• The Canon Rumors Forum has officially been shut down as of July 10, 2026.

    All data will be deleted on September 16, 2026.

    the ad free experience will return by July 17, 2026.

Finally got a Defective Refurb Camera!

Mt Spokane Photography

Canon Rumors Premium
Mar 25, 2011
16,847
1,793
13,016
I've bought several refurbished cameras and lenses from the Canon site, and I finally got a dud.

I have spent some time yesterday and today trying to photograph at 600mm and 1200 mm, but could not get the IS to lock on.

So, I brought it indoors and double checked the IS setting and focused on a brightly lit object with lots of contrast, and watched the image move around the viewfinder while I handheld the camera. It just would not lock on, but instead drifted all around.

I've previously owned a SX 50, but thought the price was too high, but paid $200 for the refurb. It locked on nicely. I'll call Canon tomorrow and ask for a exchange. They show 500+ in stock.
 
Hi Mt Spokane.
Sorry to hear you have a faulty toy, I don't doubt that the Canon Refurb Centre will see this right, it is just a hassle to have to deal with stuff like this. At least it was a treat for you not a gift, that would have been disappointing.

Cheers, Graham.
 
Upvote 0