When is the 20mm version going to be in-stock I've pre-ordered from Amazon already but wondering when they might have them in stock, i.e. before Xmas? Could someone confirm.(Btw who are these people taking advantage of the low availability to sell it for $300 more! I understand supply and demand but this is almost a scam.) When is the 20mm version going to be in-stock I've pre-ordered from Amazon already but wondering when they might have them in stock, i.e. before Xmas? Could someone confirm.(Btw who... » Read More When is the 20mm version going to be in-stock I've pre-ordered from Amazon already but wondering when they might have them in stock, i.e. before Xmas? Could someone confirm.(Btw who are these people taking advantage of the low availability to sell it for $300 more! I understand supply and demand but this is almost a scam.) « Show Less
502018
I had the same issues finding the camera until I made some calls to an LA based camera store, Sammy's Camera. Their website lists the GF1 with 20mm lens as back ordered however when I called, a salesman actually checked and said they did have a few. So I called their mail order number and sure enough, I was able to buy one. Not sure how many more they have but whoever reads this first and wants one may be lucky. Just a thought, if the guy who answers the phone says they are out of stock, have him double check because when I first called I was told it was out of stock. Good luck!
502019
The GF1 20mm kit lists as available (ships 3-5 days, with free shipping) direct from Panasonic. I'm not sure if links to other retailers are allowed in amazon discussions so I'm hesitant to post it, but it is there. I am waiting for amazon because Panasonic charges sales tax in California and that's nearly a 10% addition to the final price -- even so, I'm tempted to order it direct as the waiting is getting old and I would really like to have the camera before Christmas, which is looking more and more unlikely.
502020
I ended up going with Cameraland (check them out on eBay). Quite a bit less and I got it Christmas day!
502021
As of 12/16/09, you can buy the 20mm GF1 at Panasonic.com, but it's listing a January ship date. Amazon keeps moving their in-stock date (set for 12/17 now, but we'll see). As of this moment, there's one 14-45mm GF1 in stock at TriState, but good luck finding the 20mm pancake lens.
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Lucky you, I tried endlessly yo put my order this weekend, but couldn't! Now it's again on pre-order status... not in-stock! I really really hope my MBA (which I already placed as pre-order) will arrive on time... waiting anxiously!
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Amazon tends to raise their price autmatically (?) if there is more interests for the item. e.g. more clicks and page views increases the price.I think the price drop for a bit due the rumor that waterpoof version of this lense is going to be out soon. This is not a water-proof lense but a great one indeed.
1076802
They cancelled my order today. I bought mine for 99.99, and it's up for sale for $129 now. So it's available but just not at the price they quoted me weeks ago??!?!? What the hell? Thanks Amazon for making my Xmas shopping more complicated!
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looks like this bad boy is already in consumers hands overseas. I pre-ordered mine... I really would like to see the delivery date move closer, i am paying for overnight shipping to make sure I have it for a memorial weekend trip!!! come on Kodak... come on amazon!!! i really want this new gadget!Many of the sites now list the release date as May 11th... actually ship by may 11th... I hope that Amazon gets 'em out fast.
982111
I ordered mine on January 15th and haven't heard a peep from Amazon. It used to be that they were good about being able to get new release items out in a competitive manner. It now appears that they have lost whatever edge they might have had. If I see one locally, I will buy it and will cancel my Amazon order.
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It says "sold out" but it's really just available for pre-order. From reading various websites, it looks like it's going to be available early next year some time (Feb?). If you can wait, it's probably worth waiting for. I really want one for Christmas though, so I'm thinking about getting the original version. It seems to get great reviews!
