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Returning 1D Mark III?
Yes, will return for refund / credit.		20	3%
Yes, would like to return, but not an option with dealer.		9	1%
No, trust Canon will fix it.		31	5%
No, my camera is fine		40	6%
Just show me the results...		567	85%
Total Votes		667	100%

Archive 2007 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

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p.1 #1 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Today Rob Galbraith confirmed the noted preproduction AF issues with the 1D Mark III remain in production cameras.

Are you returning your Mark III ?

Link to RG report:
RG Report on Problem AF.

Note: Had to delete the 1st poll to add a results option. Sorry to those who have to post again. It's one of those days for Mark III owners.

Edited by JackCnd on Jun 19, 2007 at 01:21 PM GMT

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:17 PM

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p.1 #2 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Thanks

I don't own an MK III but I sure wanted to know the results!!

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:19 PM

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p.1 #3 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Canon will fix it - too, too much at stake for them not to.

Be thankful Rob is pointing it out otherwise it may have fallen on deaf ears at Canon. I would hope he carries some clout with them.

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:20 PM

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p.1 #4 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

I'm sure Canon will fix it but will early serial numbers be forever 2nd class units. This looks like a hardware issue, given the heat and light comments Rob makes.

I'm hoping like the 24-105 , Canon quickly confirms the problem and offers replacements once the problem is resolved. If that's the case I'd keep it, else I'm not sure its worth the risk...

Edited by JackCnd on Jun 19, 2007 at 01:49 PM GMT

Edited by JackCnd on Jun 19, 2007 at 01:49 PM GMT

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:27 PM

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p.1 #5 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

The question is indeed, can this problem be resolved with a firmware update or is it a hardware problem?

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:37 PM

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p.1 #6 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Alistair101 wrote:
The question is indeed, can this problem be resolved with a firmware update or is it a hardware problem?

Even so, they should be able to fix it under warranty, even if it means replacing the logic board.

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:43 PM

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p.1 #7 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

It's still a bit early to say for sure, but right now I plan to keep it and see about an update from Canon. So far my results have been very good with the MkIII but I hadn't tested it like Rob has.

In my case the performance isn't exactly critical right now (non-pro)

And if the fix requires an actual replacement part, I'm easily close enough to Canon Irvine to drop it off in person and pick it up when it's ready.

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:47 PM

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p.1 #8 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Blimey, it sounds like this problem with the mk3 is bigger than it first appeared.

Although you have to think that yes, maybe 50 people here have had problems, but if that is out of 50,000 units shipped then it's not bad!

Does anyone have an idea how many cameras have been shipped in total?

Chris

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:50 PM

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p.1 #9 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Like I have said in other threads, let the guys with the arrows in their backs work out the kinks.

Its a sad state of affairs when a $4500 camera has these documented problems..

I have seen 3 for sale on Buy and Sell so far...

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:53 PM

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p.1 #10 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Apparently, even Canon is not immune to the initial product issues.... I thought only Leica managed to do that

. Don't get me wrong, I have been a Canon fan throughout my photography life and that extends to over 35 years ago and I am not giving up on this brand. I have always been an early adaptor but maybe I should sit this one out first until the dust has settled.

Jun 19, 2007 at 08:54 PM

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p.1 #11 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

I hate such threads! Why? coz now it will take longer to find a used 1D mkII at a good price...

(selfish photog

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Jun 19, 2007 at 09:06 PM

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p.1 #12 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Joseph C J wrote:
I hate such threads! Why? coz now it will take longer to find a used 1D mkII at a good price...

(selfish photog

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As soon as I get a good, working MK III, you can have my MK II. I'll hold it for you.

Jun 19, 2007 at 09:15 PM

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p.1 #13 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

I cancelled my preorder and although I have been very exited about this camera I do not even want to think about purchasing one until I can verify from reliable sources that the autofocus problem is completely solved by Canon.

Jun 19, 2007 at 09:20 PM

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p.1 #14 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Alistair101 wrote:
The question is indeed, can this problem be resolved with a firmware update or is it a hardware problem?

My question is if these same problems existed with the preproduction models and Canon was aware of it as Rob Galbraith says they were, why haven't they addressed the problem on the production models! DUHH!!!

