refurbished vs. new digital camera: Don't they go through the same testing if it is factory refurbished?
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Some refurbuished products may have been repaired and some may just have been returned for no functional reason. There's no real way of knowing. But, in general, I'd say the extra warranty period is worth the small price difference. Now if the refurb cost 50% less, that might be a differnt story.
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New As in brand new in the box yes. As far as being the newest thing on the market I am going with a no. Works great though. I took it on a cruise to the Bahamas and use it for regular photos. I am no professional photographer but it takes great photos
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I am assuming that a 'used' item was just simply used and resold - whereas 'refurbished items were used but have been serviced (parts changed....i.e is new/better parts put in.....) and that the item would also be tested to verify that it was functioning properly.
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To be perfectly honest, I would steer clear of the camera. I purchased two of these, one for me, and later one for myself. They have a defect from new, Kodak upgraded the firmware, from 1.2 to 1.3 to cure a problem with the battery losing charge quickly on the camera, but in upgrading the firmware they have created a new problem, red colours do not develop correct, there is no definition to the picture, just a red "blob", they do not have a fix for this. I am currently trying to get my money back from the company purchased them from digital bargains, via amazon. neither of them were forthcoming in helping to correct the problem. Hope this is of use. Kind regards Paul To be perfectly honest, I would steer clear of the camera. I purchased two of these, one for me, and later one for myself. They have a defect from new, Kodak upgraded the firmware, from 1.2 to 1.3 to cure a problem with the battery losing charge quickly on the camera, but in upgrading the firmware they have created a new problem, red colours do not develop correct, there is no definition to the picture, just a red "blob", they do not have a fix for this. I am currently trying to get my money back from the company purchased them from digital bargains, via amazon. neither of them... » Read More To be perfectly honest, I would steer clear of the camera. I purchased two of these, one for me, and later one for myself. They have a defect from new, Kodak upgraded the firmware, from 1.2 to 1.3 to cure a problem with the battery losing charge quickly on the camera, but in upgrading the firmware they have created a new problem, red colours do not develop correct, there is no definition to the picture, just a red "blob", they do not have a fix for this. I am currently trying to get my money back from the company purchased them from digital bargains, via amazon. neither of them were forthcoming in helping to correct the problem. Hope this is of use. Kind regards Paul « Show Less
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The Recall issue is OVER unless you are buying the camera off the street or a used one from Ebay....And I would not advise it because for about the same price you can shop around and find a new one. Also many merchants have free shipping, warranty, special discounts and special 0% financing. Many offer 'bill me later' for 6 months 0% interest.
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I understand that Nikon is not servicing or providing spare parts to service providers if the camera is not Nikon USA, or what they call grey market. If you ask me, if you buy a Nikon, it still is a Nikon so they should repair it but I know for a fact that they are not repairing them
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Since at this point in time these are used cameras, the package may contain some or all of the originally supplied accessories which were supplied when sold as a new unit. Each individual listing should specify this as well as condition. As for any warranty, that is at the option of the seller and will vary.
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I received a camera that was fine and it works great. Did not look refurbished in any way.
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Yes. It goes through more quality control testing when it's refurbished and is usually in better condition than non-refurbished products.
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My understanding is that refurbished cameras have been returned to Nikon for reasons varying from not functioning properly to the purchaser deciding they did not want the camera after all. Nikon fixes defects and returns the cameras to like new condition before reselling them. I have enjoyed my refurbished D3200 which looked brand new when I received it. I have been so pleased that I just ordered another refurbished lens for it through Amazon and am waiting for it to arrive. I think buying refurbished is a great way to save a few bucks to use on more camera gear.
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It depends if you're buying it as a new retail camera (the current $1300 listing), or a used one that also might not have all the items included with a new purchase (instruction book, charger, etc; such as the current $109 listing). Or, you know, work. But most sellers should tell you the status of the item and what is included.
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Yes I bought a brand new camera. It takes fantastic pictures and is very easy to use. I can easily send pictures I took on this camera and send them to my E-mail address or any one else's or save them in my Cloud server. If I can do it any one can.
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I think If the refurbished has Warenty, it is a safer. But if not, you take the same risks. Hopefuly owner of used one is honest about the condition of the item.
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I'm not sure if you mean refurbished or not. Mine didn't say anything about being refurbished. As far I could tell, it was new. I'm also not sure if you're asking about what comes in the package, but it does include a camera strap and battery. I would suggest buying a good tripod, the one that comes with this is rather small and can't hold the weight of the camera.
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I just got my camera back from the Cannon Factory and they said found that it was an internal issue, they replaced "something" and sent it back and it works just fine! Sorry this isn't a more helpful post for those of you without a warranty! I'll keep looking through my paperwork at home and see if they were more specific AT ALL in stating what the mystery "something" was that didn't work. Just wanted to update as I promised I would!
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They are 100% new if you pick the new one and not refurbished, they have both just pay attention to what you choose. It states new or refurbished if you look. Sony says 1 year warranty, have not used it so I cant tell you and I am nearly at the 1 year point now.
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I completely agree with D.P., but one major point to consider when buying from the E-Bay is that a lot of those cameras with "nice price" are coming from grey market, which means they do not have a 1 year US Warranty, and some parts may differ from the US models(i.e. battery charger with cord vs directly plug to the wall US version)etc... Anyway if you decide to purchase from the E-Bay make sure to ask the seller if this is a US or a grey market version.Good Luck.