I replaced my EF100-400mm first series lens with 2nd series a couple of years ago. I noticed over the last few weeks that focussing had become problematic with the lens failing to focus on the occasional subject (mostly birds among thickets of tangle...
Not sure what Green(A+) mode means but if it is a camera setting maybe it's not available on MkII models of 5D & 7D. Yes, I did check the 'lens drive when AF impossible' setting, but same negative result. And tried EB's suggestions of full camera res...
Thanks again. I have moved the lens button back and forth from AF to MF, and the other from full to 3m-infinity with no effect.When I take up the camera and depress the shutter button, it makes a one-off effort to focus but quickly gives up, always ...
The lens attaches to the body very firmly. Removing the UV filter makes no difference.Any idea as to the range of possible problems that Canon would be looking for? Does recalibration resolve issues like this or am I probably looking at a new motor? ...