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vonBaloney · 11-30-2019, 02:11 PM - **3 Likes**

Hey, I finally got that KP I've been wanting for 2 years. Didn't buy the extended warranty because I know I can buy it within 30 days, but just now I see that B&H has it for $50 instead of $110. This is the right thing, right?

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Riddler · 11-30-2019, 02:15 PM

In the netherlands 5 years warranty

vonBaloney · 11-30-2019, 02:17 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Riddler

In the netherlands 5 years warranty

Don't brag. Yes, I'm in the USA where everyone is out to screw me with predatory capitalism.

C_Jones · 11-30-2019, 02:54 PM - **1 Like**

It states "for all Ricoh and Pentax interchangeable lens cameras with an MSRP under $1000. It extends their existing warranty to three years and includes one free inspection." So whatever cost it is, that is what it covers, indicating that it is for the cameras that are under $1000 (including Pentax KP).

If you do purchase it, I would advise that you hold on to and copy the receipt, and do the same with the warranty card itself.

Happy shooting with your KP.

vonBaloney · 11-30-2019, 03:04 PM

Hmmm...but even though I got it with a black friday deal, the MSRP is still 1096.99. So maybe it doesn't apply. B&H doesn't even have one for $110, but Adorama does. But it doesn't have any details about sub-$1000 or $1000 & up...

Paul the Sunman · 11-30-2019, 03:10 PM

I've only recently reconnected with my inner APS-C photographer, having shot FF almost exclusively for 3 years. My old K3 is enjoying the attention, mostly with the DFA 150-450. The improved high-ISO performance of the KP is very tempting though, especially with the current attractive pricing. However, the projected K-new is intriguing; I will wait to see what it brings to the table.

Enjoy your KP, and post some shots.

**lidy** · 11-30-2019, 03:17 PM

Originally posted by Paul the Sunman

I've only recently reconnected with my inner APS-C photographer ...

Enjoy your KP, and post some shots.

I love how you describe this, hahaha

C_Jones · 11-30-2019, 03:22 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by vonBaloney

Hmmm...but even though I got it with a black friday deal, the MSRP is still 1096.99. So maybe it doesn't apply. B&H doesn't even have one for $110, but Adorama does. But it doesn't have any details about sub-$1000 or $1000 & up...

If the price you pay is under $1000, I would assume that the receipt you receive would apply as your purchase. You also could confide in the seller for any type of guideline, but price is price.

vonBaloney · 11-30-2019, 03:32 PM

Originally posted by C_Jones

If the price you pay is under $1000, I would assume that the receipt you receive would apply as your purchase. You also could confide in the seller for any type of guideline, but price is price.

Not sure about that. Ricoh doesn't even seem to have the warranty on their site. It is fairly unclear.

Adam · 11-30-2019, 03:36 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by vonBaloney

Hey, I finally got that KP I've been wanting for 2 years. Didn't buy the extended warranty because I know I can buy it within 30 days, but just now I see that B&H has it for $50 instead of $110. This is the right thing, right?

Pentax Extended Warranty ENTWARRANTY-ENTRYMIDILC B&H Photo Video

The $50 warranty should be valid. You could certainly reach out to Ricoh directly to make sure.

Also, remember that most CC's will give you an extra year of warranty as a free benefit.

Fluegel · 11-30-2019, 04:05 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by vonBaloney

Don't brag. Yes, I'm in the USA where everyone is out to screw me with predatory capitalism.

Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe?
I got news for you: it is not.

Why not start using and enjoying your KP instead of worrying about extended warranty that you will not need anyway?

Congratulations on your decision to buy the KP and not waiting for the new Kx.

PaulF

**BigMackCam** · 11-30-2019, 04:19 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Fluegel

Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe?
I got news for you: it is not.

Why not start using and enjoying your KP instead of worrying about extended warranty that you will not need anyway?

Congratulations on your decision to buy the KP and not waiting for the new Kx.

I don't for one moment think the OP was suggesting the USA is the centre of the universe... Only that the Ricoh in the USA doesn't warranty as long as Europe. At least, that's how it came across to me

As for extended warranties, it's a very individual thing. A lot of K-30 and K-50 owners wished they had extended warranties, that's for sure.

Whilst the KP has so far proven extremely reliable, there's no such thing as 100% reliability. Personally, I take my chances with gear... I go with whatever warranty is provided as standard, and work on the basis that if servicing or repair is required outside of that warranty, I might be better off replacing with used equipment, or simply buying new again. But that's not something everyone is comfortable with, and I understand that...

vonBaloney · 11-30-2019, 04:29 PM

Originally posted by Fluegel

Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe?
I got news for you: it is not.

No, you do not understand me correctly, and I don't know what you are talking about really.

DeadJohn · 11-30-2019, 05:29 PM

Originally posted by Fluegel

Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe?
I got news for you: it is not.
...

I have no idea why you are bringing this up. The OP lives in the USA and bought a camera in their home country. Any warranties are therefore based on whatever Ricoh's policies are in the USA.

Other nations are irrelevant to this thread. It's not a competition.

pentaxshooter89 · 11-30-2019, 05:34 PM

Originally posted by vonBaloney

Hey, I finally got that KP I've been wanting for 2 years. Didn't buy the extended warranty because I know I can buy it within 30 days, but just now I see that B&H has it for $50 instead of $110. This is the right thing, right?

