My Nikon D70 focuses my Tamron model A061 28-300 mm lens but won't take the photo. What's going on?

Question

My D70 drives and focuses my Tamron model A061 AF 28-300 mm lens just fine, but will not take the photo when zoomed beyond 28 mm unless I push the AE-L/AF-L focus button. Then it will take the photo. I normally run it in the "P" (program) position, not in the "Auto" position. What is going on and how do I get the camera to take the picture without having to push the AE-L/AF-L button? Do I need to update the software?

Answer 1

Hi there.   Just to check for a malfunction,  try putting your camera in M (Maunal) mode for once.    Keep the lens on Auto Focus.    You will need the correct exposure but then see if the camera will take the picture.

Answer 2

i think it is something wrong internally just take it somewhere and ask a specialist if they say its nutting wrong with it take it somewhere else or if they say it is get an estimate and save up.

Answer 3

lol