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Old 13-11-2008, 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by wasyoungonce View Post
Andrew the d-d-photographics are "grey imports". This is not a problem if it doesn't break or you mod the camera front IR filter and you weigh this up against the fact you are getting a cheaper product .

But, due to the dollar down turn I have found that there is currently very little difference between "grey import stock prices" and Australian authorised products (although that said that price you stated is $100 Aust cheaper).
Absolutely.
I only quote d-d photographics as it's convenient to check prices online.
If I were in the market for a new camera I'd certainly shop around, I even haggle prices at places like Harvey Normans and Domayn because they are willing to match or come close to these grey import prices.
If they come close I wouldn't hesitate to buy from the main stores knowing they have good backup service.

It always pays to haggle.

Cheers.

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