Sony HDR-SR11: Amazon is usually more expensive than the dodgy grey-market places, but I cannot believe it would be so far under the SOny price - what gives ?
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Looks to me like Amazon and Sony have it listed for the same price - $1,199.99
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This model is an improvement to the SDR-H18 and is still priced comparatively. I think Amazon.com made a mistake. It is listed on Bestbuy.com as a ccd.
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Not sure what Amazon's price was before with freebies, but I gather its price (compared with others on the Amazon site) reflects that the freebies aren't really free. On the 24th Sony Style store was selling it in store for 2200 with free financing options. Not sure about today.
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Yep...supply & demand. I almost bought it for $199 last week...guess I should have. It's not just Amazon, all the other venders are either out of stock, or have jacked the price way up. That's OK...I'll just wait for the Christmas shopping craze to pass...then I should be able to pick one up at a fair price.
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I noticed the same thing with the Canon S3 vs the S5. $688 for the S3 when the S5 is going for $319-349 from most vendors?? Does NOT make sense. They must be trying to reel in some sucker who thinks the older model is "better" and "rare." Just not true with cameras these days.I have also noticed that the "Buy New" crossed-out prices on many cameras are just flat wrong. They are listed as selling for several hundred dollars more than the MSRP. Then the amazon price is a "save this much" price, when actually it is the SAME price as all of the other vendors charge. Almost seems like false advertising. I noticed the same thing with the Canon S3 vs the S5. $688 for the S3 when the S5 is going for $319-349 from most vendors?? Does NOT make sense. They must be trying to reel in some sucker who thinks the older model is "better" and "rare." Just not true with cameras these days.I have also noticed that the "Buy New" crossed-out prices on many cameras are just flat wrong. They are listed as selling for several hundred dollars more than the MSRP. Then the amazon price is a "save this much" price, when actually it is the SAME price as all of... » Read More I noticed the same thing with the Canon S3 vs the S5. $688 for the S3 when the S5 is going for $319-349 from most vendors?? Does NOT make sense. They must be trying to reel in some sucker who thinks the older model is "better" and "rare." Just not true with cameras these days.I have also noticed that the "Buy New" crossed-out prices on many cameras are just flat wrong. They are listed as selling for several hundred dollars more than the MSRP. Then the amazon price is a "save this much" price, when actually it is the SAME price as all of the other vendors charge. Almost seems like false advertising. « Show Less
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Every authorized sony retailer is out of stock or backordered on this item, Amazon included. I would keep an eye out on Amazon, Adorama, and B&H.
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Yes I also noticed that. I had purchased this camera last month and returned mine for an exchange due to possibly being defective (after an email exchange with Canon support). Unfortunately they then emailed me that they no longer had it in stock and didn't know when they were going to get more. They could only offer me a refund. They finally showed it back in stock but then I was amazed at the price! I even emailed them to find out why but just got a non answer (to be expected I guess) about how their suppliers set the prices. As you say, this price is higher than Canons, so it makes you wonder what they are playing at. I guess they don't want anyone to buy it from them...! Yes I also noticed that. I had purchased this camera last month and returned mine for an exchange due to possibly being defective (after an email exchange with Canon support). Unfortunately they then emailed me that they no longer had it in stock and didn't know when they were going to get more. They could only offer me a refund. They finally showed it back in stock but then I was amazed at the price! I even emailed them to find out why but just got a non answer (to be expected I guess) about how their suppliers set the prices. As you say, this price is higher than Canons, so it makes you... » Read More Yes I also noticed that. I had purchased this camera last month and returned mine for an exchange due to possibly being defective (after an email exchange with Canon support). Unfortunately they then emailed me that they no longer had it in stock and didn't know when they were going to get more. They could only offer me a refund. They finally showed it back in stock but then I was amazed at the price! I even emailed them to find out why but just got a non answer (to be expected I guess) about how their suppliers set the prices. As you say, this price is higher than Canons, so it makes you wonder what they are playing at. I guess they don't want anyone to buy it from them...! « Show Less
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Amazon ratings are based on customer's reviews, not on professional analysis. Canon and Nikon are consistently seen as "the leaders" by the average photographer, although in my view their popular models are nothing to write home about. If you are a professional photographer and buy top of the line models, there is no doubt that Sony is not for you. But if you are like me, an enthusiast, GO FOR IT. Sony has excellent HD video performance AND autofocus in video so that I have put my camcorder to pasture. It has also some outstanding features in still camera mode, but you have to read the manual thoroughly. Viva Sony! Amazon ratings are based on customer's reviews, not on professional analysis. Canon and Nikon are consistently seen as "the leaders" by the average photographer, although in my view their popular models are nothing to write home about. If you are a professional photographer and buy top of the line models, there is no doubt that Sony is not for you. But if you are like me, an enthusiast, GO FOR IT. Sony has excellent HD video performance AND autofocus in video so that I have put my camcorder to pasture. It has also some outstanding features in still camera mode, but you have to... » Read More Amazon ratings are based on customer's reviews, not on professional analysis. Canon and Nikon are consistently seen as "the leaders" by the average photographer, although in my view their popular models are nothing to write home about. If you are a professional photographer and buy top of the line models, there is no doubt that Sony is not for you. But if you are like me, an enthusiast, GO FOR IT. Sony has excellent HD video performance AND autofocus in video so that I have put my camcorder to pasture. It has also some outstanding features in still camera mode, but you have to read the manual thoroughly. Viva Sony! « Show Less
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Amazon tends to raise their price autmatically (?) if there is more interests for the item. e.g. more clicks and page views increases the price. I think the price drop for a bit due the rumor that waterpoof version of this lense is going to be out soon. This is not a water-proof lense but a great one indeed.
