Is it a problem if a new camera was imported 18 months ago?
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I bought a new Canon EOS M, but the import date on the box is December 2012, about 18 months ago. Should I be concerned that it has been sitting in stock that long, or is that normal for cameras?
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I see no problem there.
The only thing that might get affected by this length of time is the battery, and even that is most likely good as new as long as you received the camera in an unopened package and the battery was in its own little plastic bag straight out of the assembly line.
The firmware version is likely the first version of this model. You should check and update as needed. The new firmware is a real update, not just cosmetics.
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Usually, no. Cameras and other electronics are often produced in batches and may sit in distribution or retail stock for quite a while before being sold.
The main age-related concern is the battery: lithium-ion batteries can lose some capacity over time even when unused. In practice, if the camera arrived as new in sealed packaging and the battery was separately packed, it is likely fine. It’s still worth checking real-world battery life after charging.
Another thing to check is firmware. A camera that has been boxed for a long time may have an early firmware version installed, so look up the latest firmware from Canon and update if needed.
Beyond that, the important question is whether the camera is truly new and fully functional. If all functions work properly and the price was appropriate for an older-in-stock model, the older import date by itself is not a problem.
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