Canon EOS 40D on ebay ? I want to know what's the different between ebay and amazon ?ebay seller offer many kit for the EOS 40D by amazon just have few. And ebay's price look pretty good
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I purchased a set of encyclopedia from ebay a couple of years ago. The seller, who had a nice feedback history, sent me only half of the books. She claimed that she sent all the books in two separate boxes, but I only received one box with half of the books. She had no tracking number to provide me. She simply dropped the boxes, from what she said, at the post office and left(?) I tried everything to get my money back. I disputed it through ebay and they ignored me. The seller started getting nastier as I started asking more questions. So would I consider buying an expensive item, such as the Canon EOS 40D camera, from ebay? NEVER, EVER, NO MATTER HOW CHEAP IT LOOKS. I purchased a set of encyclopedia from ebay a couple of years ago. The seller, who had a nice feedback history, sent me only half of the books. She claimed that she sent all the books in two separate boxes, but I only received one box with half of the books. She had no tracking number to provide me. She simply dropped the boxes, from what she said, at the post office and left(?) I tried everything to get my money back. I disputed it through ebay and they ignored me. The seller started getting nastier as I started asking more questions. So would I consider buying an expensive item, such as... » Read More I purchased a set of encyclopedia from ebay a couple of years ago. The seller, who had a nice feedback history, sent me only half of the books. She claimed that she sent all the books in two separate boxes, but I only received one box with half of the books. She had no tracking number to provide me. She simply dropped the boxes, from what she said, at the post office and left(?) I tried everything to get my money back. I disputed it through ebay and they ignored me. The seller started getting nastier as I started asking more questions. So would I consider buying an expensive item, such as the Canon EOS 40D camera, from ebay? NEVER, EVER, NO MATTER HOW CHEAP IT LOOKS. « Show Less
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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.
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Hi Could you please share your research, i'm trying to decide bet the 50D and the 40D.xavierucho2000[at]yahoo[dot]comThanks!!
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You need to ask if the camera at eBay is gray market or if it comes with a full Canon 1 year warranty.
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Before you decided to purchase anything online, the best thing to do is go resellerratings.com and check the ratings of the store. There are several good, reputable companies that sell on ebay with good ratings as well as good feedback on ebay. When thinking about buying something like the Canon 40D, stick with the reputable companies. I can share my research with you. I've been looking for several months at the Canon 40D; and even considered the 50D. The reviews I've seen so far, even with the new 50D out now, are all aimed at the 40D as being the better camera to buy. As far as the place to buy, check out B Before you decided to purchase anything online, the best thing to do is go resellerratings.com and check the ratings of the store. There are several good, reputable companies that sell on ebay with good ratings as well as good feedback on ebay. When thinking about buying something like the Canon 40D, stick with the reputable companies. I can share my research with you. I've been looking for several months at the Canon 40D; and even considered the 50D. The reviews I've seen so far, even with the new 50D out now, are all aimed at the 40D as being the better camera to buy. As far as the place... » Read More Before you decided to purchase anything online, the best thing to do is go resellerratings.com and check the ratings of the store. There are several good, reputable companies that sell on ebay with good ratings as well as good feedback on ebay. When thinking about buying something like the Canon 40D, stick with the reputable companies. I can share my research with you. I've been looking for several months at the Canon 40D; and even considered the 50D. The reviews I've seen so far, even with the new 50D out now, are all aimed at the 40D as being the better camera to buy. As far as the place to buy, check out B « Show Less
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Thanks !, Old amazonian, and Nikon fan...appreciate the input. Haven't made the choice yet, and will sweat out amazon on the LX3.And then I found out that my sister is going to AC this weekend and can wrangle a "Nikon SLR" out of Tropicana- they're desperate for repeat business- so I'll play with that for a while. Must be a D40.Happy New Year!
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Chances are if it IS cheaper anywhere else, it's being sold from an unreliable retailer. I had a rather frustrating experience with one such retailer in buying my Rebel XT -- they pulled a bait-and-switch on me. If you want to look for a retailer selling for less, I would advise you to read the reviews for that retailer, sorted by lowest rating first.
