I don't have any interest in gloating (because something just as bad is likely
to happen to an E-?).
I can see this might do a bit of damage inside the mirror box, especially if
you were shooting continuous.
...Wayne
> Chuck Norcutt <> wrote:
>
> Got this from the friendly folks at Canon today. E thing users feel
> free to gloat.
>
> Chuck Norcutt
> __________________________________________________
>
> Dear Charles,
>
> Thank you for using Canon products.
>
> We have discovered that, in rare instances, the main mirror of some EOS
> 5D Digital SLR cameras may detach due to deterioration in the strength
> of the adhesive. Accordingly, we would like to convey the details and
> our service policy concerning this phenomenon.
>
> We offer our sincerest apologies to those customers who have been
> inconvenienced by this issue. Canon always strives to provide the
> highest quality products to our customers and we will spare no effort in
>
> our quality management to make sure our customers can use our products
> with confidence. We hope our efforts will earn your understanding.
>
> Phenomenon
> The main mirror of the camera detaches and images cannot be viewed
> through the viewfinder.
>
> Affected Product
> EOS 5D Digital SLR cameras whose main mirror has detached.
>
> User Support
> We will repair and reinforce the mirror portion of the affected products
>
> free of charge. If you own one of the affected products, please contact
> our Customer Support Center.
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