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Cheapest place to buy slr

  • 11-05-2009 11:31am
    #1
    TheDriver
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,621 ✭✭✭✭


    Hi All,
    Looked around at posts etc and can't find anything to say where is the best place to buy camera and lenses e.g. d60. Is buying off amazon etc a good bet or should we stick with brick shop?


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  • #2
    Rb
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,277 ✭✭✭✭Rb


    It depends.

    Do you need to talk to a sales person before buying and have access to after sales service? Then buy in a B&M store and pay the extra.

    If you don't, then buy online. Stick to the reputable sites though and also, cheapest does not always mean best, there's some sites that have really cheap prices but you'll never get your product :)


  • #3
    CabanSail
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    There are lots of threads on this subject if you have a look. None give just one answer.

    It all depends on what you expect & what you are looking for.

    I cannot really advise a good Bricks & Mortar shop which is close to "Drivers Seat" but if you are in Dublin I would suggest going to Gunn's in Wexford Street. They give excellent service & back up.

    Online you have to be aware of VAT etc. if you buy from a supplier outside Europe. On past posts it seems that a lot of people get a bill to pay it, so best to calculate it into the price.

    Many people look at Jessops & Calumet for gear, this can be online or by taking a trip up north. Amazon is now supplying to Ireland, but this is only recent so not heard many experiences with them yet.


  • #4
    TheDriver
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,621 ✭✭✭✭TheDriver


    Thanks, I came across threads regarding suppliers but none seem to give an overall view. Don't need to talk to someone as use a d60 at work and friends into photography both highly dedicated amateur and professional so cheap. Amazon looks best as I am in Cork so North is a long way, seems I could get a D60 with VR kit lens from amazon delivered for 420 euro. Thanks for the info!


  • #5
    TPD
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,814 ✭✭✭TPD


    I got my D40 on amazon, was handy as I got a lowepro bag which is a perfect fit, and a high speed memory card too. They were all reccommended items when I was getting the camera.


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