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if your buying one only buy it directly from a company, you can't expect to get a warranty on used items sold here and places like eBay. I would find a place going out of business or buy direct from amazon fulfillment. otherwise I don't know if nikon USA.com will let you buy an extended warranty. if you care bought a warranty buy it from someone I wouldn't buy from eBay. 90% of the stuff there is counterfeit. and horrible? you'll have better luck with amazon? remember a standard kit for nikon d3200 is bought 600 with one lens, check the website listed above. in this response
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E: Thanks for the reply. I also wrote Amazon, and they told me: "Many of the items listed on our website are covered by a manufacturer's warranty. This information should be listed in the owner's manual for the product." I explained what gray market meant in my inquiry, but obviously they don't get it at all. The price is so low that I assumed it was gray market. I agree with you--I would never buy a Nikon product from anyone other than Amazon directly.
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The other sellers have likely gotten their stock via the international market. In the USA, canon has not yet released the D10. A lot of the other sellers that have the camera on amazon right now are based out of New York City which is a hot spot for the "international" products. I found all of this out while in NYC last summer looking for a 5D. Personall, I would wait until amazon gets the camera to avoid any potential issues (for example, some of the international products or "grey market" canon eos 5d's that I looked at in NYC had a plastic body as opposed to the magnesium alloy body that canon produces and sells)
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The other sellers have likely gotten their stock via the international market. In the USA, canon has not yet released the D10. A lot of the other sellers that have the camera on amazon right now are based out of New York City which is a hot spot for the "international" products. I found all of this out while in NYC last summer looking for a 5D. Personall, I would wait until amazon gets the camera to avoid any potential issues (for example, some of the international products or "grey market" canon eos 5d's that I looked at in NYC had a plastic body as opposed to the magnesium alloy body that canon produces and sells) The other sellers have likely gotten their stock via the international market. In the USA, canon has not yet released the D10. A lot of the other sellers that have the camera on amazon right now are based out of New York City which is a hot spot for the "international" products. I found all of this out while in NYC last summer looking for a 5D. Personall, I would wait until amazon gets the camera to avoid any potential issues (for example, some of the international products or "grey market" canon eos 5d's that I looked at in NYC had a plastic body as opposed to the... » Read More The other sellers have likely gotten their stock via the international market. In the USA, canon has not yet released the D10. A lot of the other sellers that have the camera on amazon right now are based out of New York City which is a hot spot for the "international" products. I found all of this out while in NYC last summer looking for a 5D. Personall, I would wait until amazon gets the camera to avoid any potential issues (for example, some of the international products or "grey market" canon eos 5d's that I looked at in NYC had a plastic body as opposed to the magnesium alloy body that canon produces and sells) « Show Less
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Yes, If I can find the same item at Amazon with lower price or similar price, I always buy at Amazon. Amazon is definitely the best online store with fastest shipping and reliable return policy.I am thinking to buy a new camera at Amazon now - maybe Canon Powershot SD880 IS as a friend recommends. I wish the price for this camera at Amozon would be more competitive.
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I learned some time ago that if I bring in my printout to a local shop, as long as Amazon is an authorized dealer in say Canon or the brand I"m buying, they will beat the price if they haven't already. The local shop has been around for years, handles the areas "big box" warranties and offers a way better deal than here on Amazon. Amazon has lost a good amount of money from me because of things like this thread not to mention it takes quite some time to ship big ticket items to me when the local place is 10 mins. away and has it in stock. The only thing I still order from Amazon is books. Good luck to all that are waiting, I"m going to the store in the am for mine. I learned some time ago that if I bring in my printout to a local shop, as long as Amazon is an authorized dealer in say Canon or the brand I"m buying, they will beat the price if they haven't already. The local shop has been around for years, handles the areas "big box" warranties and offers a way better deal than here on Amazon. Amazon has lost a good amount of money from me because of things like this thread not to mention it takes quite some time to ship big ticket items to me when the local place is 10 mins. away and has it in stock. The only thing I still order from... » Read More I learned some time ago that if I bring in my printout to a local shop, as long as Amazon is an authorized dealer in say Canon or the brand I"m buying, they will beat the price if they haven't already. The local shop has been around for years, handles the areas "big box" warranties and offers a way better deal than here on Amazon. Amazon has lost a good amount of money from me because of things like this thread not to mention it takes quite some time to ship big ticket items to me when the local place is 10 mins. away and has it in stock. The only thing I still order from Amazon is books. Good luck to all that are waiting, I"m going to the store in the am for mine. « Show Less
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Sorry Marilyn, but my 40D is also an EOS from Canon, I geuss it works also if you lost the letters. Rgds Axel
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I'm in the same dilemma as Costco offers both. D40 for $649 and Rebel XS for $699 with extra telephoto lense. In the past, I had bad experience with Canon camcorder as it stopped working just after 2 yrs, and I know few people whose Canon products stopped functioning too.I guess, Nikon D40 is the ideal choice.
