Camera Body and Calibration Test?

I have a 1DMk2, 100-400, and a 50 1.8. How do I test if I need to get my lens and body calibrated without having to pay for the test itself? I have been having AF issues with my Out of Warranty 1D2 and 100-400 and need to determine whether or not its just me or my equipment.
I don't really want to pay $240 so this is really important to me.
Thanks for the help

Brian Kersey

Hey Brian,

To start with, make sure you're not shooting that lens wide open and at 400---and use a tripod if you're shooting that lens long. You've got a much better camera now, so you can see the shortcomings of a lens much easier. I'll be out of town for a few weeks, otherwise I'd invite you to meet me at Bolsa so you could try a few of my primes. I'm guessing that you're just seeing the shortcomings of a zoom used at a long focal length.

Best,
John

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Originally Posted by Johnny Bravo

Hey Brian,

To start with, make sure you're not shooting that lens wide open and at 400---and use a tripod if you're shooting that lens long. You've got a much better camera now, so you can see the shortcomings of a lens much easier. I'll be out of town for a few weeks, otherwise I'd invite you to meet me at Bolsa so you could try a few of my primes. I'm guessing that you're just seeing the shortcomings of a zoom used at a long focal length.

Best,
John

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Your probably right Johnny, I would really like to try the 400 5.6. I have been really considering switching to a prime and short zoom setup. When do you think you'll be back so I can try it out?

Thanks

Brian Kersey

I did a test, shot with the pod and all of that.
The 100-400 was suffering due to user error
Oh well :)