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    Online Stores .. how reliable

    Just wanted to know if any of you Nikon User purchase there Nikon (D200) from the online stores.

    If so, are they trust worthy that you will get a new in the box Nikon product.

    I am in the market for a D200 any advice as to best prices, service, etc will be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks.

    GIban

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    Re: Online Stores .. how reliable

    I use www.beachcamera.com. I have bought 2 Minolta Maxxum 7's and an Olympus E-500 from them. I find them to be very trust worthy and good shippers. They sell only USA warranted products and have free shipping and the lowest prices for new equipment that I have seen. Some scammers have cheaper prices listed, but they after all they are scammers and Beach is not.

    I have also used B&H, and Ritz. Both are highly recomended.
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    Re: Online Stores .. how reliable

    I've used B&H quite a bit. They're great - except that they're so big that sometimes it's hard to get a just-released new item. This isn't the case with the D200 and I'd be really surprised if it wasn't in stock. The owner of B&H even posts here from time to time. There's a camera dealer feedback forum on this site too.

    This site can get credit for your purchase and it won't cost you a cent if you use the tab at the top of this screen that says SHOP in red letters. Click on Partner Stores, then B&H. As long as you buy thru this link the site gets a couple bucks, and like I said it won't cost you anymore than not doing it.

    B&H is the only one on that list that I've used, but note that they're closed until Monday. Same with Adorama, another good supplier. Calumet may be a little more expensive but they'll be open. So will Roberts Imaging in Indianapolis.

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    Re: Online Stores .. how reliable

    There are great online stores, and there are evil online stores. Some of the biggest, Adorama and B&H, are great. But there are all kinds of online dealers that specialize in bait-and-switch tactics. The best thing to do is not shop by price, instead, shop by dealer reputation. Take a look at our Dealer Feedback Forum and the dealer ratings in our reviews section. Those resources will steer you to dealers that are safe.

    I buy most of my equipment online.
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    Re: Online Stores .. how reliable

    Bought my d80 on ebay from authorized dealer..cameta camera...excellant service.
    If you do ebay make sure they are an authorized dealer for usa.
    Do follow Photo-John's advice and look at the dealer feedback forum and reviews.
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