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Sep 18, 2018 10:08:56   #
tomad Loc: North Carolina
 
Has anyone bought any equipment from the E-finity Online Camera Store? What was your experience. They have a (new) lens that I am interested in for $250 less than the popular retailers, i.e., Adorama, KEH, B&H Photo. Maybe it's grey market, but is this so bad in a lens? Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has had any dealings with this retailer. I did a search before posting and found nothing.

I found reviews on Trust Pilot that are mostly 5 star with a few 1 star, the 1 star being from people who ended up needing warranty service.

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Sep 18, 2018 10:40:53   #
anotherview Loc: California
 
Buyer beware. Most here will advise you to buy from the top retailers. I include Samy's Camera.
tomad wrote:
Has anyone bought any equipment from the E-finity Online Camera Store? What was your experience. They have a (new) lens that I am interested in for $250 less than the popular retailers, i.e., Adorama, KEH, B&H Photo. Maybe it's grey market, but is this so bad in a lens? Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has had any dealings with this retailer. I did a search before posting and found nothing.

I found reviews on Trust Pilot that are mostly 5 star with a few 1 star, the 1 star being from people who ended up needing warranty service.
Has anyone bought any equipment from the E-finity ... (show quote)

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Sep 18, 2018 11:17:13   #
olemikey Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
 
If a simple lens design, probably not a big deal, however, lens development has produced some pretty complicated offerings, pricey to repair, full of electronics, etc.. As for the vendor, have not heard of them. If they sell grey market, I'd look for an aftermarket warranty, if you are concerned about it. If not, buy and enjoy.

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Sep 18, 2018 12:00:46   #
anotherview Loc: California
 
This discussion may help the OP: https://photographylife.com/gray-market-camera-gear

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Sep 18, 2018 19:52:00   #
DWU2 Loc: Phoenix Arizona area
 
If the price is way less than the compeitors', something is wrong.

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Sep 19, 2018 07:37:24   #
PRBurns
 
Have used several times and had good experiences. Returns were easy and prompt. Contact them and they will tell you if it is a U.S. version or Gray mkt.

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