5D3 Light Leak Issue - Did you send yours in???

[Jamesy]

I am considering sending mine in, not because it is affecting my images just because I think it should be updated. I don't intend to sell it any time soon but I am sure it helps in that regard. I saw number 5Dc sellers mention the mirror fix and 1D3 owners talk about the fix for AF being performed.

They say it will be 7-10 days to perform the repair.

What are your thoughts on this?

 

[Razor2012]

The light leak issue hasn't affected me, so I guess until it does (might not ever) I'm happy.

 

[Chris Burch]

I sent my 5D3 in because I messed up the focus screen and told them to do the light leak repair at that same time. I shipped the package out via UPS ground on a Monday, and I got the camera back that Friday, so it was a very fast turn around. I have no idea where you got 7-10 days from, but that certainly wasn't my experience. Canon Prof Services also replaced my focus screen and cleaned it for free, which I wasn't expecting. So far I've had superb experience with them and couldn't be happier.

 

[Mt Spokane Photography]

I sent my 5D3 in because I messed up the focus screen and told them to do the light leak repair at that same time. I shipped the package out via UPS ground on a Monday, and I got the camera back that Friday, so it was a very fast turn around. I have no idea where you got 7-10 days from, but that certainly wasn't my experience. Canon Prof Services also replaced my focus screen and cleaned it for free, which I wasn't expecting. So far I've had superb experience with them and couldn't be happier.

What Canon quotes and their actual turnaround time may vary with workload. I guarantee that if I send a parcel by UPS ground to Canon from where I live, it will take 4 days for them to get it, and if a weekend is involved, 6 days. Don't assume that the entire country is one day away from a Canon repair facility by UPS ground.

 

[Jamesy]

The 7-10 business days was quoted to me by Canon Canada - I am sure that is the standard line they are told to say to callers. They also suggested I send it via Purolator and do not put insurance as they are covered by Purolator for all items (sounds a little fishy to me). They gave me their Purolator account number so there is no cost to me to send it in.

I suppose I could drop it off but they are only open during the week and it would be a hassle to drop off but I may do it none the less.

I bums me out that I will potentially loose my 5D3 for two plus weeks and am trying to schedule my shooting schedule around it. I will resort back to my 40D during that time so it is not like I will be completely naked

 

[drjlo]

Canon Prof Services also replaced my focus screen and cleaned it for free, which I wasn't expecting. So far I've had superb experience with them and couldn't be happier.

Really? Which level of CPS do you have?

 

[Chris Burch]

I'm a CPS Gold member and use the NJ center. Except for the repair discount, I couldn't justify upgrading to Platinum -- all of my turn-around times have been in 3 days or less.

 

[Jamesy]

Added a quick poll on the topic.

 

[Razor2012]

Added a quick poll on the topic.

Maybe could add one more, 'It doesn't affect me right now but if it does I'll take send it in".

 

[bdunbar79]

Added a quick poll on the topic.

Maybe could add one more, 'It doesn't affect me right now but if it does I'll take send it in".

Such as when you shoot in a dark cave with your lens cap still on?

 

[Jamesy]

Maybe could add one more, 'It doesn't affect me right now but if it does I'll take send it in".

Added it - thanks

 

[canonian]

I think this only affects certain cameras. Look at the link below and check your serial number to find out if yours is one of the possible "victims"

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/support/consumer?pageKeyCode=prdAdvDetail&docId=0901e02480538fc7

 

[Jamesy]

I think this only affects certain cameras. Look at the link below and check your serial number to find out if yours is one of the possible "victims"

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/support/consumer?pageKeyCode=prdAdvDetail&docId=0901e02480538fc7

Right, thanks for this. I knew this but forgot to post it in the original post.

Affected Product
Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera
*Products whose sixth digit in the serial number is 1 or 2 are affected.
　　　For example,　“xxxxx1xxxxxx”　or “xxxxx2xxxxxx” ([x] represents any optional number.)

 

[wickidwombat]

Mine is not in the affected serial range so not an issue for me

 

[Jamesy]

Mine is not in the affected serial range so not an issue for me

I added this as the final category to the poll.

 

[Jamesy]

Does anyone know if the light leak fix extends beyond the warranty period like the mirror fix for the 5Dc?