Recent content by DaveSpain

Thanks guys for your prompt answers and I think that I will remove the sticker as suggested by Dave1.

Your comment is much appreciated and btw I was not looning at getting a refund from whom I bought it, that was suggested by Canon. I am more than happy with the camera and will let the matter rest. Thanks.

When I checked the serial number on the base of the camera with the exif details within I found they were different. I then contacted Canon UK and was shocked to find that my camera, although genuine was infact a 'grey' market product. Obviously I am aware that the initial one years...

Last summer I bought a 550D via e.bay/paypal from a private buyer. After joining this forum I came across this and similar topics. When I checked the serial number on the base of the camera with the exif details within I found they were different. I then contacted Canon UK and was shocked...

Thanks but very sad and at times difficult to watch but the story needs to be told however sad or graphical.

Thanks cowasaki, will give it a try later.

I upgraded to the 550D last year from my first dslr, canon 400D. This is a superb camera and came with the IS lens kit 18-55 & 70-250and I recently added the canon IS?USM 300mm lens to my kit. The weight is just perfect and handling is perfect for someone with big handsand I am sure that...

Much appreciated, thanks graphilly.

As a newbie I hope you don't mind me asking a question so quickly. I recently bought via ebay a Canon 550D. No problem with the camera except that when I checked the number stamped on the plate at the bottom of the camera it was different to that shown in the exif details/firmware ...