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GerBill
2
May 3, 2017
This does not seem like much of a deal. I can find this online for $224 with free shipping.
Jaysun
1855
May 3, 2017
GerBillPlease post a link to a US version Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 55–300mm f/4.5–5.6G ED VR Lens for $224 free shipped so we all can take advantage of that great deal.
jisham
14
May 3, 2017
GerBillAt that price @GerBill mentions, I suspect it is a factory refurb.
$220 Amazon factory refurb: https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-55-300mm-4-5-5-6G-Certified-Refurbished/dp/B00R1MXPFW $296 Amazon new: https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-55-300mm-4-5-5-6G-Vibration-Reduction/dp/B003ZSHNCC
This drop is for new-in-box US version, if I am not mistaken,
Jaysun
1855
May 3, 2017
jishamYou are correct.
Jaysun
1855
May 3, 2017
GerBillI was responding to @jisham comment:
" This drop is for new-in-box US version, if I am not mistaken "
But the link @GerBill sent is for an International version not a US version of the lens.
GerBill
2
May 3, 2017
JaysunAhhh, I missed the international part on that page. Not sure what the difference is being the newb I am.
GerBill
2
May 3, 2017
GerBillOk, I'll try one more time and then I'll shut up https://www.42photo.com/Product/nikon-55-300mm-f-4-5-5-6g-ed-af-s-vr-ed-dx-nikkor-lens-58mm-/105173
$249 here and free shipping. I did not see the indication that it was referbished or international. I also can't vouch for the site.
Jaysun
1855
May 3, 2017
GerBillWell @GerBill would you recommend that website to your family and friends?
Consider all of Massdrop's members as family and friends and when in doubt, ask questions.
Gigz
17
May 4, 2017
JaysunWhat's the difference between the INT and US versions?
Samwise
8
Jun 29, 2017
GerBillI also saw this and contacted Ritz through their mail system. That is the same lens as Massdrop's offering, but for less, and is New In Box.
http://www.ritzcamera.com/product/NK2197I.htm
Jaysun
1855
Jun 29, 2017
SamwiseRitz is selling an International version of this lens we are selling the US version.
Samwise
8
Jun 29, 2017
JaysunGood catch.
Samwise
8
Jun 30, 2017
JaysunI took that concern back to Ritz and their response was, "No, there should not be any compatibility issues. The lens is still manufactured by Nikon and is not materially different than a U.S. model. "
Samwise
8
Jul 1, 2017
GerBillI had to perform some Google-Fu for a bit, but finally found the real difference. The lens is materially the same as a US version, but the international version does NOT have a valid warranty within the USA. So the $16 difference between what we have here on Massdrop and what we see on sites like B&H, 42Photo, or Ritz is that we can get service within the USA if we need it. I don't know about B&H or 42Photo, but according to Ritz's website they do warrant the product for 1 year, but apparently it is only valid with them as opposed to any other service station authorized to perform warranty work.
Joephoto114
1
Jul 1, 2017
SamwiseInternational version is what we used to call gray market. Nikon will not honor the warranty for international versions of their products. B&H photo sells both US warranty and Gray market products so you need to be sure what you getting. They will tell you right up front which is which and they are clearly marked on the website. But they are great source for photo products and have no problem with returns. Good luck