Canon 5D MkII – Body Number 5!

Reference the earlier article on the problems experienced with black dots on the sensors of new Canon 5D MkII bodies, I took delivery of body number 5 today.  At last, I have a camera (a very expensive camera!) with an acceptably clean sensor. When viewing an image on the PC at ‘fit-to-screen’ size, there is one visible black mark, almost central on the sensor and at 100% magnification there are a small number of other marks but overall this represents a huge improvement over the previous four bodies.  So, I have decided that I can live with this and get on with learning how to make the most of the performance and features of this marvellous camera.

The great pity is that in rushing to manufacture enough bodies to meet the demand, Canon appear to have let their quality standards slip.  On the other hand, the response and positive actions from the staff at T4 Cameras in Swindon mean that I can whole-heartedly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase photographic equipment.

So the brickbats go to Canon, the bouquets to T4!