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Thats funny.... thanks for the headsup.... buydig updated their website to - Pre Order Ships Upon Release From Canon
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It has been but not on Amazon itself as of yet. I have used the camera and have bought it from ANTOnline through Amazon. (too bad I could not use Amazon Prime pricing on shipping). I have used the camera and am still reviewing it as I had it at a wedding this weekend. One reminder is not to use high speed shooting in low light. You won't be able to see too much. Overall it is decent as long as there is enough light but I have had less than a week so I still am a Canon fan.
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The listing is for a new camera, and a kit lens. So you'd be getting the camera in a box, and a lens in one if I recall correctly. If you want to look at used models, there is a link on that page that takes you to them, and that explains amazons guarantee in that regard.
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Typically from Amazon.com yes. But the resellers who sell on Amazon typically do not. I will say, those are VERY tempting prices tho!! I've had great luck with Amazon Warehouse Deals in the past as well as their fantastic return policy. Buy with confidence through Amazon.com the Seller. Amazing camera BTW...if you are looking for a great all around camera to do everything, this is NOT the camera for you. But if you're looking for a SERIOUS artist's tool capable of (IMO) beyond-full frame detail (I own a 6D as well as a DP1M), do not hesitate to purchase a Sigma Merrill series camera. It will change how you create photographic works of art. Happy shooting!!
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The white box one mentions list price as $499, while this one says $800. I checked at Canon web site. The list price for this lens should be $499. So any clues why Amazon has it listed as $800 on this page? Are there two versions of the same lens - i.e. is this the newer version compared to White Box offer? This is all too confusing as there are listings for seeming the same product. I understand the reason behind White Box etc., but why difference in list price???
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Although this thread is about cameras, I found it on a gooogle search of "Amazon versus buy.com". In my experience (mainly on books) I much prefer the Amazon website because of the reviews and good interface. But buy.com tends to be a bit cheaper. Generally a dollar or so for a typical $15 book. But where buy.com is much better (and why I tend to order from them) is the shipping. If you go for Amazon's free shipping, they seem to always sit on the shipment for a week before sending it out. Buy.com, although they say free shipping will take longer, it seems my packages always get shipped within a couple of days. Although this thread is about cameras, I found it on a gooogle search of "Amazon versus buy.com". In my experience (mainly on books) I much prefer the Amazon website because of the reviews and good interface. But buy.com tends to be a bit cheaper. Generally a dollar or so for a typical $15 book. But where buy.com is much better (and why I tend to order from them) is the shipping. If you go for Amazon's free shipping, they seem to always sit on the shipment for a week before sending it out. Buy.com, although they say free shipping will take longer, it seems my packages always get... » Read More Although this thread is about cameras, I found it on a gooogle search of "Amazon versus buy.com". In my experience (mainly on books) I much prefer the Amazon website because of the reviews and good interface. But buy.com tends to be a bit cheaper. Generally a dollar or so for a typical $15 book. But where buy.com is much better (and why I tend to order from them) is the shipping. If you go for Amazon's free shipping, they seem to always sit on the shipment for a week before sending it out. Buy.com, although they say free shipping will take longer, it seems my packages always get shipped within a couple of days. « Show Less