Author Topic: Insane Deal: Nikon D610 Full Frame Camera, 50mm Lens, and More For $897  (Read 4667 times)

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https://tristatecamera.com/product/Nikon_D610_24_3_Megapixel_FX_Format_Digital_SLR_Body_1540_D610_.html

This store sells the body itself for $699.99, @Something Fishy Would you recommend paying $196 for the lens that B&H bundles, or buy just the body and choose your own lense?

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https://tristatecamera.com/product/Nikon_D610_24_3_Megapixel_FX_Format_Digital_SLR_Body_1540_D610_.html

This store sells the body itself for $699.99, @Something Fishy Would you recommend paying $196 for the lens that B&H bundles, or buy just the body and choose your own lense?
Good find, I would say to upgrade to the F1.4 if it's about $300 wonder what @Something Fishy has to say
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https://tristatecamera.com/product/Nikon_D610_24_3_Megapixel_FX_Format_Digital_SLR_Body_1540_D610_.html

This store sells the body itself for $699.99, @Something Fishy Would you recommend paying $196 for the lens that B&H bundles, or buy just the body and choose your own lense?
keep in mind the negative reviews on the store check Google maps. Seems like they're not an official dealer for a lot of their products

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https://tristatecamera.com/product/Nikon_D610_24_3_Megapixel_FX_Format_Digital_SLR_Body_1540_D610_.html

This store sells the body itself for $699.99, @Something Fishy Would you recommend paying $196 for the lens that B&H bundles, or buy just the body and choose your own lense?

Rule of thumb: if anyone is selling a camera or lens for more than around $20 less than Amazon/B&H/Adorama, don't touch it with a 10-foot tripod.

(Obvious exception is a clearly authorized dealer running an exclusive deal, such as a B&H-only instant rebate.)
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Rule of thumb: if anyone is selling a camera or lens for more than around $20 less than Amazon/B&H/Adorama, don't touch it with a 10-foot tripod.

(Obvious exception is a clearly authorized dealer running an exclusive deal, such as a B&H-only instant rebate.)
It's a local store though, what can go wrong if they are not an authorized seller?

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It's a local store though, what can go wrong if they are not an authorized seller?

At best you'd have a camera with no warranty. At worst (and this is more common than you think) they'll screw around with you for a month and may or may not ship you a camera.

Obviously there are lots of in-between scenarios, but the moral of the story is that it isn't worth it to go with shady dealers just to save a few bucks.
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It's a local store

Oh and BTW - this is exactly the reason why you SHOULD avoid them. Google "shady NYC camera stores", and make sure to have a hard bag handy.
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The key is to shop at authorized dealers - and find that info at the manufacturer's website, not the store's.
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Oh and BTW - this is exactly the reason why you SHOULD avoid them. Google "shady NYC camera stores", and make sure to have a hard bag handy.
This is the store
Doesn't get more shady

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would a 40-150mm lens suffice or would you need something better?

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https://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=114053.msg2250308#msg2250308
i didnt notice that
im just surprised @Something Fishy said it was a good deal and its still around for such a longtime...

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would a 40-150mm lens suffice or would you need something better?

You want 400-600 for real good wildlife photography, especially on full frame. But not everyone wants to carry that weight or spend on that...
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i didnt notice that
im just surprised @Something Fishy said it was a good deal and its still around for such a longtime...

Call it great value rather than great deal then lol
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