Canon EOS-1D X Delays

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<strong>Why?


</strong>A lot of stuff has come into the inbox as to why the 1D X has been delayed yet again (Canon has yet to make it official). We’re hearing a late June or early July arrival of the camera.</p>
<p>The latest and best information I have says the camera is delayed due to issues with an accessory. It could be the wifi add-on for the camera.</p>
<p><strong>1D X autofocus performance


</strong>The good news is the AF system on the 1D X is being called the “best” and “fastest” system on any current DSLR, this includes the new Nikon D4 and Canon 5D Mark III.</p>
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It can't be because of accessories... I mean, the 5D3 is out and the gps, wireless and even the grip is nowhere to be found. Dammit... Get it out already. My baby girl will be born soon and she was conceived after the 1Dx announcement....
 
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Shnookums said:
It can't be because of accessories... I mean, the 5D3 is out and the gps, wireless and web the grip is nowhere to be found. Dammit... Get it out already. My girl will be born soon and she was conceived after the 1Dx announcement....

Haha, Internet Gold Sire.
Hats off to you, you made my day.
 
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Shnookums said:
It can't be because of accessories... I mean, the 5D3 is out and the gps, wireless and even the grip is nowhere to be found.

It the problem was with the accessories themselves, you'd be right. But if its something in the camera necessary to support the accessories, then they have to fix the camera design before release. Another good reason to use standard connection instead of proprietary connections.
 
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Interestingly enough - I just spoke with canon Australia and they advised that it is *still* looking at a late may release (was told would not be released earlier then May 15 half a month ago by my local pro dealer)

I have been on pre-order since the announcement - I'm tired of shooting crop (7D), I loved the 5DIII when I picked it up but I am just holding back for my 1DX (1 series lust is bad... esp after owning previous 1 Series before you know a 5 just wont do).
 
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Shnookums said:
It can't be because of accessories... I mean, the 5D3 is out and the gps, wireless and even the grip is nowhere to be found. Dammit... Get it out already. My baby girl will be born soon and she was conceived after the 1Dx announcement....


"Donate here to support my growing family"

;D ;D ;D

Congratualtions ;)
 
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Missing the Olympics would be a disaster for Canon, it would akin to a US fireworks manufacturer missing the 4th of July!

I'm sure that Canon is keen to avoid any kind of debacle like the 1D MkIII's AF system, but this is almost as bad. What was so wrong with the camera that it has taken Canon nine months to move from pre-production to release?

This whole situation must be an absolute nightmare for Canon's PR department!
 
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