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Whoa, buying and having it shipped straight from Hong Kong? Did you ever do that in the states or only in the UK? BTW, thanks for the great posts Mark, they're turning out to be very very helpful. I am currently shopping around for a telephoto and have to make a decision soon about the aperture f/4 or f/2.8, the $$ i want to spend on it and whether I want IS or not. You may be able to help with the $$ on the Hong Kong issue. Thanks again! Nino
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Well, that's it for me. Just got another notice that the shipment date has been pushed back to 4 Sep 06. Thanks for the tip about Adorama. I'm going to check out their seller rating/prices. I'm really irritated with Amazon right now since I ordered this camera from them (not a vendor) at a good sale price. About $750 for the camera body with both lenses. Of course, that doesn't mean much if they don't ship the camera. The aggravation of waiting over two months isn't worth it. And of course, the page still states that Amazon ships in 1-2 weeks.
296688
BUMP. Same question. I've been waiting awhile to get even a tiny camcorder b/c I figure wait as long as you can, then buy what's current. Some stuff I'll want to do, not sure if I can wait any longer than mid April. Anyone from Amazon please comment...
36464
Two questions. Does anyone know how long it usually stays out of stock? Or does it just come back at random? Anyone know if there is a way i can be notified when it comes NEW back in stock? Any help would be great. Thanks.
1076803
I ordered one on Nov.30..I got a similar story.I`m not really in any hurry.Yea,I`d like it sooner,but no big deal.Amazon has worked out well for other purchases.I`m just hoping it works out OK.It`s always tough when you have to wait. Update: I got the same story as Steve. Would have been nice,but I`ll pick out something else.
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I would like to know when the camera will be released and if I pre-order it, what happens if other web-sites sell it sell for less money. Here's another angle; What if I pre-order it now on here for $499 that is the current price and then the price drops at release time? I would dearly like to try this camera out to see if it is as good as they say it is. I have a Kodak Z980 which has a great 24x zoom but the 30x plus the other neat features will be very tempting if they are for real. The low light capabilities alone are interesting. (My Kodak Z980 is not too bad at low light but I will take any improvement I can get!)Does anyone have any idea when it will be released? I would like to know when the camera will be released and if I pre-order it, what happens if other web-sites sell it sell for less money. Here's another angle; What if I pre-order it now on here for $499 that is the current price and then the price drops at release time? I would dearly like to try this camera out to see if it is as good as they say it is. I have a Kodak Z980 which has a great 24x zoom but the 30x plus the other neat features will be very tempting if they are for real. The low light capabilities alone are interesting. (My Kodak Z980 is not too bad at low light but I... » Read More I would like to know when the camera will be released and if I pre-order it, what happens if other web-sites sell it sell for less money. Here's another angle; What if I pre-order it now on here for $499 that is the current price and then the price drops at release time? I would dearly like to try this camera out to see if it is as good as they say it is. I have a Kodak Z980 which has a great 24x zoom but the 30x plus the other neat features will be very tempting if they are for real. The low light capabilities alone are interesting. (My Kodak Z980 is not too bad at low light but I will take any improvement I can get!)Does anyone have any idea when it will be released? « Show Less
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I notice that Amazon has two vendors selling the Mark IV for $6600. I am a big Amazon Fan however I believe they do themselves a disservice by listing Scalpers (neither of which I've ever heard of) selling the product at $1600. above suggested retail. Three months from now they'll be selling for $200.00 below suggested retail. In any event I am patiently waiting for my number to come up. Sure would like to hear from others on the "Wait" list and those with recent arrivals.
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Thanks for the input and advice. I'm new to high-end(expensive) digital camera market. I realized after I posted this question that the camera is sold out or otherwise unavailable now and it could take a month or two to get one even if I ordered today. I'll definitely look into buying one in the next few months.
603044
I've had it in sitting in my cart for a couple of weeks waiting to order it & it still says:"Not in stock; order now and we'll deliver when available". Does ANYONE have ANY idea when it will be in stock?
822352
I spoke with a local photography shop today, and they said the ship date was 5/1, which mean that they would have in stock a few days later. I also called Adorama and spoke with a sales representative who quoted me the 5/1 date. So all of the press has said April availability, but that doesn't seem to be the case in the US. I'm going to call B&H; tomorrow, just to be sure, but otherwise it looks like we will all be sitting back and waiting another month.