It looks like Canon has been moving pretty strongly to ensure that this autofocusing problem is fixed on their flagship camera.

Canon has released the following statement about the EOS-1D Markk III problem and how they’re fixing it. It looks like they may have already found a solution.

“March 5, 2008
Updated Information

After the AF mirror Adjustment, including the updated firmware version 1.1.3, the EOS-1D Mark III AF function performed better in our tests than all previous EOS camera models.

Canon strives at all times to continuously improve our products in order to provide our customers with the best performance and value.

We are aware that some customers have raised questions about the performance of the EOS-1D Mark III AF system under certain conditions. We will continue to investigate, and look for opportunities to improve, the performance of the AF system to ensure the satisfaction of all of our customers”

If anyone has any information whether or not this firmware update actually works please email me.

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