memobug
October 17th, 2002, 05:31 PM
After you've made the decision that an S2 is for you, how to go about acquiring one?
If you are lucky enough you can walk into a camera store and buy one off the shelf. Sound crazy? It has happened. This would give you the opportunity to check finish and focus before you walk out the door. The other day I bought an Nikon AFS 28-70 lens that squeaked. So much for "silent wave!" I was able to return it on the spot, and that could have taken a week or two by mail.
On the other hand, buying out of state may get the camera into your hands much sooner, and you may not have to pay sales tax.
Some other U.S. online sources for S2 equipment
Tallyn's (http://www.tallyns.com/TallDigHome.htm)
Ritz Camera (http://www.ritzcamera.com) No sales tax no matter where you live!
BH Photo Video (http://www.bhphoto.com)
Unique Photo (http://www.uniquephoto.com) Where I bought mine!
Calumet Photo Video (http://www.calumetphoto.com) Good people.
Beware the high pressure camera stores. I had one bad experience with a place on King's Highway that taught me a bunch about bait & switch and hidden shipping charges. Get a complete total with shipping handling & insurance before you provide a credit card number!
If you are brave enough to buy off e-bay - Read Tom Voegeli's post (http://theswampbbs.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=454#post454) first. Be sure you are getting everything you expect as some of the "North American" packages do not include accessories like the AC Charger or HyperCosmic Utility software that you might expect, and your warranty may not be worth much.
Pay by credit card, not ATM Check/Cash Card, and you will have more leverage.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
Where to Buy an S2 (http://theswampbbs.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=112)
If you are lucky enough you can walk into a camera store and buy one off the shelf. Sound crazy? It has happened. This would give you the opportunity to check finish and focus before you walk out the door. The other day I bought an Nikon AFS 28-70 lens that squeaked. So much for "silent wave!" I was able to return it on the spot, and that could have taken a week or two by mail.
On the other hand, buying out of state may get the camera into your hands much sooner, and you may not have to pay sales tax.
Some other U.S. online sources for S2 equipment
Tallyn's (http://www.tallyns.com/TallDigHome.htm)
Ritz Camera (http://www.ritzcamera.com) No sales tax no matter where you live!
BH Photo Video (http://www.bhphoto.com)
Unique Photo (http://www.uniquephoto.com) Where I bought mine!
Calumet Photo Video (http://www.calumetphoto.com) Good people.
Beware the high pressure camera stores. I had one bad experience with a place on King's Highway that taught me a bunch about bait & switch and hidden shipping charges. Get a complete total with shipping handling & insurance before you provide a credit card number!
If you are brave enough to buy off e-bay - Read Tom Voegeli's post (http://theswampbbs.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=454#post454) first. Be sure you are getting everything you expect as some of the "North American" packages do not include accessories like the AC Charger or HyperCosmic Utility software that you might expect, and your warranty may not be worth much.
Pay by credit card, not ATM Check/Cash Card, and you will have more leverage.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
Where to Buy an S2 (http://theswampbbs.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=112)