Prodigital2000

rockyram · 04-15-2011, 09:36 PM

Who has dealt with Prodigital2000 and how was the experience?How fast was shipping?Looking to buy a K-5 but am not getting a good feeling dealing with London Drugs which is the local dealer.One store has the body and the next closest store has the 18-135 lens but the store with the lens won't ship it to the store which is 2 minutes from my house without prepayment!The store with the body will ship the body to the store with the lens but after all this I don't think I want to give the lens store any business.Besides PD2000 is about $200 cheaper.

pentaxdude · 04-15-2011, 09:49 PM

I have never had a problem buying from london drugs.All my latest cameras,lens and flashes were purchased there.When there was a malfunction with the equiptment they were quick to look after the problem.

Rnovo · 04-15-2011, 11:54 PM

I have never had problems with PD 2000. I buy from their web site from Nova Scotia and find their prices the best so far for my K5 and the DA*16-50 in 2009.

SteveM · 04-16-2011, 12:20 AM

I have bought from Prodigital and London drugs. Prodigital is great as long as you pay for the more expensive shipping (at least a year ago). I do prefer getting something from close to home as there is some value in being able to walk down the street to deal with an issue. Shipping can be a hassle.

filorp · 04-16-2011, 04:30 AM

never had any problem to say the least.... even here in uk, they declare stuff at the half prise for custom, they have really attractive prise for some stuff i wouldn't hasitate to buy from them....

infoomatic · 04-16-2011, 05:14 AM

I bought my DFA 100 macro, my 31mm, my af 540fgz and the optio w90 from PD2000 ... everything was ok, friendly telephone support. Shipping to Austria was no problem.

Paul G · 04-16-2011, 05:49 AM

I just bought my Silver 77mm Limited from them and everything went just fine. Good communication and quick shipping to the U.S. even with the standard shipping.

twokatmew · 04-16-2011, 06:42 AM

I bought a DA70 and DFA100MacroWR from PD2000. No problem at all, fast shipping, well packed. And I used the free shipping. :-)

JeffJS · 04-16-2011, 07:27 AM

My 2 experiences were positive (Michigan). However, they are known for advertising items they don't really have in stock in anticipation of very soon arrivals. You might want to call them and make sure they actually Have a K5 to sell you before forking over your cash (if you're going through ebay for instance).

aleonx3 · 04-16-2011, 08:52 AM

I bought some lens from them before.. good price and free shipping. With PD2000 it is likely that you will get a 'brand new' item whereas if you get it from the local store, you may get one that has been returned by someone for no reason.

aleonx3 · 04-16-2011, 08:54 AM

Originally posted by JeffJS

My 2 experiences were positive (Michigan). However, they are known for advertising items they don't really have in stock in anticipation of very soon arrivals. You might want to call them and make sure they actually Have a K5 to sell you before forking over your cash (if you're going through ebay for instance).

If you are not in a hurry... that is no big deal... and besides, most likely getting the 'new' one.

JeffJS · 04-16-2011, 09:32 AM

Originally posted by aleonx3

If you are not in a hurry... that is no big deal... and besides, most likely getting the 'new' one.

I didn't say it was a big deal. It's just a practice of theirs that a new buyer should be made aware of. I had to wait for my DA35 f2.8 (i've actually bought from them 3 times) in Nov 2008. It was one of those too good to pass up deals and once I got in touch with them about the initial delay, everything was good. My DA*300 and my DFA100 f2.8 WR were delivered within a week of paying, across the US border.

aleonx3 · 04-16-2011, 09:37 AM

Originally posted by JeffJS

I didn't say it was a big deal. It's just a practice of theirs that a new buyer should be made aware of. I had to wait for my DA35 f2.8 (i've actually bought from them 3 times) in Nov 2008. It was one of those too good to pass up deals and once I got in touch with them about the initial delay, everything was good. My DA*300 and my DFA100 f2.8 WR were delivered within a week of paying, across the US border.

