Can someone explain the negatives of buying this as a "grey market" lens?
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The big disadvantage would be that your lens will not be covered under Tamron's warranty, and you'll be on your own if the lens is found to be defective. That said, I bought my lens in like-new condition from a seller in Korea (it was a store demo), and have not had any problem with it. It's a fantastic macro lens!
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For one, check the warranty .... grey market lenses may not offer a suitable warranty.
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Hi, thanks for your question. I see that this lens is available from the seller, A&R PHOTO VIDEO INC. Sellers on our website are allowed to sell items at any price they feel is fair. The other reviewers may have purchased their cameras from other sellers. I hope this helps!
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It didn't appear to be gray market . This lens takes some of the most incredible pictures..... I have had several Canon Cameras and a number of different types of lenses. If I can only take one to a general gathering, this is the one I take. The little trip-pod was pretty useless, but I don't use tri-pods for the most part. The lens is light .... and costs much less than the other name brands
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I think may be a grey market product and not covered by USA Nikon. That is what happened to me when I went to register it. However the seller may warrant it. Ask before you buy. Good luck.
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I've had mine for almost a year and it works perfectly. My favorite lens thus far. As others have said, it's not used unless you're buying from a 3rd party seller that has it listed as used. Buying this lens directly from Amazon should give you a brand new, perfect condition lens.
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Good timing on your question, because DPReview.com JUST posted their review last week on that lens:http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/tamron_70-200_2p8_c16/Optically it appears to be quite good. AF is slow and noisy, but for 694 bucks at Amazon you can't beat the price if budget is a concern.
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usa warranty, we don't sell grey market, Canon will not fix grey market lenses if you face any problem in future
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Honestly, there are some available on ebay with buyer protection (but I understand why you would want to get it from the above places instead). The 70-200mm is a great lens, but if you have your heart set on this particular lens you should wait to get this one :)I just ordered one from ebay but I did my research on the seller first.
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I bought one with US warranty. I do not know if a gray market lens is available with international warranty. Check at large camera store web sites (like Adorama or B&H).
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My camera wasn't grey market. It was Nikon USA. Still having troubles with viewfinder focus. Camera is being repaired for the 3rd time. I have a feeling it still won't work properly.
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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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Yes this is a US market and not grey market. Here is from this add. Hope this helps and it is a great lens. Bob By purchasing Tamron products from an authorized dealer, you can ensure the quality of the product, which will be also covered by Tamron USA's Six-Year Limited Warranty, the only warranty accepted by Tamron USA, Inc. in the USA as of October 1, 2007. In addition, only Tamron products purchased from Amazon.com or another authorized Tamron dealer qualify for Tamron's mail-in rebate program.
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We do not sell any grey market merchandise. The camera is brand new from Nikon USA and it comes with a full one year warranty from Nikon USA.
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The one that I got was a grey market so I sent it right back. It was presented as a USA lens in the product description but Tamron wouldn't let me register it. I asked Amazon to make sure the company listed it correctly but that hasn't happened either. And Amazon is not a Tamron authorized seller. Buyer beware. I was very disappointed with Amazon.
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Yes to everything if bought new. The one I bought was a US lens with the 5 year warranty. The only difference between a gray market and a US lens is the warranty. 1 year and must be shipped to overseas repair center vs 5 yr US warranty at any repair center in the US.
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It sounds like a decent deal to me. It would, however, depend on the manufacturer and type of lenses that would come with it. Lenses can run in price from the inexpensive to the very expensive. Is this a camera where you know the person selling it or is it for sale from an advertisement? Is it being sold through a company or an individual? If it's a company, will they give you a warranty for some period of time? I doubt that you would be "taken to the cleaners"... and if the camera is clean and the deal legitimate, $250 is (in my estimation and by not having seen it in person) a better than average... but not a great deal! Hope I could be of some help. Best of luck to you! It sounds like a decent deal to me. It would, however, depend on the manufacturer and type of lenses that would come with it. Lenses can run in price from the inexpensive to the very expensive. Is this a camera where you know the person selling it or is it for sale from an advertisement? Is it being sold through a company or an individual? If it's a company, will they give you a warranty for some period of time? I doubt that you would be "taken to the cleaners"... and if the camera is clean and the deal legitimate, $250 is (in my estimation and by not having seen it in person) a... » Read More It sounds like a decent deal to me. It would, however, depend on the manufacturer and type of lenses that would come with it. Lenses can run in price from the inexpensive to the very expensive. Is this a camera where you know the person selling it or is it for sale from an advertisement? Is it being sold through a company or an individual? If it's a company, will they give you a warranty for some period of time? I doubt that you would be "taken to the cleaners"... and if the camera is clean and the deal legitimate, $250 is (in my estimation and by not having seen it in person) a better than average... but not a great deal! Hope I could be of some help. Best of luck to you! « 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