First quality, non gray market? The steep discount has me a little concerned that I'm missing something.
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The Pentax K-5 II exceeded my expectation. It shoots much better pictures than the K-7 that we had for three years. The quality is great though I did not particularly look for gray or non-gray market. The warranty seems like an international one. Not sure if it works in the US but the I am very happy with the quality of the camera so I am not worried. Had the camera for three months now without any problems. Very happy with my purchase.
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I was a little concerned also because what I found was that this "Body Only" K-5 II was actually a K-5 II Kit with the Kit zoom lens removed. I examined the camera, cables, manuals, charger, etc. very carefully and I found no indication whatsoever that the camera had ever been used. I kept the camera and love it! This was an upgrade from a K10D so I kept my lenses, flash, filters, etc. I really believe the K-5 II is the equal of any DX sensor camera on the market. Pentax doesn't get enough respect!!
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I purchased this back in Late March. I have shopped the prices and found my best at Amazon. This is NOT a Gray Market this is the Real DEAL and takes fantastic Photo's I stick with Pentax over Canon and Nikon due to the Weather Seals and since I spend most of my time in Africa and Middle East where conditions are quite dusty and/or Humid this gives me piece of mind. I would not be concerned about the low price.. It is a Quality, OEM camera.
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When I initiated the camera, the first thing to settle was not the language but something else, so I had some doubts that it had been used before. But as a whole the camera functioned fine so it´s OK.
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This is the real thing. I bought one recently as an upgrade from my K100D. It's a great camera. Amazon has great service and support.
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Mine does not appear to be gray market. It was however shipped in a box for the body and lens kit with the lens removed. That is it appeared to be a package that was broken up and sold sepatately.
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It's an old marketing trick -- it sets a floor price in your mind. Your are stuck evaluating the $100 difference and the $399 (original) price doesn't seem quite as bad. So, you buy the baseline product and think you saved $100.
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Hi, I didn't go to extreme lengths to compare pricing. I did find a few different models, each with similar control systems. all within a couple dollars. Prices really started to jump when you start looking into outdoor models as well as those that have full 4.5 channels (Up, down, forward, backward, turn left/right, Rotate left/right AND slide left/right). This model lacks the ability to slide left/right. I paid something in the low twenties for this model, I believe these days that full 4.5 channel models are now available in this price range. I'd suggest you focus on those to get the full flying experience if the prices are as reasonable as I believe them to be. Hi, I didn't go to extreme lengths to compare pricing. I did find a few different models, each with similar control systems. all within a couple dollars. Prices really started to jump when you start looking into outdoor models as well as those that have full 4.5 channels (Up, down, forward, backward, turn left/right, Rotate left/right AND slide left/right). This model lacks the ability to slide left/right. I paid something in the low twenties for this model, I believe these days that full 4.5 channel models are now available in this price range. I'd suggest you focus on those to get the... » Read More Hi, I didn't go to extreme lengths to compare pricing. I did find a few different models, each with similar control systems. all within a couple dollars. Prices really started to jump when you start looking into outdoor models as well as those that have full 4.5 channels (Up, down, forward, backward, turn left/right, Rotate left/right AND slide left/right). This model lacks the ability to slide left/right. I paid something in the low twenties for this model, I believe these days that full 4.5 channel models are now available in this price range. I'd suggest you focus on those to get the full flying experience if the prices are as reasonable as I believe them to be. « Show Less
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Amazon doesn't guarantee the cheapest price, it only guarantees that you will be provided a safe marketplace to buy products. Be careful of knockoffs, and old expired product when it gets that cheap. I can tell you that price is below what I buy it for.
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Of course it's first quality. I've never even seen them market a "second." Have you?
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I guess that's where I am. If there's a MASSIVE difference in price for essentially the same item, I'll go for the less expensive version. If we're talking about $20 - $30 difference on a $~300 item, I'll go for the name.
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Bought mine for the $30 price. I agree with Bryan that it's probably just different sellers. Go with your wallet!
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I have been watching the price of this HDTV as well and I think that the practice of offering a coupon (which implies a discount) but then increasing the price by more than the value of the coupon is very misleading. It would seem from the comments above/below that other consumers feel the same way.
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What is a gray market product? I have never heard that term before. Thanks!
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i've found prices jump around on amazon based on how many times i browse items. maybe it's some clever data-tracking way to monitor my browsing and then coerce me to purchase a particular item because of fear the price is going to continue to increase, but also maybe it's just difference in suppliers as amazon draws from different suppliers for many products. are you sure the supplier is the same at $87 as the supplier was for your first purchase?
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Depending on the TV you buy, you may now end up saving more than you would have saved by that Combo. For example, if you bought the tc-p50GT25, you are going to save $180 more than you would have 2 weeks back. the price for the starter kit hasn't changed from the time it was a part of the combo. I would suggest you wait one more week and you'll probably see better offers. Do continue to monitor the inventory though and pull the trigger if the inventory is falling.
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Looks like its where you want to be, I see $114 right now at Amazon but I have also seen cheaper last week elsewhere, I guess price is subject to fluctuate.
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If it's from Amazon or Adorama (where I got mine) and I'm sure B&H; and other big US dealers, it will definitely NOT be gray-market. Great lens too btw.
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You are absolutely right about the price. I never paid $41.00. The last time I bought it it was around $21.00 - My feeling is at the $41.00 price I wouldn't buy it either - However, as far as quality goes, I still feel they are the best I have used so far. That doesn't mean there isn't better, just that I haven't found it yet.
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Hi Shirley, thank you for your question, I believe 95% of people will find this valuable when researching for the right brand. I cant comment on other brands because we are not in the market of bad mouthing others. With that said, I believe we have two things that is ahead of 99% of other brands. 1: Quality 2: Customer support. I cant say which one of the two is #1, but what I can say is we take very good care of our customers i.e providing additional tips and support to help you reach your goal (whatever that might be.) 94% Of our customers love our tips and detailed guides. We dont believe in sending you paper leaflets which will block up your mail box. I hope this will help. All the best P.S, we have been in stock for the last two weeks.
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I'm just reporting back. I truly did not expect to get any special treatment based on what I had read - and I am in the south, but not a southerner. It's just that I waited 6 months for the price to get back down. And whether this plays into it or not, I have recently spent quite a few dollars with Amazon.If anyone else was waiting to buy, now's the time. Who knows what they'll cost next week.BTW Chad, how do they sound?
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No and I searched high and low. Cheaper yes but same quality, no. Try wayfair for price comparisons too.