K-30 @ $676usd, da18-135wr @ $334usd!

K-30 @ $676usd, da18-135wr @ $334usd! · **1 Like**

Guess you guys wanna check these deals out: K-30 selling @ $850SGD (~$676USD), DA18-135WR @ $420SGD (~$334USD):

Pentax Web Store

Free worldwide Express shipping included too!

Good for you guys from out side Singapore. For us locals in Singapore we have to add GST

frank · 08-03-2012, 07:31 PM

Originally posted by ChipB

Got my K-30 today!! I'm stoked! So far, everything seems to work as it should.

I didn't realize how small it is - it's about the same size as an *ist DL/DS - quite a bit smaller than my K20D. It'll take me awhile to get used to the smaller package. But I will!

Details of the order for those that might be interested:
- Ordered July 26
- Shipped July 31
- Cleared customs Aug 2 (Anchorage)
- Arrived Austin, TX area Aug 3 - about 1 PM.

Can't wait to really give it some work!

My thanks to frank for posting the info on this buy and to Metalmania for his info on how to fill out the customs form!! Two thumbs up!!

Enjoy the camera

yyyzzz · 08-03-2012, 11:21 PM

I ordered a DA18-135WR and a grip (thought it is the original) from them, but instead got a K-01 white body today

. While it is very well packed, it is indeed a surprise to me. Emailed the seller and see what happens.

laolao · 08-04-2012, 09:16 AM

That's hilarious. I also ordered the lens. No response for a long time. Then got a Fedex delivery trial yesterday from Singapore. I was expecting the custom form....
I probably should go pick it up today to see whether it's a k-01.

mee · 08-04-2012, 09:24 AM

Originally posted by laolao

That's hilarious. I also ordered the lens. No response for a long time. Then got a Fedex delivery trial yesterday from Singapore. I was expecting the custom form....
I probably should go pick it up today to see whether it's a k-01.

Probably not hilarious for the person who ordered the K-01 and got a lens and battery grip instead.

hiep2503 · 08-06-2012, 01:08 PM

It should be a third party grip, not Pentax, I guess. I do recognize the wireless control listed on the site, which is exactly the same looking as the one I bought for $5 from Hongkong.

Originally posted by littledrawe

So is that price on the battery grip less than $100 USD??

laolao · 08-07-2012, 08:29 AM

How come I just got the lens when I ordered a lens, not a camera?!

It's packed firmly, and the lens is new. Very quiet...

rvannatta · 08-09-2012, 07:23 PM

Originally posted by laolao

How come I just got the lens when I ordered a lens, not a camera?!

It's packed firmly, and the lens is new. Very quiet...

indeed, I ordered a K30 body, and promptly received a K30 body.

VoiceOfReason · 08-09-2012, 07:28 PM

Just got a bill from FedEx for $14.11. Fat chance of me paying that one! I'm going to call them and direct them to the US customs website that says it has no duties on it.

bobmaxja · 08-09-2012, 08:20 PM

IT's probably not the duties but the brokerage fee. Better read your invoice

VoiceOfReason · 08-09-2012, 08:24 PM

I did. They said 6.50 in brokerage fees and 7.61 in duties.

bobmaxja · 08-10-2012, 05:22 AM

Very strange this $7,61 in duties, less than 1%. Do you have anything else in your order than the K-30 like a bag that will be dutable?

Docrwm · 08-10-2012, 05:33 AM

My understanding is that they can only charge the processing/handling fee if you have to pay a duty. Did they specify what the duty was on and under what code?

VoiceOfReason · 08-10-2012, 06:17 AM

I'll check what it is listed as at home.

Cybersetan · 08-10-2012, 10:05 AM

Repost here:

I bought the K-30 body from Pentax Singapore and has arrived 2 days ago...
Mine came with the original box~ Although I purchased the 'unboxed' k-30 version...~

For 850SGD (equivalent to 684USD) with FREE shipping all over the world (mine was sent with FEDEX)... Amazon's deal pale in comparison...

See for yourselves:

Amazon's deal (body) for - 839.95USD excluding shipping cost: Amazon.com: Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR (Black, Body Only): Electronics

Pentax Singapore's deal (unboxed-body) for - 684USD with shipping cost: K-30 Body Kit Black (unboxed)

Customers will invariably choose the best deal of the lot~

Even after the price hike (now stands at 850SGD) - it still beats the hell out of Amazon's/B&H/Adorama's prices~
Mind you, that 850SGD is about 684USD for the K-30 body~

It comes with FREE shipping as well~

Lets take for example, the Pentax 18-135mm~ Compare the prices below:

Pentax Singapore's price as of this post is - 480SGD = 385USD~! (with shipping)

versus

Amazon's price = 464USD (minus shipping cost) : Amazon.com: Pentax 21977 DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL (IF) DC WR Lens for Pentax Digital SLR cameras: Camera & Photo

Adorama's price = 529USD (Free shipping) : Pentax SMCP-DA 18mm-135mm f/3.5-5.6 AL (IF) DC WR AF Lens #21977 21977

To simplify:

Pentax Singapore : 385USD (Free shipping)
Amazon's : 464USD (Minus shipping cost)
Adorama's : 529USD (Free shipping)

Still damn good deal I say~!

loco · 08-10-2012, 10:42 AM

It's a great deal if you can get them to ship it to you. For some reason, they simply refused to ship mine while others were going out left and right. I ended up having to cancel.

Edited to add: I honestly am very happy for those who are able to take advantage of this great deal. Just was a bit disappointed with my experience.

