K-3 price in Australia will be $1429 AUD

tjaktjak · 10-11-2013, 02:39 AM

Does anyone know whether CRK will invoice you on the date you pay upfront (i.e. when you preorder), or the date you recieve the camera? I'm wanting to claim GST back through TRS, so need it to be invoiced in November.... dilemma! Somehow I doubt the silver edition will still be around by then..

Vylen · 10-11-2013, 03:12 AM

You pay upfront for your pre-order with CRK and it's done through PayPal.

**i_trax** · 10-11-2013, 04:30 AM

Originally posted by Vylen

You pay upfront for your pre-order with CRK and it's done through PayPal.

or Credit Card

elpolodiablo · 10-11-2013, 05:02 AM

TRS has changed,

Quote:

As of 17 April 2013 changes to the requirements for making a claim under the Australian Government’s Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) will come into effect.

The key changes are:

Travellers can claim through the tourist refund scheme on purchases made up to 60 days before leaving Australia (under old regulations they had 30 days). This will apply to sales made on or after 17 April 2013.
Travellers can submit more than one tax invoice to make their claim, as long as each is a valid tax invoice from the one Australian Business Number retailer and the total value of goods purchased is $300 or more (including GST).

You have 60 days, no worries

tzrenz0 · 10-11-2013, 06:06 AM

I pre-ordered the day it became available. And got a message that only 20 will be landing in Australia, and 10 has been already pre-ordered by someone else, didn't think twice. I was waiting for a K-5IIs in Silver and what I'm getting became a K-3 in silver. I can imagine how good it will look like when I stick my newly finished collection of Silver FAs. So shall we count off who pre-ordered theirs in Silver? I'll start off, just put the number at the bottom of your post.

1...

Nezero · 10-11-2013, 07:14 AM

Want but may just be a case of GAS

raider · 10-12-2013, 01:12 AM

The CRK's Silver limited bundle comes with the 8GB Flucard pro wireless SD card....but I have no idea if this is the same "Pentax" flucard that offers wireless tethering with the K-3.....

I did google and it would appear to get tethering support we need the "Pentax" version?

Any ideas?

Vylen · 10-12-2013, 05:54 AM

Originally posted by raider

The CRK's Silver limited bundle comes with the 8GB Flucard pro wireless SD card....but I have no idea if this is the same "Pentax" flucard that offers wireless tethering with the K-3.....

I did google and it would appear to get tethering support we need the "Pentax" version?

Any ideas?

I have a feeling that's the case - the spec sheets for the K-3 always state that wireless remote control is available through the dedicated Pentax 16GB Flucard.

Freak · 10-12-2013, 06:03 PM

Does anyone know if the Silver LTD edition from CRK includes two batteries...??

I notice website says "Extra Lithium Ion Battery" which I assume means two batteries in total? One for the camera and an 'Extra' for the grip. ?

rawr · 10-12-2013, 06:11 PM

K-3 is starting to show up on some popular AU web stores:

DigitalCameraWarehouse have the K-3 (black body) now, for $1344. No Mention of the FLU Card though.

Camera Pro (Brisbane, non-grey) have the black K-3 "& Bonus Flu Card PRO 8GB" for $1232.

Vylen · 10-12-2013, 06:26 PM

Originally posted by Freak

Does anyone know if the Silver LTD edition from CRK includes two batteries...??

I notice website says "Extra Lithium Ion Battery" which I assume means two batteries in total? One for the camera and an 'Extra' for the grip. ?

Well.. "extra" usually does imply more than one...

Freak · 10-12-2013, 07:41 PM

Originally posted by Vylen

Well.. "extra" usually does imply more than one...

You know that, and I know that..... I just hope CRK know that.

Ivor K Ecks · 10-12-2013, 08:16 PM

Originally posted by Freak

Does anyone know if the Silver LTD edition from CRK includes two batteries...??

I notice website says "Extra Lithium Ion Battery" which I assume means two batteries in total? One for the camera and an 'Extra' for the grip. ?

Yes, you do get a 2nd battery. BUT if you are thinking of getting a Silver K3 I have a feeling you may have left it too late.There seems to have been many people pre-ordering the Silver version from CRK and there were only a very limited number allocated to Australia.
The good thing about this new camera is, when it arrives I wont have to wait for the battery to charge before I can use it. I can just chuck the battery from the K5 in and away I go.

Anyone want to swap their silver FA43Ltd for my Black MIJ one????

Peter

DaveXT · 10-13-2013, 12:10 AM

Originally posted by rawr

K-3 is starting to show up on some popular AU web stores:

DigitalCameraWarehouse have the K-3 (black body) now, for $1344. No Mention of the FLU Card though.

Camera Pro (Brisbane, non-grey) have the black K-3 "& Bonus Flu Card PRO 8GB" for $1232.

Thanks for the heads up for Camerapro's price, has anyone had any experience with these guys or should I see if DCW will price match?

rawr · 10-13-2013, 01:30 AM

Originally posted by DaveXT

DCW will price match

I don't think DCW will price match, at least according to their FAQ. Worth a try though.

I haven't bought anything from Camera Pro before, but there do not seem to be any recent horror stories about them on Whirlpool and they are active Ozbargainers. So that's encouraging. They also have an active FB page, FWIW.

Anyway, I'll certainly report any issues here [if any arise] once Camera Pro ship my K-3 in a few weeks

, once CRK get some stock into Australia.

