Bought an EOS 300D last weekend and have an issue with two (2) hot/stuck pixels (RED) at all ISO settings. Most pronounced at ISO1600, but also easily seen at ISO200. Can also see at ISO100 but a bit dimmer. What's the normal practice, do I return it for exchange or let Canon remap the CMOS. Also, if remap is possible, can this be done locally by authorized Canon repair center or is a trip to Canon NJ or CA service centers required? As a side note, since there will be stuck/hot pixels developing over time, why doesn't Canon make a utility which lets the end-user do this? Sure would cut down on service and returns. BR
If you bought it last weekend it would be an easier matter to return it than to have it serviced. I've never had hot pixels on my CMOS Canon DSLRs (or my CCD Canon for that matter) so I am not sure about remapping, but I bet you have to send it to the CA or NJ service center for repair.