Where to buy 5D MKII?

[Canon Man]

Hi guys, I know it may be a strange question but what is the best place to buy a brand new US market 5D MKII? My buddy just bought one with 24-105mm lens for $2,800 from BP. Now they are like $3,200 and up. I really need just a body unless the kit above is a better value overall (I already have 24-70mm and 70-200mm L lenses for it). Should I even consider a used one?

Thanks.

[Jim Victory]

If your not in a hurry I would wait to see if Canon will have another rebate program this spring. They recently up the prices of all of their equipment on 2/1/11.

[Siv]

Personally, I think the 5D mk2 kit deal is stonking. $2.5k body only and $800 extra for that lens is great. I'm sure you could buy the kit and sell the 24-104 for more than $800 easily since it's currently retailing for $1,100.

[Canon Man]

Originally Posted by Jim Victory

If your not in a hurry I would wait to see if Canon will have another rebate program this spring. They recently up the prices of all of their equipment on 2/1/11.

Where would I be able to find out about this?

[venchka]

Originally Posted by Canon Man

Where would I be able to find out about this?

Right here. Within 24 hours. When it happens.

Or. Support your local real camera stores. HCE or Houston Camera Co-op or Humble Camera. There may be more. Not real sure.

[PhotoDen]

Canon sells "refurbished" cameras at a considerable discount. You can see the 5D MKII on this page: Canon Direct Store- EOS 5D Mark II (Body) Refurbished

Contrary to what you might think "refurbished" is basically limited to cameras that were either purchased and returned for non-repair reasons or the box was opened in a store and the customer decided against buying. In either case, once the box is opened the camera can't be sold as "new" so Canon sells them as "refurbished". According to Canon they are not cameras that were sent in for errors or repairs. They are thoroughly checked out and you are basically buying a new camera for a really good discount.

The only downside I'm aware of is the warranty is for 90 days instead of a full year. However, as somebody pointed out, some credit card companies extend the manufacturer's normal warranty by a full year or two. So, if you purchase with one of these cards you are basically getting a full warranty on the camera.

I purchased a refurbished 7D and a 5D Mk II and both cameras are working perfectly. The camera comes in a box with all cables, manuals, CD's etc. that you would get with a new one. Unfortunately, at the moment the 5D MKII is out of stock. You could bookmark the page and keep checking back. You can also call them. I think the number is 1-866-261-9362. Be sure to ask for the refurbished camera department.

Finally, there are a lot of rumors about a 5D MK III. So far it's just rumors. A major camera and imaging exhibition, CP+, is taking place this week and there could be further announcements. It could be worth waiting a few more days to see if a newer model comes out. Hope this helps.

[Jim Victory]

Originally Posted by Canon Man

Where would I be able to find out about this?

You could probably hear about it here when it happens or the Canon USA site under Promotions. They had one in March and April last year if that helps.

[Canon Man]

Originally Posted by PhotoDen

Canon sells "refurbished" cameras at a considerable discount. You can see the 5D MKII on this page: Canon Direct Store- EOS 5D Mark II (Body) Refurbished

Contrary to what you might think "refurbished" is basically limited to cameras that were either purchased and returned for non-repair reasons or the box was opened in a store and the customer decided against buying. In either case, once the box is opened the camera can't be sold as "new" so Canon sells them as "refurbished". According to Canon they are not cameras that were sent in for errors or repairs. They are thoroughly checked out and you are basically buying a new camera for a really good discount.

The only downside I'm aware of is the warranty is for 90 days instead of a full year. However, as somebody pointed out, some credit card companies extend the manufacturer's normal warranty by a full year or two. So, if you purchase with one of these cards you are basically getting a full warranty on the camera.

I purchased a refurbished 7D and a 5D Mk II and both cameras are working perfectly. The camera comes in a box with all cables, manuals, CD's etc. that you would get with a new one. Unfortunately, at the moment the 5D MKII is out of stock. You could bookmark the page and keep checking back. You can also call them. I think the number is 1-866-261-9362. Be sure to ask for the refurbished camera department.

Finally, there are a lot of rumors about a 5D MK III. So far it's just rumors. A major camera and imaging exhibition, CP+, is taking place this week and there could be further announcements. It could be worth waiting a few more days to see if a newer model comes out. Hope this helps.

Thank you. This is very valuable information for me. I'm also aware about refurbished products and purchased many computers like this. As for the Canon website I had no idea they sell there. There is nothing at present but I can watch it and maybe get lucky :).

Btw, do they charge any tax?

[Jim Victory]

Originally Posted by Canon Man

Thank you. This is very valuable information for me. I'm also aware about refurbished products and purchased many computers like this. As for the Canon website I had no idea they sell there. There is nothing at present but I can watch it and maybe get lucky :).

Btw, do they charge any tax?

They charge shipping and tax.

[PhotoDen]

Originally Posted by Canon Man

Thank you. ... Btw, do they charge any tax?

As Jim correctly stated, they do charge shipping and tax. When I ordered mine they threw in a couple of 1GB CF cards. Can't put much on them but nice to have in an emergency. 2 day FedEx was $25.

[Canon Man]

This becomes expensive. $2722 (tax in ) for a refurbished body? :(

Here's one:
Canon Direct Store- EOS 5D Mark II (Body)

[Canon Man]

sorry, it was new, they have no refurbished at the moment but still $200 tax makes it on par with ebay.

Canon Direct Store- EOS 5D Mark II (Body) Refurbished

[venchka]

Hmmmm...
Buy from Canon.
Buy from ebay.

No brainer there.