dennis ho Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 hi all. i'm trying to find a place where i can find a good deal on the 20d since it's been discontinued. i've seen some places online that have it listed at ridiculously low prices, but those shops turned out to be scam sellers. and the bigggies (bh, adorama, etc) all seem to have it listed at only marginally cheaper than the 30d, in which case, i'd just shell out the extra couple hundred to get the newer camera. anyone know of any good reputable places where i ,might find a nice deal on a 20d? warranty is a must... thanks! -dennis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phule Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 If you want honest, you go with the honest shops and you pay the honest prices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_c_charlottenc_ Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 Dennis, I don't see where the Canon EOS 20d has been discontinued. I just went to the Canon USA site and I don't see any notice or mention that the camera's been discontinued. In fact it is still there, on their site as a current product. And the difference in price, at B&H Photo, between the 20d and 30d is $200 ($990 vs $1190). I don't think $200 is marginal, but if I had to make a decision between the two cameras for $200, I'd buy the 30d. But, I'd also take a hard look at the Canon XTi for $800. And, as Rob said, you will get what you pay for. You can go with a Scam site and have all the heartaches that go with dealing with them OR you can be confident that you will get the correct product with all the accessories, with a reasonble return policy, and prompt service from a reliable internet store. I hope this helps. //Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
._._z Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 <u><A href = http://www.Beachcamera.com> Beachcamera.com</a></u> has a good reputation <u><A href = http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1936.html> http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1936.html</a></u> and currently has the 20D with USA warranty (Catalog #: CNEOS20D, MFG Part #: 9442A002) for $959. That's a great price considering that equally-respected keh.com is selling a used like-new 20D for $890 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_c_charlottenc_ Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 Z, It's debatable whether the $30 difference between Beach camera and B&H Photo is worth the risk if you need "Customer Service" or "return and Replacement". B&H Photo is highly rated in all areas. http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1914.html //Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
._._z Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 Not quite, Chuck. Dennis is located in New York, so he'd have to pay tax to B&H. Beach Camera, which does have a very good reputation (on photo.net, through resellerratings, and elsewhere) would save him enough to get a 50/1.8 lens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_c_charlottenc_ Posted September 25, 2006 Share Posted September 25, 2006 Dennis, Here's the information you need. http://www.pricescan.com/digiphoto/items/item160911.asp?sid=G5114638 AND www.resellerratings.com Use the PriceScan.com list and check out their rating using ResellerRatings.com //Chuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dennis ho Posted September 25, 2006 Author Share Posted September 25, 2006 thanks guys for all your input! all the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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