Anyone used ProCameraShop.co.uk

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The reviews online suggest they are quite good, UK based but sell imported lenses which doesn't concern me if I'm honest.

Specifically I'm after this which is the best price I can find.

 

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I'd ask digitalrev for a price they are known and trusted and will probably be only a couple of quid more. Not saying your find is going to rip you off but it pays to be cautious with a large sum.

I've already had them quote me and they are way more expensive + I'd be risking import tax which would delay the order by quite a bit.

 

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I'm pretty sure they already cover you for any import charges in the shipping cost:
http://www.digitalrev.com/help/import-handling-for-non-hong/MTQx

Their UK warranty deal is starting to make ordering a 5D mkiii from them a bit more appealing.

Well they quoted me £703 + import handling because they don't stock the Sony fit so they would have to order it in.

After checking more reviews they seem to be a reputable firm with decent service so I reckon I'll give it a go.

 

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I bought my 60D from procamerashop and had great customer service, quick delivery and when I asked them where the camera was from they didn't give me any BS and told me straight away. They also had a UK support line when I called them up and I bought my 60D around £300 under retail. Overall I am very happy I used them

Brilliant stuff, thanks for the post.

Now just gotta wait for my shares to be paid out later this week and I'll whack the order in with them.

 

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Well the order has gone in today so I'll see how it goes. I spoke to a very friendly chap on the phone who didn't give me any **** and told me straight about the import policy.

I'll update once it arrives.!

 

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^^^
Is it too late to cancel?

If so, for next time I use these people for both my 35 and 85G, no complaints...

http://*******.com/index.php/sigma-150-500mm-f5-6-3-apo-dg-os-hsm-for-canon-digital-and-film-slr-cameras.html

Rollocks, yeah I'd say it is too late to cancel but I am in the market for another A77 so I might them a try them as with bank transfer its coming in at less than £700 which is plenty cheap.!

Thanks for the recommendation fella.

 

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Well I did order my A77 from them and my experience was the total opposite of Photopixels post.

1: I rung them and asked specifically about the grey import status. The guy openly said yes they import cameras adn so the manufacturers warranty was none existent.

2: I paid via bank transfer and had no issue.

3: My camera was delivered from within the UK so I can only presume it had already been imported when I ordered it.

4: Delivery took place within 48hrs.

5: I wouldn't use them again simply because Panam0z are cheaper.

6: Some light fingered mofo nicked all my gear on xmas eve including the A77 and 7 lenses so they aren't burglar proof...

 

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So you don't get a warranty? Personally I wouldn't be dropping cash on a new camera without a warranty.

You get the same warranty that you get with Digital Rev and Panam0z in that it is direct with the seller not the manufacturer.

How good they are at during any waranty claim I couldn't comment on as I fortunately didnt need to find out.

Various online sources suggest they are quite poor and should I have the opportunity again I wouldn't use them, purely because Digital Rev & Panam0z are cheaper and seem more reputable.