Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens

Reply to Service Notice: EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM

nobody@flickr.com (Djme22) — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 05:21:13 -0800

Djme22 posted a reply:

Has anyone contacted Canon about this? I've just purchased a used 800mm with a serial number in that range, and it might be nice to get it into Canon's service center for a thorough once over. I bought a used 1D III a while back and sent it to Canon for a new mirror box (which Canon did under warranty even though I told them I bought it used), and while they had it they checked it, cleaned it and polished the body, all gratis. Maybe it didn't do much in a practical sense, but it did give me a little peace of mind.

Reply to Service Notice: EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM

nobody@flickr.com (Panurus biarmicus) — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 05:21:24 -0700

Panurus biarmicus posted a reply:

I have the same problem with the 1D-X.

Service Notice: EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM

nobody@flickr.com (alabang) — Tue, 15 May 2012 02:56:53 -0700

alabang posted a new topic:

www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/slr_came...

Canon USA Issues EF 200mm f/2 L IS and EF 800mm f/5.6 L IS Service Notice
From Canon USA:

To Users of the EF200mm f/2L IS USM and EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lenses with the Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera.

Thank you for using Canon products.

We have confirmed that when the EF200mm f/2L IS USM and some units of the EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM lenses are used with the Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera, the Lenses may emit an abnormal noise.

The Canon EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera does not need to be repaired as a result of this phenomenon.

The support measures for this phenomenon have been decided and they are as described below.

Phenomenon

If either of the Lenses is attached to the camera with the Image Stabilizer switch on the Lenses set to ON, the Image Stabilizer will synchronize with the autofocusing (AF) function and an abnormal noise may occur. This abnormal noise does not affect captured images.

This phenomenon only occurs when the camera is used with either of the Lenses, and does not occur when the camera is used with other lenses.

Affected Products

EF200mm f/2L IS USM Lens
EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM Lens

*This phenomenon does not occur with cameras other than the EOS 5D Mark III.

*If the fifth and sixth digit of the six-digit alphanumeric number that is imprinted on the lens mount of the above EF lenses is of any of the following numbers, the lens is affected.

EF200mm f/2L IS USM: If the fifth and sixth digit is 00, 01, or 02.
EF800mm f/5.6L IS USM:If the fifth and sixth digit is 00, 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, or 06.

How to Identify Affected Products:

Please check the six-digit alphanumeric number as indicated in the image below.

Canon EF 200mm f/2 L IS and EF 800mm f/5.6 L IS Service Notice

Support

The Canon Lenses affected by this phenomenon will be inspected and repaired free of charge starting from May 21, 2012. If you own one of the affected lenses, please contact our Customer Support Center.

This information is for residents of the United States and Puerto Rico only. If you do not reside in the USA or Puerto Rico, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region.

Thank you,
Customer Support Operations
Canon U.S.A., Inc

Contact Information for Inquiries
Canon Customer Support Center
Phone: 1-800-OK-CANON, 1-800-652-2666
TDD: 1-866-251-3752
Email: carecenter@cits.canon.com
For additional support options: www.usa.canon.com/support

EF800 + Drop-In Circular Polarizer Filter (PL-C 52)

nobody@flickr.com (Panurus biarmicus) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 21:37:35 -0700

Panurus biarmicus posted a new topic:

Canon 52mm Drop-In Circular Polarizer Filter (PL-C 52)
(2579A001)

5DIII + EF800mm : stabilisation ISSUE

nobody@flickr.com (Panurus biarmicus) — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 02:34:32 -0700

Panurus biarmicus posted a new topic:

www.flickr.com/groups/canon-eos-5d-markiii/discuss/721576...

Sunday I try the config 5DIII + EF800mmf/5.6LISUSM.
In one shot mode, I found the picture are not very sharp.
So, I try the AI servo mode and a strange sound appears.
I see quick move in the viewfinder.

I switch off the stabilisation and the vibrations stops.

Today I had found this :

www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php/topic,5044.0.html

I hope this help.

Reply to EF800 + extender 1.4x III

nobody@flickr.com (JFisherman) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:08:24 -0700

JFisherman posted a reply:

Yep, I have one. But like the lens solo much better. AF is tricky. IQ is still very good though.

Reply to canon 800mm price up.

nobody@flickr.com (alabang) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:37:43 -0700

alabang posted a reply:

Now it's $13,999.00

Reply to EF800 + extender 1.4x III

nobody@flickr.com (alabang) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:37:29 -0700

alabang posted a reply:

Thanks. Will try to source one asap.

Reply to EF800 + extender 1.4x III

nobody@flickr.com (Panurus biarmicus) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:09:04 -0700

Panurus biarmicus posted a reply:

EF800 + extender 1.4x III

nobody@flickr.com (Panurus biarmicus) — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:07:54 -0700

Panurus biarmicus posted a new topic:

It's better than the extender 1.4x II.