10-12-2013, 01:12 AM	#52
raider Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Perth, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,989	Is this Flucard the "Pentax" Flucard for tethering The CRK's Silver limited bundle comes with the 8GB Flucard pro wireless SD card....but I have no idea if this is the same "Pentax" flucard that offers wireless tethering with the K-3..... I did google and it would appear to get tethering support we need the "Pentax" version? Any ideas?

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10-11-2013, 02:39 AM	#46
tjaktjak New Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Posts: 2	Does anyone know whether CRK will invoice you on the date you pay upfront (i.e. when you preorder), or the date you recieve the camera? I'm wanting to claim GST back through TRS, so need it to be invoiced in November.... dilemma! Somehow I doubt the silver edition will still be around by then..

10-11-2013, 03:12 AM	#47
Vylen Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,262	You pay upfront for your pre-order with CRK and it's done through PayPal.

10-11-2013, 04:30 AM	#48
i_trax Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Perth Western Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,621	Originally posted by Vylen You pay upfront for your pre-order with CRK and it's done through PayPal. or Credit Card

10-11-2013, 05:02 AM	#49
elpolodiablo Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,637	TRS has changed, Quote: As of 17 April 2013 changes to the requirements for making a claim under the Australian Government’s Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) will come into effect. The key changes are: Travellers can claim through the tourist refund scheme on purchases made up to 60 days before leaving Australia (under old regulations they had 30 days). This will apply to sales made on or after 17 April 2013. Travellers can submit more than one tax invoice to make their claim, as long as each is a valid tax invoice from the one Australian Business Number retailer and the total value of goods purchased is $300 or more (including GST). You have 60 days, no worries

10-11-2013, 06:06 AM	#50
tzrenz0 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Gold Coast Photos: Albums Posts: 324	I pre-ordered the day it became available. And got a message that only 20 will be landing in Australia, and 10 has been already pre-ordered by someone else, didn't think twice. I was waiting for a K-5IIs in Silver and what I'm getting became a K-3 in silver. I can imagine how good it will look like when I stick my newly finished collection of Silver FAs. So shall we count off who pre-ordered theirs in Silver? I'll start off, just put the number at the bottom of your post. 1...

10-11-2013, 07:14 AM	#51
Nezero New Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Melbourne Posts: 19	Want but may just be a case of GAS

10-12-2013, 05:54 AM	#53
Vylen Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,262	Originally posted by raider The CRK's Silver limited bundle comes with the 8GB Flucard pro wireless SD card....but I have no idea if this is the same "Pentax" flucard that offers wireless tethering with the K-3..... I did google and it would appear to get tethering support we need the "Pentax" version? Any ideas? I have a feeling that's the case - the spec sheets for the K-3 always state that wireless remote control is available through the dedicated Pentax 16GB Flucard.

10-12-2013, 06:03 PM	#54
Freak Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 361	Does anyone know if the Silver LTD edition from CRK includes two batteries...?? I notice website says "Extra Lithium Ion Battery" which I assume means two batteries in total? One for the camera and an 'Extra' for the grip. ?

10-12-2013, 06:11 PM	#55
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	K-3 is starting to show up on some popular AU web stores: DigitalCameraWarehouse have the K-3 (black body) now, for $1344. No Mention of the FLU Card though. Camera Pro (Brisbane, non-grey) have the black K-3 "& Bonus Flu Card PRO 8GB" for $1232.

10-12-2013, 06:26 PM	#56
Vylen Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sydney, Australia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,262	Originally posted by Freak Does anyone know if the Silver LTD edition from CRK includes two batteries...?? I notice website says "Extra Lithium Ion Battery" which I assume means two batteries in total? One for the camera and an 'Extra' for the grip. ? Well.. "extra" usually does imply more than one...

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10-12-2013, 07:41 PM	#57
Freak Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 361	Originally posted by Vylen Well.. "extra" usually does imply more than one... You know that, and I know that..... I just hope CRK know that.

10-12-2013, 08:16 PM	#58
Ivor K Ecks Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Sydney Photos: Albums Posts: 294	Originally posted by Freak Does anyone know if the Silver LTD edition from CRK includes two batteries...?? I notice website says "Extra Lithium Ion Battery" which I assume means two batteries in total? One for the camera and an 'Extra' for the grip. ? Yes, you do get a 2nd battery. BUT if you are thinking of getting a Silver K3 I have a feeling you may have left it too late.There seems to have been many people pre-ordering the Silver version from CRK and there were only a very limited number allocated to Australia. The good thing about this new camera is, when it arrives I wont have to wait for the battery to charge before I can use it. I can just chuck the battery from the K5 in and away I go. Anyone want to swap their silver FA43Ltd for my Black MIJ one???? Peter

10-13-2013, 12:10 AM	#59
DaveXT Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Melbourne Outer East Photos: Albums Posts: 94	Originally posted by rawr K-3 is starting to show up on some popular AU web stores: DigitalCameraWarehouse have the K-3 (black body) now, for $1344. No Mention of the FLU Card though. Camera Pro (Brisbane, non-grey) have the black K-3 "& Bonus Flu Card PRO 8GB" for $1232. Thanks for the heads up for Camerapro's price, has anyone had any experience with these guys or should I see if DCW will price match?

10-13-2013, 01:30 AM	#60
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Originally posted by DaveXT DCW will price match I don't think DCW will price match, at least according to their FAQ. Worth a try though. I haven't bought anything from Camera Pro before, but there do not seem to be any recent horror stories about them on Whirlpool and they are active Ozbargainers. So that's encouraging. They also have an active FB page, FWIW. Anyway, I'll certainly report any issues here [if any arise] once Camera Pro ship my K-3 in a few weeks , once CRK get some stock into Australia.