I wasn't teasing you or anything...

the main point is that with PD2000, I don't think you can return unless it is defective (I am not sure). So, the chance of getting a less than 'new' item is less likely than the regular B&M store.

JeffJS · 04-16-2011, 09:48 AM

Originally posted by aleonx3

I wasn't teasing you or anything...

the main point is that with PD2000, I don't think you can return unless it is defective (I am not sure). So, the chance of getting a less than 'new' item is less likely than the regular B&M store.

I didn't think you were. I think we are on two different pages here. I don't remember their terms but in the case of Ebay, returns were allowed IIRC but it may well have been for defect only. In my case, it's risky buying across the border (warranty and all that) but the prices were such that I was willing to take the chance. 2 of the lenses came with 7 year Mack warranties. In one case I had to write them and have them send the warranty because their shipping dept forgot to pack it in the box (actually that lens came in a padded envelope). In the end though, they were quite responsive and willing to correct any mistakes they had made so I'm still calling all 3 times, good experiences. I'm not such a hothead that I can't allow for 'mistakes happen'.

Paul G · 04-16-2011, 09:59 AM

They may have altered their practices a bit. I missed their first auction of a 77mm Silver and sent them an email about when they would be getting more and if I could order now. They wouldn't take my order until they had new stock for that item. It may just have been due to limited quantities, but fyi.

04-15-2011, 09:36 PM	#1
rockyram Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 49	Prodigital2000 Who has dealt with Prodigital2000 and how was the experience?How fast was shipping?Looking to buy a K-5 but am not getting a good feeling dealing with London Drugs which is the local dealer.One store has the body and the next closest store has the 18-135 lens but the store with the lens won't ship it to the store which is 2 minutes from my house without prepayment!The store with the body will ship the body to the store with the lens but after all this I don't think I want to give the lens store any business.Besides PD2000 is about $200 cheaper.

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Has anyone purchased K5 from Prodigital2000	OrenMc	Pentax K-5 & K-5 II	21	01-12-2012 02:13 PM
ProDigital2000 actually shipping K-5?	zoltan1983snapper	Pentax K-5 & K-5 II	4	11-16-2010 11:53 AM
Prodigital2000 - is it just me?	Derridale	Pentax SLR Lens Discussion	27	04-14-2010 02:13 PM
Warning - ProDigital2000 on ebay....	stl09	General Talk	34	03-04-2010 05:36 PM
Prodigital2000 is BACK!	omega leader	Pentax News and Rumors	12	06-17-2009 03:19 PM

04-15-2011, 09:49 PM	#2
pentaxdude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: B.C Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 121	I have never had a problem buying from london drugs.All my latest cameras,lens and flashes were purchased there.When there was a malfunction with the equiptment they were quick to look after the problem.

04-15-2011, 11:54 PM	#3
Rnovo Closed Account Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 415	I have never had problems with PD 2000. I buy from their web site from Nova Scotia and find their prices the best so far for my K5 and the DA*16-50 in 2009.

04-16-2011, 12:20 AM	#4
SteveM Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Vancouver Island, BC, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,294	I have bought from Prodigital and London drugs. Prodigital is great as long as you pay for the more expensive shipping (at least a year ago). I do prefer getting something from close to home as there is some value in being able to walk down the street to deal with an issue. Shipping can be a hassle.

04-16-2011, 04:30 AM	#5
filorp Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Aberdeen Scotland Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 398	never had any problem to say the least.... even here in uk, they declare stuff at the half prise for custom, they have really attractive prise for some stuff i wouldn't hasitate to buy from them....

04-16-2011, 05:14 AM	#6
infoomatic Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Austria Photos: Gallery Posts: 255	I bought my DFA 100 macro, my 31mm, my af 540fgz and the optio w90 from PD2000 ... everything was ok, friendly telephone support. Shipping to Austria was no problem.

