While it's true that higher resolution does tend to fine tune that point of critical focus if the lens is capable of resolving the difference, it's also true that the real world differences between the 1DsMK2 and 3 are extremely small, and the best lenses can easily resolve to the limits of the sensor. I don't know where you came up with 3-5 mp for a film equivalent, but that's a fairly laughable figure. Film today, even 35mm, can actually resolve at least as much as these new digital cameras, but extractly all that's on the film is quite difficult. Even scanning at a true 8000 spi on my Howtek at 3 microns does not get everything on the film, but it does provide a hell of lot more information than a three to five megapixel digital capture. Just curious, how did you arrive at your conclusion?
BTW, have you seen just how sharp a 200 1.8 is when it's properly focused?
I spoke with Canon CPS Irvine yesterday and am taking the lens in later today. Yes, they will still work on it as long as it doesn't need parts, and there are both near and far focus adjustments internally.