Repair or replace?

[glider64]

I have my trusty 1d mk2 but the other day i was starting to consider what if it packs up? as it surely must at some point, so i`m thinking what if i just have it repaired as it would (i assume) just be the shutter that fails ,what sort of cost? and any reason you can think of why not, many thanks Harvey

[CountDavid]

Re: Repair or replace?

As the 1D series is now 3 steps further along than the Mk2 it may not be supported by Canon, so spare parts may be an issue. Suggest you contact one of the main Canon repairers, or Canon at Elstree, to determine the position. You may find then that you don't have an option - hope it is not that bad.

David

[wayne2418]

Re: Repair or replace?

As the 1D series is now 3 steps further along than the Mk2 it may not be supported by Canon, so spare parts may be an issue. Suggest you contact one of the main Canon repairers, or Canon at Elstree, to determine the position. You may find then that you don't have an option - hope it is not that bad.

David

Fingers crossed eh Harvey.

[CountDavid]

Re: Repair or replace?

Fingers crossed eh Harvey.

I think you may need to pull the finger out rather than cross it. I have just picked up a notice from Canon to its professional users that as from 1st July 2014 the 1D2N will not be supported under their programme.
This does not necessarily mean they no longer have any spares but the priority service Canon give some of its professional users will exclude the 1D2N.

David

[Bhuna]

Re: Repair or replace?

Is it worthwhile enquiring about a service / sensor replacement now then - would that not then come with an element of warranty afterwards on the sensor for you...or bite the bullet and consider a replacement.

[glider64]

Re: Repair or replace?

Thanks guys for the replies, at the risk of tempting fate it`s acting fine but a replacement would probably be a long term idea what do you recomend? budget around £450.00 so second hand it will be,Harvey

[kelly200269]

Re: Repair or replace?

I too am a Mk II user Harvey, and before I bought mine S/H last year I enquired about a new shutter unit if it failed. I think the current price for a new shutter is about £300. This is now just a little cheaper than buying another used Mk II on flea-bay!
An amazing camera though, and if mine became uneconomic to repair in the future, I'd buy another one in a heart-beat :)

[glider64]

Re: Repair or replace?

Thanks guys for the replies, at the risk of tempting fate it`s acting fine but a replacement would probably be a long term idea what do you recomend? budget around £450.00 so second hand it will be,Harvey

[Mightyquin]

Re: Repair or replace?

Here's an alternative viewpoint. Stop worrying about something that may or may not happen and enjoy your camera.

If/when it does pack up, worry about it then. Digital cameras are commodities. A bit like your home PC, if its getting on a bit and it packs up, you will probably just dump it and buy a new one. The cost of the item is the price you have to pay for X years of use.

Don't worry, be happy!

[glider64]

Re: Repair or replace?

Thanks Mightyquin, good point but i`ve been able to up my budget to £600.00 so another camera looks a better option

[Nathaniel]

Re: Repair or replace?

Have you forgotten the saying "never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you"?. Enjoy your camera and invest your increased budget until you really have to replace your camera. There are so many 350D's still going strong with many members and members are still reluctant to replace it.

[kelly200269]

Re: Repair or replace?

Here's an alternative viewpoint. Stop worrying about something that may or may not happen and enjoy your camera.

If/when it does pack up, worry about it then. Digital cameras are commodities. A bit like your home PC, if its getting on a bit and it packs up, you will probably just dump it and buy a new one. The cost of the item is the price you have to pay for X years of use.

Don't worry, be happy!

I agree! :) If you have some money available now, put some aside just in case the old brick gives up the ghost, and buy a new body/repair it when the time comes. Then spend the rest on travel to a new destination to enthuse your photography, or a new piece of glass. Life's too short to worry :)

[glider64]

Re: Repair or replace?

Does anyone know the cost of new shutter?

[Mightyquin]

Re: Repair or replace?

I'm sure that I read on other forums replacement shutters are circa £3-500 fitted. Obviously the cost has to take into account the labour in dimantling, fixing, checking the camera and usually includes a basic service and some additional warranty.

Clearly the point is reached where it is uneconomical to repair a digital camera due to shutter failure.