Pentax Extended Warranty ENTWARRANTY-ENTRYMIDILC B&H Photo Video

Awesome

11-30-2019, 02:11 PM - 3 Likes	#1
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029	I did it, bought the KP finally. So...the extended warranty. Hey, I finally got that KP I've been wanting for 2 years. Didn't buy the extended warranty because I know I can buy it within 30 days, but just now I see that B&H has it for $50 instead of $110. This is the right thing, right? Pentax Extended Warranty ENTWARRANTY-ENTRYMIDILC B&H Photo Video

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11-30-2019, 02:15 PM	#2
Riddler Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2019 Posts: 250	In the netherlands 5 years warranty

11-30-2019, 02:17 PM - 2 Likes	#3
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029 Original Poster	Originally posted by Riddler In the netherlands 5 years warranty Don't brag. Yes, I'm in the USA where everyone is out to screw me with predatory capitalism.

11-30-2019, 02:54 PM - 1 Like	#4
C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,086	It states "for all Ricoh and Pentax interchangeable lens cameras with an MSRP under $1000. It extends their existing warranty to three years and includes one free inspection." So whatever cost it is, that is what it covers, indicating that it is for the cameras that are under $1000 (including Pentax KP). If you do purchase it, I would advise that you hold on to and copy the receipt, and do the same with the warranty card itself. Happy shooting with your KP.

11-30-2019, 03:04 PM	#5
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029 Original Poster	Hmmm...but even though I got it with a black friday deal, the MSRP is still 1096.99. So maybe it doesn't apply. B&H doesn't even have one for $110, but Adorama does. But it doesn't have any details about sub-$1000 or $1000 & up...

11-30-2019, 03:10 PM	#6
Paul the Sunman Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Melbourne Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,847	I've only recently reconnected with my inner APS-C photographer, having shot FF almost exclusively for 3 years. My old K3 is enjoying the attention, mostly with the DFA 150-450. The improved high-ISO performance of the KP is very tempting though, especially with the current attractive pricing. However, the projected K-new is intriguing; I will wait to see what it brings to the table. Enjoy your KP, and post some shots.

11-30-2019, 03:17 PM	#7
lidy Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2009 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 534	Originally posted by Paul the Sunman I've only recently reconnected with my inner APS-C photographer ... Enjoy your KP, and post some shots. I love how you describe this, hahaha

11-30-2019, 03:22 PM - 1 Like	#8
C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,086	Originally posted by vonBaloney Hmmm...but even though I got it with a black friday deal, the MSRP is still 1096.99. So maybe it doesn't apply. B&H doesn't even have one for $110, but Adorama does. But it doesn't have any details about sub-$1000 or $1000 & up... If the price you pay is under $1000, I would assume that the receipt you receive would apply as your purchase. You also could confide in the seller for any type of guideline, but price is price.

11-30-2019, 03:32 PM	#9
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029 Original Poster	Originally posted by C_Jones If the price you pay is under $1000, I would assume that the receipt you receive would apply as your purchase. You also could confide in the seller for any type of guideline, but price is price. Not sure about that. Ricoh doesn't even seem to have the warranty on their site. It is fairly unclear.

11-30-2019, 04:05 PM - 1 Like	#11
Fluegel Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Posts: 470	Originally posted by vonBaloney Don't brag. Yes, I'm in the USA where everyone is out to screw me with predatory capitalism. Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe? I got news for you: it is not. Why not start using and enjoying your KP instead of worrying about extended warranty that you will not need anyway? Congratulations on your decision to buy the KP and not waiting for the new Kx. PaulF

11-30-2019, 04:19 PM - 2 Likes	#12
BigMackCam Digitiser of Film Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: North East of England Posts: 20,706	Originally posted by Fluegel Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe? I got news for you: it is not. Why not start using and enjoying your KP instead of worrying about extended warranty that you will not need anyway? Congratulations on your decision to buy the KP and not waiting for the new Kx. I don't for one moment think the OP was suggesting the USA is the centre of the universe... Only that the Ricoh in the USA doesn't warranty as long as Europe. At least, that's how it came across to me As for extended warranties, it's a very individual thing. A lot of K-30 and K-50 owners wished they had extended warranties, that's for sure. Whilst the KP has so far proven extremely reliable, there's no such thing as 100% reliability. Personally, I take my chances with gear... I go with whatever warranty is provided as standard, and work on the basis that if servicing or repair is required outside of that warranty, I might be better off replacing with used equipment, or simply buying new again. But that's not something everyone is comfortable with, and I understand that...

11-30-2019, 04:29 PM	#13
vonBaloney Pentaxian Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 6,029 Original Poster	Originally posted by Fluegel Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe? I got news for you: it is not. No, you do not understand me correctly, and I don't know what you are talking about really.

11-30-2019, 05:29 PM	#14
DeadJohn Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York Posts: 4,834	Originally posted by Fluegel Do I understand you correctly that you think the USA is still the center of the universe? I got news for you: it is not. ... I have no idea why you are bringing this up. The OP lives in the USA and bought a camera in their home country. Any warranties are therefore based on whatever Ricoh's policies are in the USA. Other nations are irrelevant to this thread. It's not a competition.

11-30-2019, 05:34 PM	#15
pentaxshooter89 Veteran Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oregon Posts: 365	Originally posted by vonBaloney Hey, I finally got that KP I've been wanting for 2 years. Didn't buy the extended warranty because I know I can buy it within 30 days, but just now I see that B&H has it for $50 instead of $110. This is the right thing, right? Pentax Extended Warranty ENTWARRANTY-ENTRYMIDILC B&H Photo Video Awesome

I did it, bought the KP finally. So...the extended warranty.

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