42nd St Photo
Nov 27, 2017 10:58:52 #
I have purchased from Cameta Camera based on recommendations on this site and was completely satisfied. Looking at them right now to buy a refurbished nikon camera.
Nov 27, 2017 11:02:06 #
I've had no problems with 42nd St photo.
Just ask about warranty and origin. They will tell you.
Tip: buy the camera and register the purchase online at Canonusa.com.
If it is not covered, then Canon will tell you. If so, return it for refund.
Just ask about warranty and origin. They will tell you.
Tip: buy the camera and register the purchase online at Canonusa.com.
If it is not covered, then Canon will tell you. If so, return it for refund.
Nov 27, 2017 11:09:29 #
This topic has been beat to death on here. Check the search function at the top.
Nov 27, 2017 11:53:38 #
waynecrowley wrote:
I have seen several posts concerning 42nd St Photo on this site, not all positive. They have a Canon SX60 HS advertised for $369.00 with free shipping. Is this a good deal? Could it be gray market and if so would Canon honor the warranty or repair it if necessary? Thanks for any advice.
Be very afraid.
Nov 27, 2017 12:22:15 #
They will screw you with the Canon warranty and you'll get their warranty instead. Ask me how I know. Go to a place like B&H Camera, they are honest people.
Nov 27, 2017 12:25:27 #
mas24 wrote:
A previous post by a uhh member, several months ago, said that when they sell you a camera, you have to buy unnecessary accessories costing sometimes over $100. Otherwise no discount. For a gray market camera.
They didn’t try to sell me unnecessary items, they stripped the included items off the camera and tried to sell them back for OVER $250!!! The front and rear caps, the tripod collar and the case! When I told him to cancel he said “just admit you can’t afford it” 🤬
Nov 27, 2017 12:52:09 #
Nov 27, 2017 13:22:32 #
Nov 27, 2017 13:25:51 #
Doyle Thomas wrote:
online with good rep Adorama B&H Camera World
Also Roberts, Cameta.
If 42nd St. has it at any given price, check to be sure that's not just an empty box. Another $200 and they'll throw in a camera.
Nov 27, 2017 13:44:53 #
That empty box remark is uncalled for. I have bought a camera and a lens from them with no problems
Reinaldokool wrote:
Also Roberts, Cameta.
If 42nd St. has it at any given price, check to be sure that's not just an empty box. Another $200 and they'll throw in a camera.
If 42nd St. has it at any given price, check to be sure that's not just an empty box. Another $200 and they'll throw in a camera.
Nov 27, 2017 13:57:03 #
NJphotodoc
Loc: Now in the First State
The sad truth is that shops like Abe's of Maine, 42nd St and even Willoughby’s Camera may have started out of decent resellers but looking at the totality of their reviews, the vast majority speak of bait and switch, poor customer service, and tactics to lure in unsuspecting clients looking for a low price. Camera sales are a low-profit business with manufacturers setting the MSRP. It only when they authorize a sale or rebate can a retailer then pass along the savings.
Members of the UHH community should be well aware of this so there really should not be any debate. If the price is below MSRP for new equipment, then one should assume it is grey market and you know the risks you are takingfor repairs, returns, etc. If you are risk averse, then you have a wide scope of stores you can go to both online and brick and mortar. If you want to try to save $ and are willing to gamble, then you become your own best negotiator but the risk is solidly resting on you. Everything else is just commentary and opinion.
Members of the UHH community should be well aware of this so there really should not be any debate. If the price is below MSRP for new equipment, then one should assume it is grey market and you know the risks you are takingfor repairs, returns, etc. If you are risk averse, then you have a wide scope of stores you can go to both online and brick and mortar. If you want to try to save $ and are willing to gamble, then you become your own best negotiator but the risk is solidly resting on you. Everything else is just commentary and opinion.
Nov 27, 2017 14:51:31 #
Nov 27, 2017 15:13:50 #
Wayne,
I have a practicaly new SX60 that I purchased new about a year ago through Walmart in Florida.
It has very little use as I also have an SX 40 which I use most of the time. If you are interested I can probably sell it for about $325.00 plus shipping.
Ed
I have a practicaly new SX60 that I purchased new about a year ago through Walmart in Florida.
It has very little use as I also have an SX 40 which I use most of the time. If you are interested I can probably sell it for about $325.00 plus shipping.
Ed
Nov 27, 2017 15:27:17 #
Nov 27, 2017 15:36:40 #
captxmas
Loc: San Francisco Bay Area
Wrap a towel around your head. Close Your Eyes. Walk through a crowded prison yard. Choose any one person. This probably will be a more trustworthy person than 42nd st photo. Everything you have read here is true and from credible trusted sources.
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