Received this from a few people today
Thank you for using Canon products.
We have discovered that, in rare instances, the main mirror of some EOS 5D Digital SLR cameras may detach due to deterioration in the strength of the adhesive. Accordingly, we would like to convey the details and our service policy concerning this phenomenon.
We offer our sincerest apologies to those customers who have been inconvenienced by this issue. Canon always strives to provide the highest quality products to our customers and we will spare no effort in our quality management to make sure our customers can use our products with confidence. We hope our efforts will earn your understanding.
Phenomenon
The main mirror of the camera detaches and images cannot be viewed through the viewfinder.
Affected Product
EOS 5D Digital SLR cameras whose main mirror has detached.
User Support
We will repair and reinforce the mirror portion of the affected products free of charge. If you own one of the affected products, please contact our Customer Support Center.
thanks for the tip
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All this could have something to do with Nikon not only snapping at the heels but actually getting ahead as No1 producer of DSLR’s. I don’t think this will do anything to slow their demise!
China is the new Japan! What electronic doesn’t have a part in china?
Not quite:
“The mirror assembly of the EOS 5D Mark II has an extra set of clips to secure the main reflex mirror and prevent it from loosening unintentionally. ”
http://digitaljournalist.org/issue0810/tech-tips.html#comment-3362223
I give Canon no ‘props’ in this regard at all. They made a bad product, charged a lot for it, and are only now publicly admitting to the problem. From the money they make from their equipment, you might think they would have the resources to test their glue before using it in a mirror mechanism. I am wondering if my MkII will be any better :-(
I did read that article. But did not follow the comments. Thanks for clarifying. :)
Hopefully 5D2 will not have similar issues. Well, we would know in a few months time, especially those that are in tropical climates.