I think the problem is caused by a variety of situations that can be almost eliminated by recessing the release button. Canon could easily do this in their new cameras. You can also do it yourself by gluing a piece of plastic around the proruding rel...
Never had an accidental release with a 20D over many years. Never with a 70D for over one year then 3 or 4 times within 6 months with a 100-400mm II lens. Kind of surprising when it happens and difficult to reconstruct the cause. I am a long-time (si...