04-16-2011, 05:49 AM	#7
Paul G Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Atlanta Photos: Albums Posts: 68	I just bought my Silver 77mm Limited from them and everything went just fine. Good communication and quick shipping to the U.S. even with the standard shipping.

04-16-2011, 06:42 AM	#8
twokatmew Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Lansing, MI Photos: Albums Posts: 509	I bought a DA70 and DFA100MacroWR from PD2000. No problem at all, fast shipping, well packed. And I used the free shipping. :-)

04-16-2011, 07:27 AM	#9
JeffJS Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,484	My 2 experiences were positive (Michigan). However, they are known for advertising items they don't really have in stock in anticipation of very soon arrivals. You might want to call them and make sure they actually Have a K5 to sell you before forking over your cash (if you're going through ebay for instance).

04-16-2011, 08:52 AM	#10
aleonx3 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brampton, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,996	I bought some lens from them before.. good price and free shipping. With PD2000 it is likely that you will get a 'brand new' item whereas if you get it from the local store, you may get one that has been returned by someone for no reason.

04-16-2011, 08:54 AM	#11
aleonx3 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brampton, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,996	Originally posted by JeffJS My 2 experiences were positive (Michigan). However, they are known for advertising items they don't really have in stock in anticipation of very soon arrivals. You might want to call them and make sure they actually Have a K5 to sell you before forking over your cash (if you're going through ebay for instance). If you are not in a hurry... that is no big deal... and besides, most likely getting the 'new' one.

04-16-2011, 09:32 AM	#12
JeffJS Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,484	Originally posted by aleonx3 If you are not in a hurry... that is no big deal... and besides, most likely getting the 'new' one. I didn't say it was a big deal. It's just a practice of theirs that a new buyer should be made aware of. I had to wait for my DA35 f2.8 (i've actually bought from them 3 times) in Nov 2008. It was one of those too good to pass up deals and once I got in touch with them about the initial delay, everything was good. My DA*300 and my DFA100 f2.8 WR were delivered within a week of paying, across the US border.

04-16-2011, 09:37 AM	#13
aleonx3 Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brampton, Ontario Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,996	Originally posted by JeffJS I didn't say it was a big deal. It's just a practice of theirs that a new buyer should be made aware of. I had to wait for my DA35 f2.8 (i've actually bought from them 3 times) in Nov 2008. It was one of those too good to pass up deals and once I got in touch with them about the initial delay, everything was good. My DA*300 and my DFA100 f2.8 WR were delivered within a week of paying, across the US border. I wasn't teasing you or anything... the main point is that with PD2000, I don't think you can return unless it is defective (I am not sure). So, the chance of getting a less than 'new' item is less likely than the regular B&M store.

04-16-2011, 09:48 AM	#14
JeffJS Inactive Account Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Michigan, USA Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,484	Originally posted by aleonx3 I wasn't teasing you or anything... the main point is that with PD2000, I don't think you can return unless it is defective (I am not sure). So, the chance of getting a less than 'new' item is less likely than the regular B&M store. I didn't think you were. I think we are on two different pages here. I don't remember their terms but in the case of Ebay, returns were allowed IIRC but it may well have been for defect only. In my case, it's risky buying across the border (warranty and all that) but the prices were such that I was willing to take the chance. 2 of the lenses came with 7 year Mack warranties. In one case I had to write them and have them send the warranty because their shipping dept forgot to pack it in the box (actually that lens came in a padded envelope). In the end though, they were quite responsive and willing to correct any mistakes they had made so I'm still calling all 3 times, good experiences. I'm not such a hothead that I can't allow for 'mistakes happen'.

04-16-2011, 09:59 AM	#15
Paul G Forum Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Atlanta Photos: Albums Posts: 68	They may have altered their practices a bit. I missed their first auction of a 77mm Silver and sent them an email about when they would be getting more and if I could order now. They wouldn't take my order until they had new stock for that item. It may just have been due to limited quantities, but fyi.