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08-03-2012, 11:21 PM	#167
yyyzzz Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Photos: Gallery Posts: 509	Bought a DA18-135, Got a K-01---surprise surprise! I ordered a DA18-135WR and a grip (thought it is the original) from them, but instead got a K-01 white body today . While it is very well packed, it is indeed a surprise to me. Emailed the seller and see what happens. Last edited by yyyzzz; 08-04-2012 at 03:27 AM.

08-10-2012, 10:42 AM	#180
loco Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Virginia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,846	It's a great deal if you can get them to ship it to you. For some reason, they simply refused to ship mine while others were going out left and right. I ended up having to cancel. Edited to add: I honestly am very happy for those who are able to take advantage of this great deal. Just was a bit disappointed with my experience. Last edited by loco; 08-10-2012 at 10:47 AM.

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08-03-2012, 07:31 PM	#166
frank Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Singapore Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,202 Original Poster	Originally posted by ChipB Got my K-30 today!! I'm stoked! So far, everything seems to work as it should. I didn't realize how small it is - it's about the same size as an ist DL/DS - quite a bit smaller than my K20D. It'll take me awhile to get used to the smaller package. But I will! Details of the order for those that might be interested: - Ordered July 26 - Shipped July 31 - Cleared customs Aug 2 (Anchorage) - Arrived Austin, TX area Aug 3 - about 1 PM. Can't wait to really give it some work! My thanks to frank* for posting the info on this buy and to Metalmania for his info on how to fill out the customs form!! Two thumbs up!! Enjoy the camera

08-04-2012, 09:16 AM	#168
laolao Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 85	That's hilarious. I also ordered the lens. No response for a long time. Then got a Fedex delivery trial yesterday from Singapore. I was expecting the custom form.... I probably should go pick it up today to see whether it's a k-01.

08-04-2012, 09:24 AM	#169
mee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7,403	Originally posted by laolao That's hilarious. I also ordered the lens. No response for a long time. Then got a Fedex delivery trial yesterday from Singapore. I was expecting the custom form.... I probably should go pick it up today to see whether it's a k-01. Probably not hilarious for the person who ordered the K-01 and got a lens and battery grip instead.

08-06-2012, 01:08 PM	#170
hiep2503 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 274	It should be a third party grip, not Pentax, I guess. I do recognize the wireless control listed on the site, which is exactly the same looking as the one I bought for $5 from Hongkong. Originally posted by littledrawe So is that price on the battery grip less than $100 USD??

08-07-2012, 08:29 AM	#171
laolao Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 85	How come I just got the lens when I ordered a lens, not a camera?! It's packed firmly, and the lens is new. Very quiet...

08-09-2012, 07:23 PM	#172
rvannatta Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Apiary, Oregon Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,181	Originally posted by laolao How come I just got the lens when I ordered a lens, not a camera?! It's packed firmly, and the lens is new. Very quiet... indeed, I ordered a K30 body, and promptly received a K30 body.

08-09-2012, 07:28 PM	#173
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	Just got a bill from FedEx for $14.11. Fat chance of me paying that one! I'm going to call them and direct them to the US customs website that says it has no duties on it.

08-09-2012, 08:20 PM	#174
bobmaxja Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Laval, Quebec Canada Posts: 2,171	IT's probably not the duties but the brokerage fee. Better read your invoice

08-09-2012, 08:24 PM	#175
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	I did. They said 6.50 in brokerage fees and 7.61 in duties.

08-10-2012, 05:22 AM	#176
bobmaxja Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Laval, Quebec Canada Posts: 2,171	Very strange this $7,61 in duties, less than 1%. Do you have anything else in your order than the K-30 like a bag that will be dutable?

08-10-2012, 05:33 AM	#177
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	My understanding is that they can only charge the processing/handling fee if you have to pay a duty. Did they specify what the duty was on and under what code?

08-10-2012, 06:17 AM	#178
VoiceOfReason Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mishawaka IN area Photos: Albums Posts: 6,124	I'll check what it is listed as at home.

08-10-2012, 10:05 AM	#179
Cybersetan New Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bangalore Photos: Gallery Posts: 17	Repost here: I bought the K-30 body from Pentax Singapore and has arrived 2 days ago... Mine came with the original box~ Although I purchased the 'unboxed' k-30 version...~ For 850SGD (equivalent to 684USD) with FREE shipping all over the world (mine was sent with FEDEX)... Amazon's deal pale in comparison... See for yourselves: Amazon's deal (body) for - 839.95USD excluding shipping cost: Amazon.com: Pentax K-30 Weather-Sealed 16 MP CMOS Digital SLR (Black, Body Only): Electronics Pentax Singapore's deal (unboxed-body) for - 684USD with shipping cost: K-30 Body Kit Black (unboxed) Customers will invariably choose the best deal of the lot~ Even after the price hike (now stands at 850SGD) - it still beats the hell out of Amazon's/B&H/Adorama's prices~ Mind you, that 850SGD is about 684USD for the K-30 body~ It comes with FREE shipping as well~ Lets take for example, the Pentax 18-135mm~ Compare the prices below: Pentax Singapore's price as of this post is - 480SGD = 385USD~! (with shipping) versus Amazon's price = 464USD (minus shipping cost) : Amazon.com: Pentax 21977 DA 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED AL (IF) DC WR Lens for Pentax Digital SLR cameras: Camera & Photo Adorama's price = 529USD (Free shipping) : Pentax SMCP-DA 18mm-135mm f/3.5-5.6 AL (IF) DC WR AF Lens #21977 21977 To simplify: Pentax Singapore : 385USD (Free shipping) Amazon's : 464USD (Minus shipping cost) Adorama's : 529USD (Free shipping) Still damn good deal I say~!