:::update:::
Well I'm still waiting for the camera from Ritz, so tonight on a whim I popped into Best Buy and asked them if they have the camera. Turns out they could order one and guarantee delivery by the 28th. I told them that Ritz offered me a promotion with purchase, and they matched (actually exceeded) it.
So now I'm getting my camera on the 28th, AND I am the proud owner of this.