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Do you think that the new 5D Mark III's will be recalled?
jrista:
Between the potential/minor light-leak issue and the DPP issue, it sounds like there are two rumored reasons for a recall. If it ends up being the DPP issue, I wouldn't worry...you can just download that off of Canon's site. If its the light leak issue, that only seems to actually be a problem when photographing with the lens cap on (or, conversely, when your literally in the dark.) For normal use I don't think that will be a huge problem, however if you do a lot of low-light shooting or astrophotography, you might want to hold off on a 5D III and see if they fix the light leak issue.
Personally, this is why I wait to buy anything new...there is usually a round of recalls and/or firmware updates before a complex new product released under the strong heat of competition is solid and really ready for prime time.
Mt Spokane Photography:
Its a physical issue, Canon might apply some black paing to the edge of the lcd panel or put in some light blocking material. Those who see a issue will likely be invited to send their camera in for a modification. Its not a recall in that case, but a service notice, since the issue only affects 0.001 percent of the users if that.
However, when you go to sell, buyers will be asking if you have had the service done, or wondering what your serial number is.
ramon123:
Poll
Do you think that the new 5D Mark III's will be recalled?
Yes 21 (52.5%)
No 19 (47.5%)
Total Members Voted: 40
Voting closes: 29-04-2012, 07:26:03
xBlue:
Yes voters: people who haven't bought yet the camera.
No voters: people who already bought the camera and want a magical firmware fix.
EYEONE:
It seems like they would have to recall in order to fix a physical problem. Unless they are hoping to teach the firmware to ignore light from the LCD. I'm not even sure you can do that.
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