Buying a camera online

[dreamer420]

I am a beginner photographer and I am looking to upgrade my camera from a MInolta QTsi to a Canon Rebel T2. Due to where I live there are no camera shops anywhere near me. Any suggestions on where to buy one online?

Thanks!!!!

jill

 

[hobbes28]

Follow any of the links on the tops and bottoms of any/all of our pages.

 

[terri]

It's a shame there's no where for you to even go look, just to be able to hold one and make a good decision. Consider what you'll be shooting when you consider lenses. There are several good places to buy online. Check the links right here from good ol' TPF. Try B&H; I can personally attest to good selection and decent prices, good shipping. The other links here are worth a look, but I can't say what all is available at: Adorama and Freestyle.

Do a little online research once you've found something you think you might like, before taking the plunge. THEN come back here and click the links before you buy!

 

[terri]

Hobbes, are we shameless promoters? :blushing:

 

[STILLALIVE]

EBAY DUDE EBAY

 

[rangefinder]

There are several really good places on line, and there are some places to avoid like the plague. We have only one camera store in town and it leaves some to be desired.

I've used four places consistantly over the years, received great service and never had a problem.

www.bhphotovideo.com

www.porters.com

www.freestylephoto.biz

www.adorama.com

 

[amoki]

BHPhotovideo, Freestyle, and Adorama definitely. I don't know about any other site, but these 3 sites have been known to be quite reliable, at least around here.

My personal experience with BH Photo Video was excellent - International Order, and it went without a hitch... no extra "handling fee" too. I've heard things about Adorama that is worth your concern given that Texas is far from NY . Freestyle? I was interested in them a while ago, friendly sales staff. Sales never took off though because I was overwhelmed by the website navigation... or maybe it's just that the store has too much to offer

If you decided to get anything cheaper than the price offered in these stores i.e you want to take a risk buying products under M.A.P/Standard pricing and risk getting grey market imports, suggest you use this website to check out stores you are interested in:

http://www.resellerratings.com

Good luck with your camera!

 

[Islair]

I bought my 20D from amazon.com. Listed a whole bunch of shops that had it for sale. Picked out the best deal and went from there. Fast shipping and an easy transaction. :thumbup: