I was soo excited. I'd searched and I'd searched for my camera. I read and I read. I looked and I looked for the best deal with what I thought I wanted. I found it and I ordered it.
(Keep in mind - this 'store' came highly recommended by numerous people who have purchased from them with no issues - I didn't randomly pick an internet store to purchase from.)
The store I ordered from called yesterday asking Jeremy if we were aware that the two lenses included in the deal were manual lenses rather than auto focus. The salesman and Jeremy agreed to take out both lenses and order ONE auto focus lens for an additional $50.
Jeremy called to tell me this. He was trying to do the right thing but he didn't know.
I called this 'store' and spoke to the salesman. The package I had selected had 1 manual lens and 1 auto focus lens. I thought I had 2 manual lenses, I didn't expect to have 2 auto focus lenses but, didn't realize what I did have until Jeremy told me about the new deal he'd made. The salesman sold Jeremy 1 auto focus lens and took one away from the package for an additional $50 charge. So now, I'd be getting 1 auto focus rather than the 1 auto and 1 manual in the original package...and paying an extra $50! No deal guy. Cancel my order please. The salesman comes back on the phone and says "Your order has been cancelled. Your credit card will not be charged. Good Luck finding it cheaper anywhere else!" and he hung up on me.
Also, in my reseach after the cancellation, I found this camera from this store, is what's called an import model. Meaning the US manufacturer's 5 year warranty is void. Isn't that nice!?!
I should have known this deal I found was too good to be true. I'm back on the hunt again. I've given up on the 'all inclusive made in China extra crap that's all gonna break in a week's time anyway' package. I'm going for the plain Jane, body, two lenses, camera bag package. And, I have re-learned some very valuable lessons, again. 1. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 2. Buy high end electronics from a reputable distributor approved by the manufacturer. Most importantly #3. Trust your damn instinct!
I'm sorry Gail :{ Thats a bummer.Well look at it this way you might be happier with just plain jane. I love my camera. For 119.99. It's a Kodak easy share
ReplyDeleteC533 that came with a docking system to charge it and print the pictures.Love It!!! Lori
Oh no! That sucks. And what a rude, rude man. I mean seriously, was that necessary? I'm glad you cancelled your order and I hope you find another deal soon!
ReplyDeleteGo to Norman Camera in GR (or kazoo if you happen to be down there) for your D60. (Good choice btw, I love mine.) Norman is the best camera place in western Michigan. They'll get you exactly what you need *and* teach you how to use it.
ReplyDeleteARGH! I had some similar frustration today. If only others could hold up their end of the bargain! I'm glad you found out now, though...imagine opening that package in a week or so! I hope you find the camera with the accessories you want sometime soon. You deserve it! Hang in there!
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