Shutter Replacement Cost...

Hey everyone,
Well, I am looking into getting an EOS 30D. I read a few times about the lifespan before the shutter is through. I was wondering, when this happens, do you get it replaced? And if so, what is the cost. Any help is appreciated, thanks!

-Brandon

About $250

And will you camera be "like new?" lol, weird question

Brandon James wrote in post #2888588
And will you camera be "like new?" lol, weird question

Like New as in Work and take pictures - yes. I don't see cameras as car. They either run or they dont.

Brandon James wrote in post #2888560
.. I read a few times about the lifespan before the shutter is through. I was wondering, when this happens, do you get it replaced? ...

The shutter can go any time from the very first actuation and last into the 100's of thousands. One never knows when it will give out. But to answer your question, if it went within the first year and was covered by warranty, then of course, I would replace it. If it went in the second year then I would most likely replace it especially if the rest of the camera was still in great shape. In the third year, I would start considering replacing the body.

Brandon James wrote in post #2888588
And will you camera be "like new?" lol, weird question

not really.

it's going to be effectively "like new". The only mechanical parts which break in a dslr are shutter and the mirror assembly. I like to assume that you get both of them replaced.

So after getting them replaced you have a new camera.

Unless you're a real heavy user, you will probably be wanting a new camera by the time your shutter wears out.

John7 wrote in post #2888699
Unless you're a real heavy user, you will probably be wanting a new camera by the time your shutter wears out.

You took the words right out of my mouth. Many people upgrade within a year it seems like.