camera store
Jun 20, 2014 08:56:55 #
AZNikon
Loc: Mesa, AZ
U R right. I think it's because more and more people just want the best price (in this stagnant economy) and hope to figure it out on their own. The "mom & pops" of the world will fade like dinosaurs. So sad but so true...
Jun 20, 2014 09:12:08 #
Jun 20, 2014 09:14:12 #
preachy wrote:
Two things wrong there. First, "B" is getting harder and harder to find. Second, if you're an expert, likely that "A" won't have what you're looking for. Just sayin'!
Exactly!
Jun 20, 2014 09:16:55 #
Ranjan
Loc: Currently Cyber-Nation!
nicksr1125 wrote:
The camera shops here in Columbus are more photo department stores than camera shops. I tend to do my research online & buy from B&H, Adorama, & Cameta. If I'm in a hurry, I have an Amazon.com prime account & can get most items in 2 days.
I live in Canada and have tried all those and all are great! Adorama's shipping prices are a bit higher than B&H, but that might not be the case when they ship to US destinations! I have bought used cameras and lenses from both Adorama and B&H; a few returns resulted when dealing with the former, but never with B&H!
Jun 20, 2014 09:17:03 #
Genessi wrote:
Got a lot of info from you all... Thanks :-D Now I need to find a camera store
I see that you live in hiding. I think that there is a store in conspicuous
Jun 20, 2014 09:17:26 #
Jun 20, 2014 09:22:24 #
Michael66
Loc: Queens, New York
robertjerl wrote:
But browsing and laying hands on the goodies to play before buying is so hard.
Rent first.
Jun 20, 2014 09:24:27 #
Michael66
Loc: Queens, New York
PhilWissbeck wrote:
I really have to get my hands on the camera before I buy.
Rent it first.
Jun 20, 2014 09:53:07 #
Genessi wrote:
Got a lot of info from you all... Thanks :-D Now I need to find a camera store
It would help to know where you are located; then perhaps someone could recommend a camera store in your area.
Jun 20, 2014 10:02:11 #
In Maryland, the only one left is Service Photo, in Baltimore. And their prices are not much different than what I see in B&H. The service? Can't be beaten! They are terrific.
Jun 20, 2014 10:29:14 #
Genessi wrote:
Got a lot of info from you all... Thanks :-D Now I need to find a camera store
If you let us know where you live there are probably more than a few members who could suggest one to you. Even though Costco, Best Buy, Sears, Walmart and other stores do sell cameras they are not camera stores.
Dennis
Jun 20, 2014 11:06:37 #
There is a very good camera shop near me. A few months ago, I decided to add a 16-35 F/2.8 (Canon) to my kit. The store price was around $200 more than any online price, but I bought it from them anyway. They are really good, offer excellent service and advice, so I figured the extra $$$ was worth it. Better in the pocket of a real person than a cyber entity (in this case, anyway).
bobbennett wrote:
U R right. I think it's because more and more people just want the best price (in this stagnant economy) and hope to figure it out on their own. The "mom & pops" of the world will fade like dinosaurs. So sad but so true...
Jun 20, 2014 11:07:25 #
There's a really great store in Cognito! :)
boberic wrote:
I see that you live in hiding. I think that there is a store in conspicuous
Jun 20, 2014 11:42:54 #
Genessi wrote:
Got a lot of info from you all... Thanks :-D Now I need to find a camera store
Hello Genessi
Like someone posted if you let us know where your located we'll be able to help you. I'm on the road permanently as I am in a RV (5th Wheel) I do find what I need in large cities such as Austin TX Saltlake UT Portland Oregon and if I can't get what I need there's B&H and Adarama in New York you see a computer is your friend as well this very site too. Good luck in your in devours.
Jun 20, 2014 11:53:15 #
We here in Toronto Ontario are very lucky to have several large camera stores right in the city. Henry's Camera also sponsers a camera show called Exposure once a year and it features some great clinics and some amazing prices on everything that you would need for photography. I was like a kid in a candy store this past year...but so dangerous!! Another nice perk...Henry's Camera has classes for every type of camera and classes on photographic composition...
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