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May 8, 2012 05:54:08   #
nagzky
 
Guys, what stores can I buy the best deals for a DSLR Camera and lens?

Thanks,
Noel

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May 8, 2012 06:09:49   #
rpavich Loc: West Virginia
 
nagzky wrote:
Guys, what stores can I buy the best deals for a DSLR Camera and lens?

Thanks,
Noel


C'mon....don't you have Google?

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May 8, 2012 06:57:43   #
nagzky
 
Hi! just asking any recommendation as sometimes it is best to get some info from those who had a bought a best deal.

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May 8, 2012 07:04:44   #
bioteacher Loc: Brooklyn, NY
 
The usual suspects -B&H, Adorama, etc. You get good service and good prices. Price is important, but it is not everything.

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May 8, 2012 07:16:33   #
donrent Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
 
I have ALWAYS had the best prices from ebay... You will pay more at stores, while at ebay you will pay the going price set by buyers... I have brought on line for many years and ALWAYS have come away with very satified buys, sometimes at amazing low prices... Always check out the sellers rating... that means a lot...

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May 9, 2012 05:38:01   #
nagzky
 
Thank you! at least I have some tips to start with...

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May 9, 2012 06:00:05   #
noknees438 Loc: NYC
 
careful about Google. I Googled a Canon T2i and bought one for a fantastic price only to find I was scammed via a bogus website. Lost my $$$
: ((

rpavich wrote:
nagzky wrote:
Guys, what stores can I buy the best deals for a DSLR Camera and lens?

Thanks,
Noel


C'mon....don't you have Google?

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May 9, 2012 07:42:58   #
skidooman Loc: Minnesota
 
bioteacher wrote:
The usual suspects -B&H, Adorama, etc. You get good service and good prices. Price is important, but it is not everything.


This is where I buy my equipment. Peace of mind from a reputable seller is sometimes worth the money also.

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May 9, 2012 07:52:31   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
nagzky wrote:
Guys, what stores can I buy the best deals for a DSLR Camera and lens?

Thanks,
Noel

You could look for the lowest price from a store in Brooklyn - way below what anyone else is offering. You could do that, but it would be a bad idea.

I buy from Amazon, Adorama, B&H, and ebay. I also buy from our one local camera store.

If you shop on ebay, look for a rating of 99.5% or better. I don't hesitate to buy "Factory Refurbished" if the price is right. I've also gotten good deals on used cameras and lenses on ebay. There are reputable camera stores selling there. I've bought from Cameta, Roberts, and Ritz on ebay.

I see no reason to buy from some place you've never heard of just because the price is $10 lower. Delivery and service are important, too.

Manufacturer's web sites often sell refurbished at a good price. Before you buy, read online reviews.

kenrockwell.com
dpreview.com
snapsort.com

If it's a toss up between an excellent body and an excellent lens, go for the excellent lens. Cameras come and go; lenses are forever.

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May 9, 2012 09:17:09   #
HelenOster Loc: New York
 
skidooman wrote:
bioteacher wrote:
The usual suspects -B&H, Adorama, etc. You get good service and good prices. Price is important, but it is not everything.


This is where I buy my equipment. Peace of mind from a reputable seller is sometimes worth the money also.


Thank you! We do our best - and of course, everything we sell comes with a warranty, 30-days return period - and if there are problems of any kind, you can email me directly: Helen@adorama.com

One tip for buyers is to check a seller's feedback at www.resellerratings.com; if it's under 9/10 then tread carefully......

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May 9, 2012 09:18:53   #
Bigdaver
 
KEH.COM
best used hands down

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May 9, 2012 09:21:52   #
Mac Loc: Pittsburgh, Philadelphia now Hernando Co. Fl.
 
I buy mostly from B&H. I've never had a problem.

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May 9, 2012 09:28:58   #
dasloaf
 
Amazon, or my local camera shop.

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May 9, 2012 09:58:27   #
skidooman Loc: Minnesota
 
HelenOster wrote:
skidooman wrote:
bioteacher wrote:
The usual suspects -B&H, Adorama, etc. You get good service and good prices. Price is important, but it is not everything.


This is where I buy my equipment. Peace of mind from a reputable seller is sometimes worth the money also.


Thank you! We do our best - and of course, everything we sell comes with a warranty, 30-days return period - and if there are problems of any kind, you can email me directly: Helen@adorama.com

One tip for buyers is to check a seller's feedback at www.resellerratings.com; if it's under 9/10 then tread carefully......
quote=skidooman quote=bioteacher The usual suspe... (show quote)


Never a problem,,,you guys are awesome!!

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May 9, 2012 12:43:49   #
Raider Fan Loc: Lake County, IL.
 
I only use Adorama.com for all of my purchases. Great service and great technical support.

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