices for all of their
lenses.
Gary
Gary Schloss wrote:
> Glen Lowry wrote:
>
> >Hi all. Any of you have experience with the Tamron SP 35-105?
> >I picked up a "like new" [...] but with two mechanical "problems."
> >1. the zoom is a bit sticky
> >2. There is a noticeable focus shift; when I zoom from 35 to105
> >My dilemma is this: do I return the lens and get my money back
> >or do get the shop to repair it under the 30 day warranty.
>
> AFAIK, this is supposedly a terrific lens. If the store will
> pick up the repair tab, it's probably worth going through with
> it. The good news (for you!) is that Tamron has no authorized
> repair outlets, and so all their lenses must go back to Tamron
> USA in Farmingdale, NY where your lens is guaranteed to receive
> a professional treatment. The bad news is that, in case you
> must pay for it yourself, Tamron USA repairs are not cheap.
> I believe they charge a min. of $100 for repairs of SP models.
>
> Let us know how it worked out. Good luck,
>
> /Gary Schloss.
> Studio City, CA
> schloss@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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