Ordering a new 1DIII (Chuck?)

[Raul_Sanchez]

Hi Chuck,

I am about to order a new 1DIII but I am hesitant due to the recall in the UK.
Can I assume that if an on-line retailer sells me a 1DIII unit it will be a good one? Why the recall is only in the UK? Am I "safe" ordering within the US?

Thanks,

Raul.

[ChuckWestfall]

Hi, Raul:

My advice would be to have the dealer confirm that the serial number of the EOS-1D Mark III you are ordering is 546562 or higher. That will ensure that the camera already incorporates a modified AF mirror.

[Raul_Sanchez]

Thank you Chuck.

Raul.

[Brian_Wilcox]

This is to funny. As I am checking my serial # I do indeed have #546562. I guess I have the 1st modfied Mark 3 off of the lot....Brian

[Brian_Wilcox]

Bummer I just rechecked Im #536562 I guess I wount buy a lotto ticket after all....B

[Raul_Sanchez]

I am getting mine today. It should have a serial number high enough.

[Raul_Sanchez]

Chuck,

I just received this email (below) from cits.canon.com
According to my serial number my autofocus should be fine. Why are they sending me this? Is it any other issue/fix that they are refering to?

Thanks,

Raul.


"Raul Sanchez,

We are trying to contact you regarding the repair of the AI Servo auto-focus system on your EOS 1D Mark III. We tried to call you to set up your repair at the telephone number we have listed for you (202/244-1134), but we got what sounds like a fax machine. Please provide your contact and shipping information by replying to this e-mail [Please add "ATTN: JOHN E." to the subject line] with the following information:

1. Full Name: (first and last)
2. Good contact phone number including area code:
3. Full mailing address including Street address, City, State and Zip code (no P.O. Boxes, APO or FPO):
4. Camera serial number:

After we receive this information, we will be able to send you an evaluation form and prepaid shipping label.

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Thank you,

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