When might 1DX stop being sold new?

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1DX seems like a good deal for some, and is being sold by many retailers concurrently with he new one.

When, typically, has that sort of inventory been exhausted after the introduction of a successor?

 

[Pookie]

Pretty much... great time to sell used ones too. Just sold mine for a nice bit of change (Ebay is kaa-razy) but I'm sure you can find many low mileage one for pennies on the dollar. Everyone has to have the latest and greatest, deals to be had if you like the model but don't want to put out the cash for "brand new".

 

[kaihp]

Here in Denmark the new 1Dx'es are long gone. The only ones available are 2nd hand and maybe 1-3 demo models (at ridiculous prices).

AFAIK there are only 3 shops that are designated as 'Canon Pro dealer' and are allowed to sell the 1D series here.

 

[Ozarker]

1DX seems like a good deal for some, and is being sold by many retailers concurrently with he new one.

When, typically, has that sort of inventory been exhausted after the introduction of a successor?

It is impossible to answer that and will happen at different times at different retailers depending upon the stock they have. Nobody could predict that with any sort of accuracy.

If you want one and can find one, buy it now.

 

[unfocused]

1DX seems like a good deal for some, and is being sold by many retailers concurrently with he new one.

When, typically, has that sort of inventory been exhausted after the introduction of a successor?

It is impossible to answer that and will happen at different times at different retailers depending upon the stock they have. Nobody could predict that with any sort of accuracy.

If you want one and can find one, buy it now.

Agreed. Aside from the very large retailers, or those that specialize in professional customers, most dealers do not keep the 1 series bodies in stock, so the supply is not that large to begin with. The 5D II was available for quite some time after the 5D III came out, but that was quite different. I noticed that Canon Price Watch shows the 5D II was last available refurbished 64 weeks ago. The Canon USA store is still selling the 1DX new and has at least 10 refurbished bodies in stock, which makes me think it will be around for a few more months at least, but who knows? I certainly doubt that Canon is shipping any stock to retailers, so you are probably limited to dealers that already have it in stock, or buying direct from Canon USA.

 

[Ozarker]

1DX seems like a good deal for some, and is being sold by many retailers concurrently with he new one.

When, typically, has that sort of inventory been exhausted after the introduction of a successor?

It is impossible to answer that and will happen at different times at different retailers depending upon the stock they have. Nobody could predict that with any sort of accuracy.

If you want one and can find one, buy it now.

Agreed. Aside from the very large retailers, or those that specialize in professional customers, most dealers do not keep the 1 series bodies in stock, so the supply is not that large to begin with. The 5D II was available for quite some time after the 5D III came out, but that was quite different. I noticed that Canon Price Watch shows the 5D II was last available refurbished 64 weeks ago. The Canon USA store is still selling the 1DX new and has at least 10 refurbished bodies in stock, which makes me think it will be around for a few more months at least, but who knows? I certainly doubt that Canon is shipping any stock to retailers, so you are probably limited to dealers that already have it in stock, or buying direct from Canon USA.

If I had the money, I'd be happy to buy a 1DX today. BUT, if I had the money for a 1DX Mark II I'd have to go that route. I'd wait a year though, just to see if there are any bad bugs that show up.

I'm sure they are both very, very fine machines.

I think I'd get a 400mm f/2.8L II or a 600 mm f/4L first though, and then the 1D body. Otherwise a 1D body wouldn't make sense in my situation. All three would be real luxuries. Heck, the whole hobby is a luxury for me. I never dreamed I'd have what I have now. I'm truly grateful for that.