7D2 Metering Issue After Two Repairs

My 7D2 doesn't meter properly. For example, In bright sunlight and in P/AV modes, the camera is setting Shutter speed at 8 - 20 ( it fluctuates) seconds resulting in extremely overexposed photos. The problem does not occur in Live View mode, which tells me that something is wrong with the Viewfinder metering sensor.

The camera, of course, works fine in Manual ..but you can't rely on the meter.

So I have had it sent to Canon, twice. And each time it came back, it worked great for about a day and then reverted back to metering incorrectly.
I have tried different lenses, resetting the camera, playing with settings and more. Nothing is getting it out of this condition.

I am overseas and I don't think I can afford to send it to Canon again. I've been on the phone a few times with them, and I can't get a straight answer as to what is wrong with the camera. But i'll keep trying...

Has anybody experienced anything like this ?

kesterc wrote in post #17637021
...each time it came back, it worked great for about a day and then reverted back to metering incorrectly.
I have tried different lenses, resetting the camera, playing with settings and more. Nothing is getting it out of this condition.

If I understand things, twice you've gotten the camera back from Canon, it worked fine for awhile, the started acting up. Perhaps there is something you are doing after Canon looks at things. Get your manual and reset the camera to the factory settings. Clear the custom functions as well. Then retest. If it is OK start taking notes as you personalize the camera. If it acts up, retrace what you did.

You might also post a photo with the EXIF intact. We might be able to determine if it is a setting causing your problem.

Yes, I've reset the camera, and reset custom functions.
Both times, the camera went into this condition while I was shooting.

Actually just found somebody else with the exact same issue...
http://www.canonrumors​.com/forum/index.php?t​opic=25267.0

Can't exactly return to dealer, as I had it for a few months and already got 35k on the clock.

What did Canon say they did for the repair? & haven't they offered to send a shipping label so there is no cost to you, seems like very bad service from Canon.

kesterc wrote in post #17637021
My 7D2 doesn't meter properly. For example, In bright sunlight and in P/AV modes, the camera is setting Shutter speed at 8 - 20 ( it fluctuates) seconds resulting in extremely overexposed photos. The problem does not occur in Live View mode, which tells me that something is wrong with the Viewfinder metering sensor.

The camera, of course, works fine in Manual ..but you can't rely on the meter.

So I have had it sent to Canon, twice. And each time it came back, it worked great for about a day and then reverted back to metering incorrectly.
I have tried different lenses, resetting the camera, playing with settings and more. Nothing is getting it out of this condition.

I am overseas and I don't think I can afford to send it to Canon again. I've been on the phone a few times with them, and I can't get a straight answer as to what is wrong with the camera. But i'll keep trying...

Has anybody experienced anything like this ?

I just searched for this problem myself using a variety of search criteria, and could only find this problem reported in your thread and the Canon Rumors reference which you posted. Clearly this is not a common issue. You mention P/AV modes. Does it also malfunction in Tv and Auto+ modes? Did you try testing out with both auto ISO and specific ISO values? Do different apertures or shutter speeds have any effect on the issue? How about when using the built in flash? Are you using 3rd party batteries? Or a 3rd party grip? I'm trying to understand whether there is a unique set of circumstances involved. As a new 7DII owner myself, I would love to get to the bottom of this and help you resolve your issue.

John from PA wrote in post #17637036
...You might also post a photo with the EXIF intact. We might be able to determine if it is a setting causing your problem.

^^^^THIS.

If you'll post a pic with EXIF intact, I'll bet that we can find the problem.

Are you (accidentally) dialing in exposure compensation with the rear wheel while in Av/P/Tv?

Just to ask the simple question...you are using the correct meter in M mode...right?

JWdlft wrote in post #17637896
Are you (accidentally) dialing in exposure compensation with the rear wheel while in Av/P/Tv?

Keyan wrote in post #17637904
Just to ask the simple question...you are using the correct meter in M mode...right?

My guess is a combination of these two. OP has -5 stops of EC dialed in by accident for P/Av/Tv modes and when in M mode is looking in the wrong place for meter readings. The EXIF on a pic would confirm or deny this guess.

So, do get us the info asked, images with EXIF, and what Canon claim to have fixed.
Maybe there is a simple solution? Never hurts to try.

As for recourse, at this point your only option that I can see is to badger Canon and demand a new body. Not easy to do often, but certainly your only option.

A question, is it the metering that goes out, or could it be a shutter problem?

Personally, I doubt the problem is simple operator error based on an apparent ability to use his gear just fine for images like the following;

https://photography-on-the.net …showthread.php?​p=17433996

https://photography-on-the.net …showthread.php?​p=17488090

https://photography-on-the.net …showthread.php?​p=17416302

No, this is not happening because of EC. That was the first thing I checked.
Even -5 stops can't account for it suggesting 20 seconds at f/4, ISO500 while outdoors in bright sunlight.

The camera also behaves similarly, while in TV mode. Only it underexposes if I set Shutter speed to 1/250th. I only have f/4 lenses, so the aperture blinks indicating that the camera wants to go to an even lower fstop value. Exposure is also wrong in P and A+.

I've been on the phone with Canon today, and they too asked for an image so they can check the EXIF. So here is one:
http://i.imgur.com/Iw2​IxYA.jpg?1

They have asked me to send it again for a third time, which I did reluctantly today. This time they will have a "senior technician" look at it at the Newport Center. The support person suggested that I should insist on a replacement if they are unable to get to the bottom of it.

I don't think imgur is going let us see the original or get the exif?
Could just be me and all my addblocking stuff.

You're right...
This should do it: http://198.1.88.203/~k​clarke/files/454A1191.​JPG

That works;

(The question marks are mine!)
"Exposure Time (1 / Shutter Speed) = 20/1 second ===> 20 second
..
..
Recommended Exposure Index = 500 (?)
.
.
Shutter Speed Value (APEX) = -286720/65536 (?)
Shutter Speed (Exposure Time) = 1/0.05 second (?) "

From this I can't tell if it is the metering or the shutter is physically sticking open,. ?

anyway, it's definitely looking broken!