New cameras from Ebay
Nov 9, 2018 15:11:32 #
tdozier3 wrote:
Just wondering if anyone can shed some light as to why you can purchase a new camera on Ebay at quite a substantial savings compared to sellers on Amazon ? There has got to be some kind of catch 
I've bought several cameras from ebay and have been scammed, but , ebay's and paypal garuntee's have come through the time it seemed to be a scam, all the other cameras have been as described and I was extremely happy with the sale. never buy anything thats too good to be true, I won a 7 day action on a H4D 40 MP Hasselblad but in the end got all my money back.
Nov 9, 2018 15:17:57 #
augieg27
Loc: Central California
I just bought this lens: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Nikon-AF-P-DX-NIKKOR-70-300mm-f-4-5-6-3G-ED-VR-Lens-20062/351967068660?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 -
It will arrive next week and will let you know if there is an issue with it. BTW, I paid $146 vs. $369 at B&H
Here is the seller's description:
eBay item number: 351967068660
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
Last updated on Nov 06, 2018 06:55:20 PST View all revisions
Item specifics
Condition: New: A brand-new,
unused, unopened,
undamaged item in its
original packaging
(where packaging
is ... Read more
Brand: Nikon
MPN: 20062 Camera Technology: Digital
Camera Type: DSLR UPC: 4960759146113
Focal Length: 70-300mm Warranty: 1 year USA Warranty for
parts & labor, by seller
Series: Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR Seller Warranty Coverage: Manufacturer
defects.Same as
manufacturer warranty
Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-6.3 Imported Model: Manufacturer warranty
not applicable
Focus Type: Auto & Manual Packaging: Removed from Camera
bundle. Comes in white
box.
Type: Telephoto, Zoom lens,
Image Stabilization
Compatiblity: D3300, D3400, D5300,
D5400, D5500, D5600,
D7100
Focal Length Type: Zoom
It will arrive next week and will let you know if there is an issue with it. BTW, I paid $146 vs. $369 at B&H
Here is the seller's description:
eBay item number: 351967068660
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
Last updated on Nov 06, 2018 06:55:20 PST View all revisions
Item specifics
Condition: New: A brand-new,
unused, unopened,
undamaged item in its
original packaging
(where packaging
is ... Read more
Brand: Nikon
MPN: 20062 Camera Technology: Digital
Camera Type: DSLR UPC: 4960759146113
Focal Length: 70-300mm Warranty: 1 year USA Warranty for
parts & labor, by seller
Series: Nikon AF-P DX NIKKOR Seller Warranty Coverage: Manufacturer
defects.Same as
manufacturer warranty
Maximum Aperture: f/4.5-6.3 Imported Model: Manufacturer warranty
not applicable
Focus Type: Auto & Manual Packaging: Removed from Camera
bundle. Comes in white
box.
Type: Telephoto, Zoom lens,
Image Stabilization
Compatiblity: D3300, D3400, D5300,
D5400, D5500, D5600,
D7100
Focal Length Type: Zoom
Nov 9, 2018 16:21:19 #
What you say is true but that doesn't mean a buyer should buy something that with 100% certainty is not what it is advertised as being.
Nov 9, 2018 16:36:06 #
augieg27
Loc: Central California
There are many scams going on not just on eBay.
And this one sounded like one. There are at least two dealers selling hundred of these lenses.
I bought it from Tri-State Camera, which has a large inventory of electronics and have sold thousands.
of items.
And this one sounded like one. There are at least two dealers selling hundred of these lenses.
I bought it from Tri-State Camera, which has a large inventory of electronics and have sold thousands.
of items.
Nov 9, 2018 16:52:38 #
ackhack
Loc: nantucket/ Venice Fl
Well that is huge, check it out with B & H. They are the best maybe not the cheapest but the warrantee dept is key. Stay away from 42 street Photo. What guarantee to ebay offer?
Nov 9, 2018 16:55:11 #
ackhack
Loc: nantucket/ Venice Fl
Scams. So i bought a what I thought perfectly good used lens on ebay. 1500. total after having it fixed for 550 more it was a good deal, Not but that's how it rolls on ebay/ Buyer be ware! Price should not be your only factor.
Nov 9, 2018 16:58:48 #
LFingar wrote:
Nikon, Canon, and probably other major camera manu... (show quote)
B&H also sells gray market cameras.
Nov 9, 2018 17:03:24 #
tdozier3 wrote:
I know it sounds too good to be true. I was just wondering if anyone has purchased anything like or similar from Ebay.
Barterboxusa even sounds like an import co. If it sounds to good to be true, it is. The other company you mention is legit, and reputable. KEH is good. B&H photo is good and a couple others. I deal mostly with B&H.
Nov 9, 2018 17:18:51 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
tdozier3 wrote:
Just wondering if anyone can shed some light as to why you can purchase a new camera on Ebay at quite a substantial savings compared to sellers on Amazon ? There has got to be some kind of catch
The catch is it's GRAY MARKET. The HOOK is, it's cheaper than Amazon, B&H and Adorama.
Nov 9, 2018 17:24:28 #
SAVH
Loc: La Jolla, CA
Yes, it does appear to be a "good deal." However, my "Spidey" sense tells me to beware. When buying something as important as a new camera that you will probably plan to use for some time, I personally would hesitate to bite on this. The price quoted is just too "good" to be trusted. Just my opinion.
Nov 9, 2018 18:13:59 #
Nov 9, 2018 19:57:18 #
tdekany wrote:
B&H also sells gray market cameras.
Yes they do, but, they don't hide the fact as some do. They call them "Imported" with an explanation if you click on the question mark. With their reputation buying grey market from them and relying on their store warranty is not much of a risk. I haven't checked lately, but, as I recall, with their Canon sales the price for grey market was the same as for the US warrantied item. Currently they show only one grey market Canon, a Powershot which doesn't seem to be currently available in the US, which may explain why it is grey market.
Nov 9, 2018 21:51:03 #
Nov 9, 2018 23:33:11 #
SierraP
Loc: Eastern Sierras
I have bought several new cameras via ebay.
Sometimes they are new but not the latest model. They may be overstock or from a shop going out of business. I have not had one that was grey market nor have I found one that was a "scam". These peoples business is through ebay. Ebay will dump vendors who are scammers and will refund your money if you are cheated.
Sometimes they are new but not the latest model. They may be overstock or from a shop going out of business. I have not had one that was grey market nor have I found one that was a "scam". These peoples business is through ebay. Ebay will dump vendors who are scammers and will refund your money if you are cheated.
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