Safe to say 40D has no AF problems?

I am going to upgrade from a 1D to the 40D. Is there a large chance that the 40D I receive choose will have AF issues like the M3?

Of all the 40D's that seem to be have been bought, and people with them on the forums, not just this forum either, only think I saw one person complaining of an AF issue, I cannot remember if it was a user fault or camera, but I think he exchange camera and was happy with replacement

Yeah I heard the "Random AF Surprise" was included as a freebie for expensive camera owners. We buying the lower end have to miss out

Lightstream wrote in post #3934211
Yeah I heard the "Random AF Surprise" was included as a freebie for expensive camera owners. We buying the lower end have to miss out

Yes sometimes i hate haveing so much spare cash
Rob.

GyRob wrote in post #3934218
Yes sometimes i hate haveing so much spare cash
Rob.

Glad you could see the humor basically, the 40D doesn't seem to have any AF issues that I'm aware of.

Also, here's to hoping your 1D3 gets fixed soon!

I've been wondering this myself as it seems at least some of the same technology from the MkIII is in the 40D. I'm leaning very heavily towards getting rid of the MkIII and 20D and adding a 40D to go with my 5D.

KAC

kenyc wrote in post #3934280
I've been wondering this myself as it seems at least some of the same technology from the MkIII is in the 40D. I'm leaning very heavily towards getting rid of the MkIII and 20D and adding a 40D to go with my 5D.

KAC

You should Kenny. I feel bad that you are going through all these problems with your MKIII. The 40D maybe your answer.

jdizzle wrote in post #3934290
You should Kenny. I feel bad that you are going through all these problems with your MKIII. The 40D maybe your answer.

That's what I'm thinking. I love the features of the MkIII, but if I can't trust it to get the shots my 20D does then it's not worth using.

KAC

I'd say quite a lot of the 1D3's technology, a lot more than I expected, was migrated down to the 40D. If the features overlap, you might want to consider that camera.

Myself I value reliability - it's one of my highest priorities. I'll take a lesser-performing piece of hardware (speaking in general) that's dead rock solid reliable over the latest and greatest.

Lightstream wrote in post #3934310
I'd say quite a lot of the 1D3's technology, a lot more than I expected, was migrated down to the 40D. If the features overlap, you might want to consider that camera.

Myself I value reliability - it's one of my highest priorities. I'll take a lesser-performing piece of hardware (speaking in general) that's dead rock solid reliable over the latest and greatest.

I agree completely with the reliability statement! As far as the technology, I would assume/hope that Canon research/development works on the base technologies independent of any product offering and when the technology is ready it is incorporated into particular products as part of that individual product's development.

KAC

kenyc wrote in post #3934280
I've been wondering this myself as it seems at least some of the same technology from the MkIII is in the 40D. I'm leaning very heavily towards getting rid of the MkIII and 20D and adding a 40D to go with my 5D.

KAC

TBH if you sold your mark 3, bought a 40D ,,,, waited a while, see if mark 3 gets sorted, get another one if you really need the speed again and low noose ISO ETC, the 40D is so good you will not lose a lot of money on it, be plenty of buyers looking for a slightly cheaper one. also I think you would be pleasantly surprised how good the 40D is for what it cost

MaDProFF wrote in post #3934377
TBH if you sold your mark 3, bought a 40D ,,,, waited a while, see if mark 3 gets sorted, get another one if you really need the speed again and low noose ISO ETC, the 40D is so good you will not lose a lot of money on it, be plenty of buyers looking for a slightly cheaper one. also I think you would be pleasantly surprised how good the 40D is for what it cost

I love my 20D so likely would love the 40D as well. The 5D is incredible in it's own way with full frame and it's resolution so it's not going anywhere.

KAC

I'm a little concerned about my 40D. I'm having issues w/ the AI servo at distances. It appears to be focusing the right target, but the results are fairly soft. I still haven't given it a fair shake yet. I tried last week, but something came up every day. I shot some flying black tailed kites today. I expected them to be stellar, but was less than pleased when I uploaded them.

My issues have mainly been when I am using my 300 f/4 IS. I haven't noticed the same w/ other lenses. This lens on my XTi is superb, so I can rule out the lens. When using the 300 for macro or other close (less than 30' or so) shots, they look perfect. It is mainly when shooting wildlife that I have noticed it.

I am still just writing it off as user error. If I'm still having problems in a week, then I'll get worried about it.

MikeI wrote in post #3934417
I'm a little concerned about my 40D. I'm having issues w/ the AI servo at distances. It appears to be focusing the right target, but the results are fairly soft. I still haven't given it a fair shake yet. I tried last week, but something came up every day. I shot some flying black tailed kites today. I expected them to be stellar, but was less than pleased when I uploaded them.

My issues have mainly been when I am using my 300 f/4 IS. I haven't noticed the same w/ other lenses. This lens on my XTi is superb, so I can rule out the lens. When using the 300 for macro or other close (less than 30' or so) shots, they look perfect. It is mainly when shooting wildlife that I have noticed it.

I am still just writing it off as user error. If I'm still having problems in a week, then I'll get worried about it.

Hmmmm. I want to hear more, please do keep me/us posted.

KAC

Crashoran,
I have been very happy with AF on my 40D. It is so much more accurate then my 5D or 10D AF by a large........ amount. So much so that I am actually using it, where on my other cameras I very rarely if ever used AF because my hand and eye was more accurate. Heck the AF was even great with 40D and my cheap 75-300 f/4-5.6 III lens
However I don't know how it would compare to your 1D? as there are only 9 points