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Ya know, I wonder if Amazon tracks the interest (no of hits) on an item, then raises the price temporarily because it "senses" pending purchases. Ya gotta believe they do this. Why else the $20 increase? Then again, why not a $50 increase?Hope you guys get your SR606 in time for Christmas. Don't let the $20 turn you off. This should be a really good system and you can make-up the $20 by purchasing your HDMI, etc cables at Monoprice.com (there's my Christmas present/tip to you both!).Tony
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Amazon tends to raise their price autmatically (?) if there is more interests for the item. e.g. more clicks and page views increases the price.I think the price drop for a bit due the rumor that waterpoof version of this lense is going to be out soon. This is not a water-proof lense but a great one indeed.
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E: Thanks for the reply. I also wrote Amazon, and they told me: "Many of the items listed on our website are covered by a manufacturer's warranty. This information should be listed in the owner's manual for the product." I explained what gray market meant in my inquiry, but obviously they don't get it at all. The price is so low that I assumed it was gray market. I agree with you--I would never buy a Nikon product from anyone other than Amazon directly.
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Typically from Amazon.com yes.But the resellers who sell on Amazon typically do not.I will say, those are VERY tempting prices tho!! I've had great luck with Amazon Warehouse Deals in the past as well as their fantastic return policy. Buy with confidence through Amazon.com the Seller.Amazing camera BTW...if you are looking for a great all around camera to do everything, this is NOT the camera for you. But if you're looking for a SERIOUS artist's tool capable of (IMO) beyond-full frame detail (I own a 6D as well as a DP1M), do not hesitate to purchase a Sigma Merrill series camera. It will change how you create photographic works of art.Happy shooting!! Typically from Amazon.com yes.But the resellers who sell on Amazon typically do not.I will say, those are VERY tempting prices tho!! I've had great luck with Amazon Warehouse Deals in the past as well as their fantastic return policy. Buy with confidence through Amazon.com the Seller.Amazing camera BTW...if you are looking for a great all around camera to do everything, this is NOT the camera for you. But if you're looking for a SERIOUS artist's tool capable of (IMO) beyond-full frame detail (I own a 6D as well as a DP1M), do not hesitate to purchase a Sigma Merrill series... » Read More Typically from Amazon.com yes.But the resellers who sell on Amazon typically do not.I will say, those are VERY tempting prices tho!! I've had great luck with Amazon Warehouse Deals in the past as well as their fantastic return policy. Buy with confidence through Amazon.com the Seller.Amazing camera BTW...if you are looking for a great all around camera to do everything, this is NOT the camera for you. But if you're looking for a SERIOUS artist's tool capable of (IMO) beyond-full frame detail (I own a 6D as well as a DP1M), do not hesitate to purchase a Sigma Merrill series camera. It will change how you create photographic works of art.Happy shooting!! « Show Less
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I am not sure but sometimes demand raises the price on items ... I paid around $130 for mine on amazon but a local camera company store was $250-$300. I guess I bought it when the price was right.
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It's always like this on amazon - I guess these TVs are like commodities to be traded - I am sure they are looking at prices every minute on an expensive set like this and will price to meet or slightly beat the competition. The good news is that prices keep coming down over the long haul.
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I even signed up for the Amazon store card so that I could get the not finance charge for 18 months. If I do get the set from Frys.com or Abes then I going to have to deal with the hassle of closing out the Amazon card too.I have bought a few cameras from Abes of maine. They did fine by me in the past. I'll have to check it out.Its funny they keep raising the price of the 46 and lowering the price of the 52inch. The 52 inch only by a $1 at a time though.Maybe they want to sell more 52s?
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I had received a email from Amazon Tuesday 8/23/11 advertising this TV for $598.00 at a whooping $11.00 savings, so I put it in my cart to purchase later this week. I was shocked to see today that the price jumped up this high (738.95) in one day! I did check with Sam's Club and they have them with free shipping for the $598.00 price. What is up with Amazon?