I had a similar experience with a laptop getting wet, twice. The first time, there was water under the keys and around the screen, so I let it dry in the sun for about two weeks and then turned it on, no problems. The second time, myhelpfulroommate"turned it on to see if it still worked" and so goodbye laptop. I think the important thing is that no current goes through the wet circuits. On the bright side, if it is a goner, you are now eligible to buy a refurbished 50d at a good discount through the canon loyalty program! lucky....