Does anyone know if this item is a model intended for the US market or is it an "import" or grey market model?
1105843
I own one and assume it was intended for the American market. However I bought it at an unusually good price and I have sen no further ads for it. Still, a nice little camera and new lenses keep coming out.
1105844
Nikons are very popular cameras. The V1 is part of the 1 series. A fairly new Nikon brand but very good. I've used mine to shoot sport photography. It has worked out very well. However once, after a full day of shooting, it got hot and stopped working but after an hour or so it was fine again.
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This depends upon the actual supplier/seller. Some sources, selling through Amazon, may offer "grey market" product. This is normally noted in the item description, as is a "USA Warranty". Be sure to read the item description/features closely. If nothing is said, call the vendor. Even large suppliers like B&H; and Adorama can offer both versions.
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I received a USA lens, I know because I registered it with the manufacturer. You can check if it is imported or USA by contacting the manufacturer with the serial number at this page: http://www.tamron-usa.com/lenses/gray_market.php Hope this helps!
1235193
The item is a Christmas gift for my son, and I sure hope it is a non-grey market item. Sorry that I cannot be of more help.
276134
This is a Nikon USA. I bought mine last year. Grey market product are not under Nikon warranty in USA.
290128
any difference? why should I get US version instead of import? (or vice versa)
1212624
Its only Gen 1 (and Made in China to start with) so while the US do have some anally retentive export laws, getting it posted or carried as checked baggage this shouldn't be problem. Most online sellers (like Amazon) refuse to export items like this to either avoid 'stepping on' another distributor's patch, or because they can't be bothered doing the paperwork that each specific item or category might require. Note the Gen 1 is still 'restricted export' to a bunch of listed countries (basically all the dodgy ones like Afghanistan, Iraq etc) so as discussed, as long as your living or going anywhere normal you should be fine. Its only Gen 1 (and Made in China to start with) so while the US do have some anally retentive export laws, getting it posted or carried as checked baggage this shouldn't be problem. Most online sellers (like Amazon) refuse to export items like this to either avoid 'stepping on' another distributor's patch, or because they can't be bothered doing the paperwork that each specific item or category might require. Note the Gen 1 is still 'restricted export' to a bunch of listed countries (basically all the dodgy ones like Afghanistan, Iraq etc) so as discussed, as long as your living or going... » Read More Its only Gen 1 (and Made in China to start with) so while the US do have some anally retentive export laws, getting it posted or carried as checked baggage this shouldn't be problem. Most online sellers (like Amazon) refuse to export items like this to either avoid 'stepping on' another distributor's patch, or because they can't be bothered doing the paperwork that each specific item or category might require. Note the Gen 1 is still 'restricted export' to a bunch of listed countries (basically all the dodgy ones like Afghanistan, Iraq etc) so as discussed, as long as your living or going anywhere normal you should be fine. « Show Less
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It's an American based company but I believe they have it imported. As for country I'm not sure. This caught my eye because of the price point and how nice it looked.
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Jose,I have no reason to believe it is not US. I don't have the original box or papers but I'm pretty sure it is not gray market. Are you looking for one? If you are interested contact me at gieddys@yahoo.com. I bought it for a trip and now do not really need it.Craig
726053
This is made for the USA market. NOT "grey market". Not made in the USA. I think the warranty is the standard USA warranty. - one year.
1906803
They look like the same to me in functionality. I chose the one eligible to ship outside the US. More a practical choice than technical comparison.
290130
Appericate your imput Erik, really would rather know Amazon's policy from them concering USA versus import issues.... Thanks though. Amazon's price is between internet retailers like B&H;, $2700 which is a USA model & some of the bottom feeders @ $1600 for imports. Seems Amazon would make this just a bit clearer for us, so with that said, no deal untill they step up or buy from a provider with assurances.... Oh yea, just talking about D700, body only with all the usual accessories that would come with the purchase, strap, battery & so on....
1361703
as i understand grey market it is a sale without the backing of the original company. in this case tokina. this looks legit to me and all warranties should apply.
1397913
I believe that is a mistake, it is the new version. However, using the SLR camera market as an reference, this item is "grey" market. That is, it is a product manufactured for the Chinese market, not the the US market. This matters to Apple, who will not allow the US AppleCare to used with it. At least, this was my experience.
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Mine appears to be for the American market and I like it works good so I can't complain that said go for it.
2283910
Amazon does not source gray market items, so it would come with a USA Warranty. However, if you are buying from any other sellers make sure you verify.
2187750
Depends on the vendor. I would suggest checking the vendors notes under the "Other buying options" link for the product because that will tell you if the vendor is in the US or international.