Check the lens mount for heavy scoring and the rubber grips for peeling, which indicates heavy professional use. 5. Post-Purchase Verification

Gray market items are genuine Canon products intended for other regions (e.g., Asia or Europe) and imported unofficially.

Be wary of "Value Kits" that include dozens of low-quality generic accessories (cheap tripods, filters, and lenses). These are often used to mask gray market bodies.

Once your camera arrives, verify its legitimacy before the return window closes: