White box or this offer? What's the difference between this lens &amp; the white box lens that makes a $100. difference in price?
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White box is just what it implies....lens comes in a white box rather than the Canon box. These are supposed to be a lens that was removed from a kit, where the camera was sold separetly. Perhaps because the buyer only wanted the camera. I also have to wonder if some retailer separate kits becasue they can get more $'s selling separetly. Just speculation??? Anyway, I have a white box lens and it came in a white box with the full warranty documentation, was brand new and works just great. I didn't need the $100 Canon box since I have no intention of reselling the lens down the road. But with anything, buyer beware so where you get it from might make a difference.
774593
I just got mine. White box apparently means an oversized plain box without any padding at all. The lens can roll around in the box. Come on Amazon, put a little padding in! UPS guy dropped the box with a thud at my door luckily everything seems alright.Came with EF Lens 4.0 disk and Canon Warranty card.
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The Lens came with a warranty card and everything necessary to register it. Additionally, I received a $100 rebate from Tamron... This was NOT a white box item.
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I received mine over the weekend from Amazon, but have done similar research as you did for over a week. I've noticed the same thing as you do on the price increase. IMO I chaulk it up to supply and demand. I shopped around and found the prices to be generally very close amongst online stores, and no more $435's available except at one reputable NY store selling it at $439 just the other day, and is back-ordered. The thing is that with Amazon there aren't even other vendors selling this camera at any price, so it's completely up to Amazon to charge what it thinks is appropriate. Even the used prices (which are mostly by Amazon in this case) have risen by a large margin. However, the camera is fantastic! So it's still a value proposition in my case. Since I sold my M43 gear, this $500 price tag is downright low. Look at it another way, there are no M43 or DSLRs (bodies only) that shoot at 5.5 FPS with autofocus or 12 without that come in at less than a grand. The lens range and aperture are in the same situation, there is nothing in the inter-changeable lens world that come close without costing multiples of this FZ150. Seriously, an Olympus 28-200'ish mm equivalent M43 lens runs at $450; a Nikon 18-200 VR for APS-C sensor is at approx $900; a Nikon 28-300 VR for full frame is about $1k (while non of these open to f 2.8). True, those cameras have larger sensors and the lenses are quality stuff and can do different things (we're not totally comparing apples to apples here), but if this camera is right for you for what you do as it does in my case for what I intend it to do, which is for travel (light) and take photos of my son at baseball games, the price is a steal. Frankly this camera out guns my DSLR by a large margin and does 1080P video with fast accurate auto focus at 60p :) I cannot do manual video focus of sports - at any price! On the other hand, other options may be to wait and see, or buy used. I checked out eBay, no luck there (but Amazon pricing staff already know that).
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I'm honestly not 100% sure, but I would assume 'non-Canon Retail Box' (which is Black, with red & white writing usually). I don't believe it has anything to do with the operation, everything to do with the presentation (for retail sales). I hope that helps. So long as you are using a crop sensor body, this lens works well. I have a couple for 'close quarter events' (where there are thousands of people, and I'm lucky to get more than 3 to 6 feet away from a couple wanting a photo). And it's considerably less expensive than the 16-35 L (which I love, but don't bring to events).
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I've had both IS and non IS, I have found that for the price this is a very handy lens to have. It works great outside, and as long as you have a semblance of a half way steady hand then not having the IS won't be a problem. Some of the issues you might encounter with this lens is when it comes to shooting in lower light situations, for example trying to take pictures inside especially at night if the room is not heavily lit. In that case the IS would help but that would only take you so far. Part of that is due to the lens speed. I found that if you take more pictures and try to stay aware of light you should do just fine. I love that this lens has the wide angle and the ability to super zoom. This has become my main travel lens, because of its versatility. For the price you can't beat it, I think its like $199 and just starting off as a new photographer its a good start. Yes there are better lenses out there BUT you will pay a Lot more for them as well.
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White box is discount or refurbished not sure. It works on my t5i and have no issues whatsoever with it. Worth the discounted price.
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This question is answered in the Q&As; on Amazon. This is a 'white box' unit, which means it was separated from a camera combo pack. I registered mine at Canon for warranty and had no problems. As I understand it from reading other Q&As; and comments, this is the same high quality, new lens. I have no reason to question that, mine was new.
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Yes! The trademark white Canon lenses are actually white for a reason - light reflection and heat. The white lenses are all "L" serious lenses with high quality glass, and they usually have lots of other nice features (image stabilization on some but not all, faster focus, etc.). If you plan on using a lens for many years, the white L series are the way to go, but they tend to cost a lot more. If you are on a budget or just doing hobby work, this lens is probably fine. If you want one lens to rule them all...take a look at the EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM. That super wide range gives you amazing flexibility for all types of photos with just a single lens. Expensive, but having 1 lens to do everything is pretty incredible.
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Thanks for your question!I'm sure it's disappointing to see an increase in the price of the lens you were planning to purchase. Because we constantly receive new data from our suppliers, our prices regularly change. The price you saw was the lowest price we were able to offer at the time.More details about our pricing can be found on our Help pages:http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html/?nodeId=468502&We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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The lens is the same. I would recommend purchasing from Amazon, as there are no significant discounts and Amazon standing behind their products and purchasers, to include no-charge 2 day shipping if a Prime member worth it. By the way, a great lens. If you are a pro then go for it, but the new 24-240 lens at $995 is a great bargain and a great lens covering a 10X magnification, relatively light, and works great on e-mount Sony's. I just got mine and am ecstatic with it.
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The one in the white box is packaged nicely in bubble wrap but has no instructions or instructional dvd. I bought the white box one last year. Lens was fine, but I had to figure out how to use it on my own.
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Hi Christy, I am firm on the price. I am having a hard time parting with this lens. -- Ralph
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China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens of this MM. China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens... » Read More China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens of this MM. « Show Less
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White box is just what it implies....lens comes in a white box rather than the Canon box. These are supposed to be a lens that was removed from a kit, where the camera was sold separetly. Perhaps because the buyer only wanted the camera. I also have to wonder if some retailer separate kits becasue they can get more $'s selling separetly. Just speculation??? Anyway, I have a white box lens and it came in a white box with the full warranty documentation, was brand new and works just great. I didn't need the $100 Canon box since I have no intention of reselling the lens down the road. But with anything, buyer beware so where you get it from might make a difference. White box is just what it implies....lens comes in a white box rather than the Canon box. These are supposed to be a lens that was removed from a kit, where the camera was sold separetly. Perhaps because the buyer only wanted the camera. I also have to wonder if some retailer separate kits becasue they can get more $'s selling separetly. Just speculation??? Anyway, I have a white box lens and it came in a white box with the full warranty documentation, was brand new and works just great. I didn't need the $100 Canon box since I have no intention of reselling the lens down the road. But with... » Read More White box is just what it implies....lens comes in a white box rather than the Canon box. These are supposed to be a lens that was removed from a kit, where the camera was sold separetly. Perhaps because the buyer only wanted the camera. I also have to wonder if some retailer separate kits becasue they can get more $'s selling separetly. Just speculation??? Anyway, I have a white box lens and it came in a white box with the full warranty documentation, was brand new and works just great. I didn't need the $100 Canon box since I have no intention of reselling the lens down the road. But with anything, buyer beware so where you get it from might make a difference. « Show Less
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A White Box lens is not Grey Market. In fact Grey Market lenses will typically be in Canon Boxes just like USA lenses. The white box lenses are pulled from camera kits. For example a store might get a 5DIII kit with the 24-105 lens and then take out the lens to sell both items separately. If the original kit was a USA kit then the white box lens from it will be covered under USA warranty as well.You can always contact the seller through amazon and ask them if it is a USA version with USA warranty. If they tell you it is then you should be fine. If a seller misrepresents the item in any way, Amazon always takes buyer's side and makes sure you get your money back. A White Box lens is not Grey Market. In fact Grey Market lenses will typically be in Canon Boxes just like USA lenses. The white box lenses are pulled from camera kits. For example a store might get a 5DIII kit with the 24-105 lens and then take out the lens to sell both items separately. If the original kit was a USA kit then the white box lens from it will be covered under USA warranty as well.You can always contact the seller through amazon and ask them if it is a USA version with USA warranty. If they tell you it is then you should be fine. If a seller misrepresents the item... » Read More A White Box lens is not Grey Market. In fact Grey Market lenses will typically be in Canon Boxes just like USA lenses. The white box lenses are pulled from camera kits. For example a store might get a 5DIII kit with the 24-105 lens and then take out the lens to sell both items separately. If the original kit was a USA kit then the white box lens from it will be covered under USA warranty as well.You can always contact the seller through amazon and ask them if it is a USA version with USA warranty. If they tell you it is then you should be fine. If a seller misrepresents the item in any way, Amazon always takes buyer's side and makes sure you get your money back. « Show Less
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I ordered this lens for my daughter for Christmas and it is new in original packaging. The 'additional' components to the package deal (like the filters, lens cloth, etc.) were in the Amazon package itself - not in with the lens. Hope this is helpful.