Red AF in AI-Servo fixed in 1D-X before 5D Mk III

[Pompo]

Why do you think this was addressed earlier than the 5d mark III, despite the 5d being released "long" before the 1dx?

The simple answer would be: The 1dx costs more. "Professionals" demand it. etc.

But I don't think there are too many amateurs running around out there with $3000 bodies.

I was relatively unconcerned with the large amount of discontent with the 5d mark iii preformance, personally feeling that the camera fit its role.

I am, however; utterly pissed that Canon chose to overlook the fact that there are thousands of 5d mk3 users out there that have demanded, more or less, that the AF in AI Servo be changed through a simple firmware update, and instead, offer it to the 1dx that has been out for a fraction of the time.

I love Canon, but this really irks me, maybe unjustifiably, but irks me none the less, and where better to rant than cr?

Grrrrr.

oh yes there are quite a few amateurs with the 5DIII, anyway the update sucks, all the points are red since they cannot change the hardware of the lcd. You could set it to only show your point you are usin but still have that red glare/halo all over the VF...and if you do that you won't know where you can move your AF point to...LAst but not least IT BLINKS FAST so it wont effect exposure, how is that for a 7 grands body?

 

[AmbientLight]

Do you really own a 1D-X? Mine certainly does not show the behaviour you describe.

 

[Bombsight]

how is that for a 7 grands body?

A hell of a lot better than not being able to see the black ones. ;D

 

[comsense]

I see a lot of 5D3's being sold soon if Canon says no to the "pretty daughters".

The one acting petty daughter, son, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, or anyone else is YOU my friend in addition to those who thought/think that people buying 1DX are throwing away $4000. So don't drag normal people into your pettiness. It has already been said that this is not a 'coveted' xtra special pro*est pro feature which users are whining about unnecessary. Its like saying people buying cheaper cars should not ask for proper rear view mirror. It pertains to basic use and even Rebel series deserves it.
Although it is annoying, I don't think it effects your image quality or creativity; so no, don't lookout for those sweet deals on used 5DIII flooded in the market even if Canon ignores it.