Any thoughts on where to purchase Nikon gear? Nikon vs. B&H vs. Adorama, etc.?
Thank you in advance!
Thank you in advance!
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If you have a relatively local camera store that might be a good option. B&H has a credit card that has a feature where they cover the sales tax which could be a great advantage depending upon the sales tax rates where you live. Adorama may have a similar arrangement. If you are lucky (like me) and live close enough to B&H's store that would be the place to go. Great sales people, zero pressure they don't work on commission. They have pretty much all the cameras and lens in the store and you can play around. Bring memory cards with you and don't forget to take them out of the cameras when you leave.Any thoughts on where to purchase Nikon gear? Nikon vs. B&H vs. Adorama, etc.?
Thank you in advance!
While I like the idea of using my local camera shop, it’s hard for me to pass up the savings on New York State sales tax (8.75%) provided by the B&H Payboo card, especially for big ticket items like camera bodies and lenses. Consequently, I purchase almost all of my equipment from B&H, which also has stellar service. I’ve always had great experiences using this retailer.Any thoughts on where to purchase Nikon gear? Nikon vs. B&H vs. Adorama, etc.?
Thank you in advance!
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I tend to use B&H since I can save on the sales tax, although I also purchase from a local camera shop, YM Camera in Ohio, to give them business and get more of a personal touch. Sadly, there just aren't many camera shops around anymore.Any thoughts on where to purchase Nikon gear? Nikon vs. B&H vs. Adorama, etc.?
Thank you in advance!
I agree about using a local dealer. For me, in Canada just outside of Toronto, my dealer has been very helpful and I trust his recommendations. He runs a one-man shop and is always willing to take time to discuss anything I bring to him. As to B&H, this is a holy temple of camera equipment and when I travel to NYC, I always make a point of going there: excellent support, competitive pricing, and a good selection of gear across a range of prices. They have always taken my questions seriously and have been very helpful. They appear to really know what they are talking about and they appear to be well trained in their particular areas.If you have a relatively local camera store that might be a good option. B&H has a credit card that has a feature where they cover the sales tax which could be a great advantage depending upon the sales tax rates where you live. Adorama may have a similar arrangement. If you are lucky (like me) and live close enough to B&H's store that would be the place to go. Great sales people, zero pressure they don't work on commission. They have pretty much all the cameras and lens in the store and you can play around. Bring memory cards with you and don't forget to take them out of the cameras when you leave.