Talk:Canon EOS-1D Mark III

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I have added new relevant information to the article proper including information on the time of release of the camera, additional information on Live View (from practical experience and resources such as the camera's manual and menu systems), and more. I have also taken a series of photographs detailing the camera from the major sides, with descriptions of all controls and/or major features. Only the bottom was not photographed, but the main feature is the series of regulatory labels and hand strap lug. My personal camera was used in the photos. Nikonmadness 05:11, 3 June 2007 (UTC)

[edit] AF Performance

It says in the text that "...the Mark III returns below-par focus performance." under the circumstances mentioned. I think this should be altered. As of now, it's relatively few who have actually reported this, and a lot can be blamed on the user and learning curves. People seem to think this is a Mark IIn 2. edition, while it is clearly not. It is not clear, as of now, if there actually are any 'real' problems with some or all cameras.

Having said that, Rob Galbraith did say that since he published his original article he's had - quote - several hundred eMails confirming what he found. It's probably a moot point though - we're receiving good feedback on Firmware 1.1.1, which is due to be released sometimes in Sep 07. T h e M a v e r i c k 10:10, 30 August 2007 (UTC)

[edit] AF Performance, update

Canon has admitted to the AF issues referenced as of October 2007, and has since, started repairing affected cameras, some 45,000 in December 2007. Mine has been through the fix, and works better, especially with the older (1.1.0) firmware. That change is NOT recommended by Canon, who is updating all cameras with the 1.1.3 firmware. A search of the internet for the AF problems will show that all of the issues are NOT user error. [Michael Durisseau]98.196.157.91 (talk) 04:27, 8 January 2008 (UTC)