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550D refurb problem?

Started Jun 29, 2012 | Discussions thread
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Michael Lane Regular Member • Posts: 183
550D refurb problem?

I just received a refurbished 550D directly from Canon, and it looks new. I was very pleased with the camera and the price - until I changed lenses for the first time. The lens release button has a catch where it stops halfway down, and I have to push harder to depress it completely. And there is an loud click associated with this action. Plus twisting the lens off requires much more effort than I have ever had to use with a Canon dslr.

Is this normal with the 550Ds?

I also have a 5D II, 40D, and 350D with camera release buttons that are smooth and make no sound, and twisting a lens on or off requires minimal effort.

I am afraid that something is misaligned in this camera.

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Canon PowerShot G2 Canon EOS 5D Mark II Canon EOS 40D Canon EOS 350D Canon EOS 550D +24 more
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