Best online store to purchase Nikon 35mm dx 1.8g lens (Page 4): While it's true that Nikon controls dealer prices, I've found that some dealers(eg. B&H) will package free accessories...

stadtmkw Loc: Burlington, MA

OddJobber wrote:

Since you mentioned lowest price, many prices and ... (show quote)

While it's true that Nikon controls dealer prices, I've found that some dealers(eg. B&H) will package free accessories with the product to make a more attractive deal. Also, B&H does not charge sales tax in my state where Amazon does.

Silverman Loc: Michigan

Bentarrow wrote:

I am a native Texan and never lived up north, but for over 30 years I've trusted the "Nuuu Yawkers" at B&H Photo via mail order and now the internet. They do not know the meaning of the word "Hassle" as it has always seemed to me this word is forbidden in their business practices. The "B" should stand for Best as in Best Customer Service, and the "H" should stand for Highest - as in Highest Customer Satisfaction.

Yes, I too have bought many items from B&H, never had issue, Excellent C/S, but this time they were $30.00 more in price, so I decided to try Cameta camera, they had many very good reviews, and a good price.

jsenear Loc: Hopkins, MN.

Silverman wrote:

I am looking to purchase the Nikon 35mm dx 1.8g le... (show quote)

Been dealing with B&H, Adorama and KEH for decades. If you want to save some money go used if KEH has the lens in stock. Otherwise B&H or Adorama would be fine. They themselves admit that the only real competition they have is their counterpart in New York. Yes I have had people from both Adorama and B&H admit that to me when I was ordering over the phone.

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

Bentarrow wrote:

I am a native Texan and never lived up north, but for over 30 years I've trusted the "Nuuu Yawkers" at B&H Photo via mail order and now the internet. They do not know the meaning of the word "Hassle" as it has always seemed to me this word is forbidden in their business practices. The "B" should stand for Best as in Best Customer Service, and the "H" should stand for Highest - as in Highest Customer Satisfaction.

I'll second this!

The Watcher

Seem like a lot of fretting over the purchase of a two hundred dollar lens.

Why not get one from Amazon Prime?

Free shipping, no taxes in most states, two day shipping, free return postage, no questions ask.

Plus four year warranty.

From the Amazon page.

Important Warranty Information: All Nikkor autofocus lenses from Nikon Inc. USA include four years of Nikon Extended Service Coverage at no charge. Be sure to look for the Nikon ESC certificate with every Nikkor lens purchase you make.

https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-AF-S-NIKKOR-Focus-Cameras/dp/B001S2PPT0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484965723&sr=8-1&keywords=nikon+35mm

TucsonDave Loc: Tucson, Arizona

I purchased my camera from Best Buy, my tripod from B&H and all my Nikon lens for my D5300 from my local camera shop, Tucson Camera Repair. I also have taken a couple of classes from TCR. All of the products worked, all the items were in the packages as advertised and the local relationship that I have now is excellent. The lens you want to purchase is one I purchased locally for under $200. I would use this purchase to start a local relationship.

bpulv Loc: Buena Park, CA

I have been buying most of my equipment from Adorama for years. They are located near B&H in Manhattan, NY and are a direct competitor. There prices are about the same. In fact, both Adorama and B&H are asking $526.95 for the 35mm f/1.8G AF-S ED Nikkor lens. Adorama includes some accessories that B&H does not. Both companies are outstanding on customer service and returns and both do not charge sales tax if you are in a state like California.

TucsonDave Loc: Tucson, Arizona

bpulv wrote:

I have been buying most of my equipment from Adorama for years. They are located near B&H in Manhattan, NY and are a direct competitor. There prices are about the same. In fact, both Adorama and B&H are asking $526.95 for the 35mm f/1.8G AF-S ED Nikkor lens. Adorama includes some accessories that B&H does not. Both companies are outstanding on customer service and returns and both do not charge sales tax if you are in a state like California.

The lens I purchased was the AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G. Very sharp. Great reviews from others. B&H have this for under $200 as does Adorama ($174).

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

bpulv wrote:

I have been buying most of my equipment from Adorama for years. They are located near B&H in Manhattan, NY and are a direct competitor. There prices are about the same. In fact, both Adorama and B&H are asking $526.95 for the 35mm f/1.8G AF-S ED Nikkor lens. Adorama includes some accessories that B&H does not. Both companies are outstanding on customer service and returns and both do not charge sales tax if you are in a state like California.

Adorama is also a good source. The lens in question here is the DX version which costs just shy of $ 200. The one you referenced is the FX, or full frame, version which illustrates the point that the DX versions are often less expensive and, sometimes, quite a bit lighter.

cjc2 Loc: Hellertown PA

TucsonDave wrote:

The lens I purchased was the AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G. Very sharp. Great reviews from others. B&H have this for under $200 as does Adorama ($174).

According to the Adorama website, their current price is just under $ 200, same as B&H, for the new version. Did you purchased used, refurbished or on-sale?

TucsonDave Loc: Tucson, Arizona

cjc2 wrote:

According to the Adorama website, their current price is just under $ 200, same as B&H, for the new version. Did you purchased used, refurbished or on-sale?

On sale

wj cody Loc: springfield illinois

you might find the best price from a nikon US authorised seller on ebay.

Bunkershot Loc: Central Florida

You should take a look at nikonusa.com for a refurbished lens. You can save a bunch over new at B&H. If you want new B&H...by all means

PalePictures Loc: Traveling

B&H.
There is a reason why everyone says B&H.
Adorama would be my second choice.

Bunkershot Loc: Central Florida

PalePictures wrote:

B&H.
There is a reason why everyone says B&H.
Adorama would be my second choice.

I agree...I've used Adorama in the past, but now prefer B&H service.