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Feb 17, 2019 07:12:42   #
Bozsik Loc: Orangevale, California
 
Bobnewnan wrote:
What has been your experience with refurbished cameras from Nikon vs used from Adorama? Specifically a d750.


I have gotten both and have been satisfied.

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Feb 17, 2019 07:40:49   #
sb Loc: Florida's East Coast
 
I think "no problem" as long as the camera has been refurbished at a factory authorized service center and you get the same warranty as new. I purchased a refrub direct from Canon and have had no problem.

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Feb 17, 2019 07:43:22   #
camerapapi Loc: Miami, Fl.
 
A refurb camera is practically a new camera. Some dealers like Cameta offers a whole year warranty on refurbs. Roberts Camera offers a 6 months warranty on used products. I do not know about Adorama or B&H, perhaps they offer a 30 days warranty but not sure of it.
If you ask me my first choice will be a refurb camera.

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Feb 17, 2019 07:46:19   #
Bultaco Loc: Aiken, SC
 
Bobnewnan wrote:
What has been your experience with refurbished cameras from Nikon vs used from Adorama? Specifically a d750.


I wouldn't buy from either. The Camera Cottage gives a year warranty vs 90 days from Nikon and other retailers. PS Mt shooter, the owner.

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Feb 17, 2019 08:10:33   #
TomV Loc: Annapolis, Maryland
 
The 1 yr warranty for a new high-end camera is meager at best. There is nothing magical about a refurb from the vendor, the warranty is no better.

You are better off buying a used unit from a vendor that has a 90-180 day warranty. You can then add in a multi-year Extended/Accidental Drop&Spill protection plan for a much better deal than paying new.

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Feb 17, 2019 09:06:08   #
NCMtnMan Loc: N. Fork New River, Ashe Co., NC
 
Purchased my D7200 from B&H so I could purchase an extended warranty on it as well. Works like a charm! Also have several refurbed lenses and no issues with any.

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Feb 17, 2019 09:15:00   #
Nikon1201
 
I have bought all my equipment from KEH , a great warranty and. Dry knowledgeable.

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Feb 17, 2019 10:58:19   #
richandtd Loc: Virginia
 
My D810 came from Nikonusa.com refurbished low shutter count and I really enjoy using and learning all the things it can do. Buy refurbished not used is my 2 cents.

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Feb 17, 2019 11:36:59   #
Bobnewnan
 
Thanks again for your replies. The UUG group is certainly a good reference place to check. FYI, I've ordered a refurbished 750 from Nikon. Just waiting for the BBT.

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Feb 17, 2019 13:33:18   #
Raz Theo Loc: Music City
 
Bobnewnan wrote:
What has been your experience with refurbished cameras from Nikon vs used from Adorama? Specifically a d750.


I recently purchased a D7500 refurb from Adorama for almost $400 below list new. A 90 day Nikon warranty and zero shutter count. So far, so good and I'm both pleasantly surprised and unexpectedly happy.

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Feb 17, 2019 14:46:26   #
sailwiz Loc: Santee, CA
 
I've purchased referbs most of my life, no money, and have never had a factory or good name brand photo shop issue.

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Feb 17, 2019 14:56:59   #
jerrypoller Loc: Huntington, NY
 
I've purchased 3 refurbished Nikons from Cameta Camera in NY - the latest being my D610. They have all worked flawlessly - and Cameta gives a full warranty - not the 90 day Nikon. Hope to find a refurbished D850 one of these days to move up from my D610.

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Feb 17, 2019 16:28:32   #
tomad Loc: North Carolina
 
I just bought a refurb Sony RX10 from Cameta Camera to replace my original RX10 that got fungus in the lens from living in Thailand for the first year I owned it. The refurb appears and works as the original one did when I bought it new. I saved $200 or 25% buying it rather than a new one.

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Feb 18, 2019 02:04:19   #
whatdat Loc: Del Valle, Tx.
 
Agree with Jerry. Have bought s number of refurbished cameras from Cameta, never had a problem. Their warranty is generally 1year.

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Feb 18, 2019 10:08:06   #
SusanFromVermont Loc: Southwest corner of Vermont
 
Bobnewnan wrote:
Thanks again for your replies. The UUG group is certainly a good reference place to check. FYI, I've ordered a refurbished 750 from Nikon. Just waiting for the BBT.

Congratulations! Their President's Day Sale on refurbished ends today, so you got an even better deal than usual. That's where I got my Nikon 24-70mm f/2/8 lens, also during a sale.

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