With the ship date of the MKIII having been pushed back a couple of times, you got to wonder why the problem still exists. If Canon didn't view this as a big issue then, how long will it take for them to consider this a big issue, if at all. For those waiting for a firmware fix soon, start praying.

Jun 19, 2007 at 09:39 PM

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p.1 #15 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

I can't say I've noticed anything wrong with my Mark III focus so far but on the other hand I've not really shot much that is testing the AF system.

If there's a problem I trust Canon will fix it either by a firmware update or by exchanging cameras, I can't believe they wouldn't want their new flagship sports camera to be proven better than the previous version.

Jun 19, 2007 at 09:41 PM

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p.1 #16 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

I have had the same problems and I am glad RG has reported it. If he has 3 bad cameras or more, I would say it is a wide spread problem. I have been shooting it in bright, high heat conditions and am having the same problems. I think many of those who have not had the problem are not in the same conditions or have not tested it like RG.

Jun 19, 2007 at 10:57 PM

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p.1 #17 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Unfortunately, the first two options in the poll only assume that their camera is even broken; many might want to return their camera just out of principle, even though they've experienced no issues with it. Considering how many people go through many 'copies' of lenses searching for a 'good one', I'm not sure this poll will tell us anything.

Jun 19, 2007 at 11:02 PM

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p.1 #18 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Jeff, the 1st 2 options need not assume you have determined your camera is broken, many would trust RG has tested the performance and accept his findings.

Jun 19, 2007 at 11:13 PM

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p.1 #19 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

That's a different poll.

I trust RG's judgment, but if my camera isn't broken, I'm not returning it, nor sending it out for repair. If the camera is indeed that broken, I'm certain we'll all hear from Canon soon enough.

Jun 19, 2007 at 11:44 PM

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p.1 #20 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Jeff wrote:
That's a different poll.

I trust RG's judgment, but if my camera isn't broken, I'm not returning it, nor sending it out for repair. If the camera is indeed that broken, I'm certain we'll all hear from Canon soon enough.
Geeze, I hope so. It's been about seven months and they haven't said anything on the new 50L.

Jun 20, 2007 at 12:24 AM

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p.1 #21 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

We might need another poll now, "Are you cancelling your pre-orders?"

You know what would really make these polls become crazy, is if Canon now says "We can't reproduce the reported problems under any of our test procedures, therefore we believe there is no problem with the AF system"

Look out!

That's the only thing that worries me, no official acknowledgement from Canon that the problem actually exists. At least in some cameras. I don't know what will happen then.

Jun 20, 2007 at 01:21 AM

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p.1 #22 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

I'm canceling my preorder. I've waited this long, I can wait some more.

Michael

Jun 20, 2007 at 02:27 AM

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p.1 #23 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Exactly. Canon is out there merrily marketing the 50 1.2L despite amazingly well documented (and serious) problems. That's a $1450 lens. Why not market a $4500 body with some focusing problems too.

If this keeps up, I'll be looking for something else to shoot with. The reputation of this brand is sinking daily.

cactusclay wrote:
Jeff wrote:
That's a different poll.

I trust RG's judgment, but if my camera isn't broken, I'm not returning it, nor sending it out for repair. If the camera is indeed that broken, I'm certain we'll all hear from Canon soon enough.
Geeze, I hope so. It's been about seven months and they haven't said anything on the new 50L.

Jun 20, 2007 at 03:09 AM

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p.1 #24 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Julius wrote:
I cancelled my preorder and although I have been very exited about this camera I do not even want to think about purchasing one until I can verify from reliable sources that the autofocus problem is completely solved by Canon.

Sadly, I've also canceled my order. For this amount of money I want reliability and consistency of results. I will most definitely buy a MK III once I see Canon's response/fix to the issue. I was concerned with RG's initial report but this latest RG article makes me take a wait and see approach. Hope the issue is resolved quickly for all who currently own the camera.

Jun 20, 2007 at 11:51 AM

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p.1 #25 · Poll: Returning Mark III ?

Why would you cancel now? Most people will not see their order filled in a long while yet, and in the mean time Canon may fix the problem. All you achieve is losing your place in the line. If you do get the call before the issue is resolved couldn't you just decide then whether to buy or decline?

Jun 20, 2007 at 12:29 PM


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