Lens Color, White or Gray I've noticed the lens is bright white in all the advertisements, although I've also seen it in a shade of gray or putty as described in the customer images. Is this an imported or gray market lens? Should I be concerned about the color? Thanks in advance for any help....Jay Lens Color, White or Gray I've noticed the lens is bright white in all the advertisements, although I've also seen it in a shade of gray or putty as described in the customer images. Is... » Read More Lens Color, White or Gray I've noticed the lens is bright white in all the advertisements, although I've also seen it in a shade of gray or putty as described in the customer images. Is this an imported or gray market lens? Should I be concerned about the color? Thanks in advance for any help....Jay « Show Less
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"gray market" doesn't have anything to do with the color of the lens, at least in this case. It just means that it's not sold with the USA warranty. Check out Adorama's FAQ for more info http://www.adorama.com/catalog.tpl?op=FAQ#Grey%20Market%20Information:
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The Canon lenses are a grayish greenish putty color, not bright white like the Minoltas and Sony's. The pictures have been brightened up to look more appealing.
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yes, they make it look white in most photos you see of the lenses. In reality it is not flat white like it would appear. its more like yellowbrownolivewhite. At first I thought i was buying a knockoff or import or something. but no, the color reproduction on web is not representative of the len's true color. This is normal....P.S. the do make various covers and protective coatings of different textures and colors. look around.
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i personally like the dirty-off-white putty color of canon's L telephoto lenses... it looks more solid than the pure white plasticky color of sony SAL's.
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Both my lenses are an off white or grayish and were bought from a reputable seller, B and H Photo. Don't worry about the color and purchase your lens from an honest seller. An honest seller will be upfront about selling grey market lenses.
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Mine does not appear to be gray market. It was however shipped in a box for the body and lens kit with the lens removed. That is it appeared to be a package that was broken up and sold sepatately.
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My best guess is that it's a grey market lens. Several of those companies sell them at very low prices. Be careful as they don't have US warranties. A quick google of the business name will usually tell you what you need. A good price just as long as you never need service. If you do, you're screwed.
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Since it is translucent, it gives the appearance of grayish/silver, I would say. It is very nice. I highly recommend it. Actually, white/frost is a pretty good description.
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The Tamron 90mm macro lens that I purchased through Amazon came with a USA warranty. It was not a gray market item. Some dealers may or may not sell gray market goods but a reputable dealer should give you the choice.
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A White Box lens is not Grey Market. In fact Grey Market lenses will typically be in Canon Boxes just like USA lenses. The white box lenses are pulled from camera kits. For example a store might get a 5DIII kit with the 24-105 lens and then take out the lens to sell both items separately. If the original kit was a USA kit then the white box lens from it will be covered under USA warranty as well.You can always contact the seller through amazon and ask them if it is a USA version with USA warranty. If they tell you it is then you should be fine. If a seller misrepresents the item in any way, Amazon always takes buyer's side and makes sure you get your money back. A White Box lens is not Grey Market. In fact Grey Market lenses will typically be in Canon Boxes just like USA lenses. The white box lenses are pulled from camera kits. For example a store might get a 5DIII kit with the 24-105 lens and then take out the lens to sell both items separately. If the original kit was a USA kit then the white box lens from it will be covered under USA warranty as well.You can always contact the seller through amazon and ask them if it is a USA version with USA warranty. If they tell you it is then you should be fine. If a seller misrepresents the item... » Read More A White Box lens is not Grey Market. In fact Grey Market lenses will typically be in Canon Boxes just like USA lenses. The white box lenses are pulled from camera kits. For example a store might get a 5DIII kit with the 24-105 lens and then take out the lens to sell both items separately. If the original kit was a USA kit then the white box lens from it will be covered under USA warranty as well.You can always contact the seller through amazon and ask them if it is a USA version with USA warranty. If they tell you it is then you should be fine. If a seller misrepresents the item in any way, Amazon always takes buyer's side and makes sure you get your money back. « Show Less
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Greetings , Thank you for your interest in ordering from our company and for contacting us regarding your concerns. Please be advised, the Canon 55-250mm lens you are inquiring about is Brand New, never used . In addition it is a white box lens , and is removed from an original camera kit to be able to offer you a better deal on it and therefore is in a white box. As always, your satisfaction is our ultimate goal and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us again.
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green before the auto shade kicks in. Then it's like any other lense. it is shade 10 I believe. Whatever the description says on the page is what I received.
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The international means the item may not be covered under the US warranty because it comes directly from Japan. I purchased this lens and it came in a plane white box but it is BRAND NEW and it works beautifully. If you ever have to send in for a warranty issue they will see that the serial number is coming from Japan and may not be covered. For $100.00 less I'm not concerned about this as I have tested the lens as soon as I received it and it woks perfect so I won't be damaging it, I am very careful with my equipment. Hope that helps.
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To the best of my knowledge, it basically means that the lens was part of a bundle from Japan, including camera, lens, accessories,etc. The bundle is broken up and each item is sold separately when it arrives in the U.S. The white box is proof of this. However, they are brand new and work perfectly. I am quite pleased with mine, and the $100 savings makes it well worth it.
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It looks like they used the wrong image when they did the ad. They seem to have 2 or 3 ads for that lens. I do love mine it OS a great walk around lens.
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When I select the white option, the description says that "Optical White / Charcoal Gray" and that is what is shipped to me. It is not blue, like it shows in the picture.
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The lens I got from "Another Deal Site" was Gray Market as confirmed by Tamron-usa customer service. It has no warranty and Tamron-usa will not repair it. So, buy at your own risk. I have also talked to Amazon Customer service and they are looking into it. This lens sells for $749 on B&H; (US warranty) so you have to decide if the warranty and support is worth the extra $180.
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Made in Japan. For some reason mine is light gray. Don't let that get in you way. Good lens and most of my lens are from amazon. Had no problems. I do read the review and have made my decision that way.
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This specific set lights up white. There is a different type with similar styling that lights up yellow and you can tell by the different tint on the lens in the pictures.
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It does depend upon seller... My 90mm F/2.8 was Canadian... No USA warranty, but at a slightly lower price... I have other Tamron lenses from Amazon sellers that came with the std. 6-yr warranty.... Since I haven't had any issues with Tamron lenses, I don't mind my "grey market" lens... Same quality... The seller noted that the lens would not have a warranty....
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According to the item name and model number they are the full gray (smoke gray) lenses. I ordered mine a few months ago and I got the full gray lenes. I think they are using the wrong image.