Should I be concerned? I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200? I'm pretty impressed...

Vick I Loc: Texas

I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200?

I'm pretty impressed with everything I've read about it, and am thinking about selling my dslr gear. I am just a hobbyist. Should I be concerned that it can only be bought on the Internet?

Thanks for any input on this!

Racmanaz Loc: Sunny Tucson!

I'm pretty sure you meant the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. I don't think you will find that camera in many local places unless you have a bigger local camera store. I can't find find that one here in Tucson either. Oder it from B&H photo or Amazon.

ncshutterbug

Vick I wrote:

I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200?

I'm pretty impressed with everything I've read about it, and am thinking about selling my dslr gear. I am just a hobbyist. Should I be concerned that it can only be bought on the Internet?

Thanks for any input on this!

I have bought a lot of stuff from staples. If they don't have it they will find it for you and match the lowest price. They have great service and return policies. I've been very happy with them for the last 10 years. Of course I just live around the corner from them and they all know me by name:) I live in a very small town with no camera stores whatsoever.
As far as ordering online, Adorama and B& H Photo are the best known and have very good service, etc.

dirtpusher Loc: tulsa oklahoma

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SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

Vick, I would NOT be worried at all.
I've been a big fan of photographer Dave Hill. He does amazing stuff with a Lumix. Check him out.
SS

Racmanaz Loc: Sunny Tucson!

SharpShooter wrote:

Vick, I would NOT be worried at all.
I've been a big fan of photographer Dave Hill. He does amazing stuff with a Lumix. Check him out.
SS

Does Dave Hill use a bridge camera?

Vick I Loc: Texas

Racmanaz wrote:

I'm pretty sure you meant the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. I don't think you will find that camera in many local places unless you have a bigger local camera store. I can't find find that one here in Tucson either. Oder it from B&H photo or Amazon.

Yes, I meant FZ200' :oops:

GlennInEncinitas Loc: Encinitas CA

I live in San Diego County too & have found that Fry's (at least the one in San Marcos) has a large selection of cameras. Have you checked out if they have the FZ 200 or will order one for you with no obligation to buy?

cthahn

Vick I wrote:

I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200?

I'm pretty impressed with everything I've read about it, and am thinking about selling my dslr gear. I am just a hobbyist. Should I be concerned that it can only be bought on the Internet?
Thanks for any input on this!

There is no information on the model you are describing. Why do you want to trade down? Spend your time using what you have now and learning how to use it.

Vincent Loc: St. Petersburg, FL

Vick, I have the one below that Panasonic FZ200. You'll never regret it. Those are wonderful shooters.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Vick I wrote:

I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200?

I'm pretty impressed with everything I've read about it, and am thinking about selling my dslr gear. I am just a hobbyist. Should I be concerned that it can only be bought on the Internet?

Thanks for any input on this!

There are two popular types of cameras: DSLRs and non-DSLRs. Buy the Lumix from somewhere that has a good return policy. Use it exclusively after you get it. If you don't like it, send it back. Or, keep it longer and sell it on ebay if you're not pleased.

From my experience, nothing compares to a good DSLR.

As for buying on the Internet, that's how I buy almost everything. It beats driving 35 miles into town and back.

Hando Rei Loc: Long Island New York

I have always believed that good tools are half the job ...so why would anyone downsize ? Learn with what you have and you will not be sorry in the long run .

dparker708

Nelson's in downtown San Diego, and also LaJolla. George's in North Park.

jkm757 Loc: San Diego, Ca.

Vick I wrote:

I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200?

I'm pretty impressed with everything I've read about it, and am thinking about selling my dslr gear. I am just a hobbyist. Should I be concerned that it can only be bought on the Internet?

Thanks for any input on this!

Vick, There are two camera stores in San Diego, Nelson photo supply on India st. in Little Italy and Georges Camera on 30th st. in North Park.

mel Loc: Jacksonville, Florida

Vick I wrote:

I live in Southern California (San Diego area). Why are there no retail stores where I can go to check out the Panasonic Lumix DSC FX-200?

I'm pretty impressed with everything I've read about it, and am thinking about selling my dslr gear. I am just a hobbyist. Should I be concerned that it can only be bought on the Internet?

Thanks for any input on this!

You are not far from Los Angeles, there must be a ton of shops there.