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Those were some expensive mistakes. Some of the gear mentioned: Canon C300 Mark II ($9,999) and Canon 600mm f/4L IS II USM ($11,499).

Nobody is going to throw that gear away. They'll replace the diaphragms but the glass and body should be fine.

No, but expensive things have expensive parts/repairs. Just pointing out for those not in the field that this was pro level gear.