Adorama used lens: Next day or so I will be purchasing a 70-200 F4L. Adorama has new, two used and a demo shown on their website. I know they reputable, and previous posts have been...

daddybear Loc: Brunswick, NY

Next day or so I will be purchasing a 70-200 F4L. Adorama has new, two used and a demo shown on their website. I know they reputable,
and previous posts have been positive. My question is has anyone had any issues w/used equipment from them? We are only talking about than 100 bucks between them, but the money would pay for a tripod collar that I need due to my med induced tremors . Just looking for some re-assurance before push the button.

Thank you,

Daddybear

romanticf16 Loc: Commerce Twp, MI

If you are unsure,split the difference and buy the "demo"- it has been out of the box but only used at counter displays.

Bret Loc: Dayton Ohio

Bear I think you'll be very pleased with that lens from Adorama. Outstanding customer service...and if the thing shows up not quite up to snuff...(most are better than advertised)...just a simple phone call can fix things right up. Enjoy your lens.

pigpen

For $100, I'd get the new. As far as the demo model goes, I'd pass. Just go to walmart on a busy day and watch the camera dispaly shelf. Some "demos" get very abused. With a lens of this caliber, however, depending on where it was, it was probably watched over carefully. Either way, for me, brand spanking new is worth $100. :thumbup:

daddybear Loc: Brunswick, NY

Thinking the new will be best. Just trying to be frugal when I don't have to be.

Daddybear

Bruce with a Canon Loc: Islip

daddybear wrote:

Thinking the new will be best. Just trying to be frugal when I don't have to be.

Daddybear

Never hurts to save a buck. Buying the best gear for the least cash is only common sense.
IMHO There is always "THE NEXT GEAR PIGGY BANK"
Stand PROUD od the frog skins you saved!

jdubu Loc: San Jose, CA

I have bought used and demo lenses and have found that Adorama, B & H and keh always overrate the quality of the lenses that I received from them.

Never have had a problem with any of these items in the years that I have been using them. One of the L lenses I bought new had a serious focus problem, but luckily it happened within the first year of usage and Canon was expeditious about the repair.

The above companies have a solid rep, used items from them will serve you well.

mdorn Loc: Portland, OR

daddybear wrote:

Next day or so I will be purchasing a 70-200 F4L. Adorama has new, two used and a demo shown on their website. I know they reputable,
and previous posts have been positive. My question is has anyone had any issues w/used equipment from them? We are only talking about than 100 bucks between them, but the money would pay for a tripod collar that I need due to my med induced tremors . Just looking for some re-assurance before push the button.

Thank you,

Daddybear

I think you are fine! In fact, there might be slightly more risk with a new lens. It's a great lens. Either way, you are going to love it!

tramsey Loc: Texas

Just decide if you want to save a buck and pull the trigger :thumbup:

romanticf16 Loc: Commerce Twp, MI

pigpen wrote:

For $100, I'd get the new. As far as the demo model goes, I'd pass. Just go to walmart on a busy day and watch the camera dispaly shelf. Some "demos" get very abused. With a lens of this caliber, however, depending on where it was, it was probably watched over carefully. Either way, for me, brand spanking new is worth $100. :thumbup:

Walmart isn't Adorama in clientele or counter help.

Pepper Loc: Planet Earth Country USA

Really not risking much with Adorama, if you have issues with the lens they'll make it right.

HelenOster Loc: New York

daddybear wrote:

Next day or so I will be purchasing a 70-200 F4L. Adorama has new, two used and a demo shown on their website. I know they reputable,
and previous posts have been positive. My question is has anyone had any issues w/used equipment from them? We are only talking about than 100 bucks between them, but the money would pay for a tripod collar that I need due to my med induced tremors . Just looking for some re-assurance before push the button.

Thank you,

Daddybear

All these units come to you with a 6-month warranty - which includes a 30-day returns period. If you'd like me to get some actual pictures before you place your order, just drop me an email: Helen@adorama.com

If you have any concerns at all about your unit when it arrives and you need advice or help in returning it, just let me know!

DPFotos Loc: Pembroke, Ma

romanticf16 wrote:

Walmart isn't Adorama in clientele or counter help.

:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

Mr Clickie Loc: Twin Cities, MN

I did the same with a 70-200 sigma and went the used route. I think it was an E or E+. Saved some $ and couldn't be happier...

rpavich Loc: West Virginia

daddybear wrote:

Next day or so I will be purchasing a 70-200 F4L. Adorama has new, two used and a demo shown on their website. I know they reputable,
and previous posts have been positive. My question is has anyone had any issues w/used equipment from them? We are only talking about than 100 bucks between them, but the money would pay for a tripod collar that I need due to my med induced tremors . Just looking for some re-assurance before push the button.

Thank you,

Daddybear

If it were me and there was only 100.00 between new and demo...I'd pick the new one.

It's 8 McDonalds visits difference....not worth hassling over just in case....but really...Adorama is very reputable and won't leave you hanging.