Originally posted by barnster: Exactly,why is there a huge difference like that.Your probably right about the K20D not dropping below $1000,because if it did,it would have happened by now you would think.Have you tested both lenses yet?
I haven't tested the Sigma, but from what I've seen/read it performs well, but if I buy from B&H the $50 extra for the DA* to me is worth it.
Originally posted by Barnster: The warranty would be an issue,and also possibly paying custom fees on top on arrival.Then also having the risknof the camera being lost in transit.So you got to weigh up all these factors aswell,and then tell yourself whether it worth the hassle or pay the extra money and buy the camera right here.
Risk I'm willing to take to save $500. If it comes in under $1000 AUD you won't pay customs fee's/GST. UPS or Fedex are very reliable and the fact I can have it in 3-5 days compared to 5-7 days buying from elsewhere is also a big factor. Bodies I will most likely continue to buy in Oz, unless the K20D anomaly continues with the K-7.
Originally posted by Agro:
If you were to order gear from the US to Australia, aren't you concerned about the warranty? I have been looking at getting a k20d body from the US to Canada, but Pentax USA indicates I have to register it in the US.
Like I said to Barnster, It's a risk i'm willing to take. B&H have a good return policy so if something develops pretty much straight away or it's damaged in transit, then I can return it. My other option is to contact CR Kennedy and get them to match the price, but I don't see how this is possible(even though they do it), unless they are selling them below their wholesale price?