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My other half is beginning to dabble in semi pro photography and is thinking about trading up from her 40d.
A couple of her better lenses are compatible.
Body only online ranges from 18-2300. Slrhut and procamerashop appear to be cheapest but they are "imports" by the looks of things. Aren't they all?!!
Where should she be buying?
A couple of her better lenses are compatible.
Body only online ranges from 18-2300. Slrhut and procamerashop appear to be cheapest but they are "imports" by the looks of things. Aren't they all?!!
Where should she be buying?
.Www.camerapricebuster.com or www.flashcamera.co.UK
the latter is US stock but recognised by Canon UK as a UK supplier, therefore warranty is fine. I bought my 5D2 there.
the latter is US stock but recognised by Canon UK as a UK supplier, therefore warranty is fine. I bought my 5D2 there.
Edited by JulianHJ on Monday 7th January 22:36
RobDickinson said:
If its for comercial use buy from a registered canon reseller in the UK with full warranty and ability to be used for CPS.
This, possibly, but bear in mind to be accepted you need at least 2 qualifying bodies and 3 qualifying lenses.https://cps.canon-europe.com/
Or at least appear to have 2 bodies and 3 lenses that qualify.
As an aside it's interesting that the 6D only gets you in for Silver level. To be expected I suppose.
RobDickinson said:
If its for comercial use buy from a registered canon reseller in the UK with full warranty and ability to be used for CPS.
I got mine from Kerso (Flash Camera) and CPS are happy with it. Ian is a good guy too.If you'd prefer a proper shop give the guys at The Flash Centre a bell, they're a good bunch and whilst not the cheapest you get great service.
JulianHJ said:
I was a bit disappointed that my camera was split from a kit, but in reality that's no big deal. Park Cameras have done similar when my wife bought a 40D. I would still consider Kerso for my next purchase.
Standard stuff when you're buying cheap, it also gives other customers the opportunity to buy a cheap 24-105.Well this has turned in to a right ballache.
So, my other half emailed flashcamera, but the response she got looked like it was fromn a phished account and was about bank transfers so she was a little unsure.
Went to WEX as that was where she had bought everything previously. One appeared in their bargain basement section at £2000 as a restocked item. She wanted to check that it was fully warranted and could be used with the aforementioned CPS service. She got an email back confirming that it was in good condition and would have a full EU warranty.
A couple of days later it arrived... opening the box, there was an envelope inside from the previous purchaser stating that there was sensor damage to the camera. OH powered it up, took a picture, and there it was! Sensor gubbed. She was furious!!
So she emailed them to say that she would be returning the item and wanted to know why it hadn't been checked when she had specifically asked that it was in good condition - and why was sensitive customer information left in there as well? Standard response of "we will come and collect them item and arrange a refund"..
She had asked that it was collected from my work address this Tuesday but also asked to speak to a manager to complain about the issues. FedEx arrived today (not Tuesday) to collect the camera and were told to come back tomorrow... She called again today to enquire as to when someone would call her back and to ensure fedex would be out tommorow. When she explained the situation the guy on the other end of the phone said something along the lines of "oh, has that happened again?".
So finally late afternoon she got a call from someone at WEX - who said that they had been having this problem with the returns team for a while and that this had happened before.. and basically that it wasn't his fault, move along! Then he said that we wouldn't be able to find another one for 2000 so she had got a good deal?!
What are your thoughts? anyone had similar experience. She never wants to go back!
So, my other half emailed flashcamera, but the response she got looked like it was fromn a phished account and was about bank transfers so she was a little unsure.
Went to WEX as that was where she had bought everything previously. One appeared in their bargain basement section at £2000 as a restocked item. She wanted to check that it was fully warranted and could be used with the aforementioned CPS service. She got an email back confirming that it was in good condition and would have a full EU warranty.
A couple of days later it arrived... opening the box, there was an envelope inside from the previous purchaser stating that there was sensor damage to the camera. OH powered it up, took a picture, and there it was! Sensor gubbed. She was furious!!
So she emailed them to say that she would be returning the item and wanted to know why it hadn't been checked when she had specifically asked that it was in good condition - and why was sensitive customer information left in there as well? Standard response of "we will come and collect them item and arrange a refund"..
She had asked that it was collected from my work address this Tuesday but also asked to speak to a manager to complain about the issues. FedEx arrived today (not Tuesday) to collect the camera and were told to come back tomorrow... She called again today to enquire as to when someone would call her back and to ensure fedex would be out tommorow. When she explained the situation the guy on the other end of the phone said something along the lines of "oh, has that happened again?".
So finally late afternoon she got a call from someone at WEX - who said that they had been having this problem with the returns team for a while and that this had happened before.. and basically that it wasn't his fault, move along! Then he said that we wouldn't be able to find another one for 2000 so she had got a good deal?!
What are your thoughts? anyone had similar experience. She never wants to go back!
Chucklehead said:
What are your thoughts?
Did she buy just the body or a with a kit lens?£2k sounds far far too cheap for my liking but buying from a reputable supplier you would expect that everything would be checked.
What I fail to understand is how could a company accept a return (presumably as faulty goods) then just send it straight back out again without it being checked?
I think I would be kicking off.
Personally, irrespective of previous good service, the service on this occasion stinks, and the mannerism from what you've said was spoken, would have me seriously worried WEX aren't doing well.
Why have standards slipped?
Why the unapologetic response?
Nevertheless, get a refund and move on to another reseller.
If price is key, as in don't want to go over the £2K mark, then you can pick up a new 5D III from Panamoz for £1755 (depending on how you feel about saving £100 doing a bank transfer).
Aside from being a grey import, the difference could be pocketed, (part) fund a lens you've always fancied having, or an extended warranty - inc lens ones ( http://www.onestop-digital.com/index.php?dispatch=...).
Why have standards slipped?
Why the unapologetic response?
Nevertheless, get a refund and move on to another reseller.
If price is key, as in don't want to go over the £2K mark, then you can pick up a new 5D III from Panamoz for £1755 (depending on how you feel about saving £100 doing a bank transfer).
Aside from being a grey import, the difference could be pocketed, (part) fund a lens you've always fancied having, or an extended warranty - inc lens ones ( http://www.onestop-digital.com/index.php?dispatch=...).
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