New Tool: CanonPriceWatch’s eBay Dealer Reputation Reports

Posted August 15, 2014 at 10:07 am EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 5 comments.

At CanonPriceWatch we take the reputation of the stores we list very seriously! About a year ago, we created a tool to analyze the reputation of eBay dealers. This is one of the factors to decide which stores are reputable, and which are not. We’re happy to now share it with our readers!

>> CanonPriceWatch eBay Reputation Reports.

This very intense analysis of eBay feedback is especially important for unauthorized dealers. We calculate and track our own “feedback score” that is more stringent than eBay’s feedback score. We only include feedback on high-value Canon items so dealers can’t pad their feedback (as is very common), and also penalize for “neutral” feedback instead of just ignoring it in the score (like eBay does).

You can check out our reputation reports for the major eBay dealers that we list — and also one we do not list (you’ll see why). For example, check out authorized dealer Profeel‘s incredible perfect rating, or unauthorized dealer Get It Digital‘s history. You can even drill down and read feedback received by the retailer on a specific item, e.g. feedback on 6ave on only 60D purchases.

Canon Direct Store Restocked — 15% Off Lenses, Right Now!

Posted August 14, 2014 at 4:43 pm EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 9 comments.

	Refurbished EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Zoom Lens	$1699.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Macro Lens	$713.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens	$1563.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 35mm f/1.4L USM Wide Angle Lens	$1005.72 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens	$1087.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished Extender EF 2x III Tele-converter Lens	$339.99 Refurbished In Stock

The Canon Direct Store sale on refurbished lenses just got restocked! A very limited quantity is available of popular items, including 20 copies of the elusive 70-200 II for $1699. They’re offering 15% off refurbished lenses, and 25% off the refurbished 60D.

If you have problems checking out, be sure to checkout as a guest.

See above for the most popular items. You can browse our refurb stock tracker to see what’s in-stock. All refurbs come with a one-year Canon warranty.

This is likely the last restock for this sale. You can browse our refurb stock tracker to see what’s in-stock and get notified on out-of stock items (click the ‘Notify’ button on our tracker page). You can read our FAQ about the notification system.

EOS M with 22mm for $311 at B&H, Free Shipping

Posted August 12, 2014 at 11:31 pm EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 2 comments.

EOS M with 22mm Kit (Black) Mirrorless Camera

$311.00

Deal Expired

If you still don’t have an EOS M, B&H Photo Video has the Canon EOS M with 22mm Kit (Black) for $311.00. According to the B&H site, this is for a US model, not an import version.

This is a bit more expensive than the eBay unauthorized dealer deal a few weeks ago. However, that was an import model from an unauthorized dealer, and this is a US model from B&H.

This price is $89 less than other authorized dealers.

eBay Frenzy: EOS 6D + 24-105mm (Import) for $1899 at BigValueInc

Posted August 12, 2014 at 11:12 am EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 22 comments.

EOS 6D with 24-105mm f/4L Kit Digital SLR Camera

$1817.58

Deal Expired

Another deal in the on-going eBay Deal Frenzy starts today! BigValueInc via eBay has the Canon EOS 6D with 24-105mm Kit for $1899.99. This is an import model but the listing says it comes with built-in GPS and WiFi just like the US model.

BigValueInc via eBay is a quite reliable and reputable unauthorized dealer who has been selling these cameras at low prices for the last couple years with few complaints heard from our readers. A Canon warranty is not guaranteed so the store is providing a store warranty.

Compare with $2499 at authorized dealers or $2239 authorized through our street price program. There is currently no Canon mail-in or instant rebate available for this camera.

eBay Frenzy: 5D Mark III (Import) for $2559 at GetItDigital

Posted August 11, 2014 at 11:05 am EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 1 comment.

EOS 5D Mark III Digital SLR Camera

$2259.99

Deal Expired

A new eBay Deal Frenzy starts today! GetItDigital via eBay has the Canon EOS 5D Mark III for $2559.99. It’s likely an import.

GetItDigital via eBay is not an authorized dealer. However, they are a reputable unauthorized dealer, the same store as AllNewShop. In the last few frenzies they’ve sold hundreds of 5D Mark IIIs for this price, and we’ve heard very positive reader stories (with issues being rare and resolved expediently).

If you don’t want to read our detailed article here is the summary of what “import model” means:

Import / grey market items were items originally destined to be sold in a different region.
They are manufactured at the same factories as US models, and are physically identical.
Packaging (language on box) may differ from US retail versions.
Although Canon USA has been traditionally lenient in providing warranty service, a Canon USA warranty is not guaranteed. An similar warranty is provided by the store itself.

Compare with $3199 at authorized dealers or $2899 authorized through our street price program. There is currently no Canon mail-in or instant rebate available for this camera.

Canon Refurb Store 15%-Off Sale Restocked, Just Now!

Posted August 7, 2014 at 12:09 pm EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 6 comments.

	Refurbished EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens	$1563.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens	$1155.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM Ultra-Wide Zoom Lens	$1019.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Standard Lens	$1495.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens	$1087.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM Telephoto Zoom Lens	$917.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 70-200mm f/4L USM Telephoto Zoom Lens	$482.79 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Macro Lens	$713.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 135mm f/2.0L USM Telephoto Lens	$740.52 Deal Expired

	Refurbished TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II Tilt-Shift Lens	$1495.32 Deal Expired

	Refurbished Extender EF 2x III Tele-converter Lens	$339.99 Refurbished In Stock

	Refurbished Extender EF 1.4x III Tele-converter Lens	$339.99 Refurbished In Stock

	Refurbished EF 28mm f/2.8 IS USM Wide Angle Lens	$373.99 Sold Out 235 weeks ago

	Refurbished EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM Wide Angle Lens	$407.99 Sold Out 236 weeks ago

	Used Alpha NEX-7 with 18-55mm Kit (Black) Mirrorless Camera	$399.95 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 35mm f/2 IS USM Wide Angle Lens	$407.99 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EOS 60D Digital SLR Camera	$431.99 Deal Expired

The Canon Direct Store sale on refurbished lenses just got restocked! A very limited quantity is available of popular items. They’re offering 15% off refurbished lenses, and 25% off the refurbished 60D.

If you have problems checking out, be sure to checkout as a guest.

See above for the most popular items. You can browse our refurb stock tracker to see what’s in-stock. All refurbs come with a one-year Canon warranty.

We are expecting restocks over the duration of this sale, the best way to get in on this deal is via e-mail notification on specific items. You can browse our refurb stock tracker to see what’s in-stock and get notified on out-of stock items (click the ‘Notify’ button on our tracker page). You can read our FAQ about the notification system.

Canon Refurb Store: SL1 for $359, Pancake for $111

Posted August 6, 2014 at 8:00 am EDT by CanonPriceWatch. 12 comments.

	Refurbished EOS Rebel SL1 Digital SLR Camera	$359.99 Deal Expired

	Refurbished EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Pancake Standard Lens	$111.99 Deal Expired

While we wait for a Canon Direct Store re-stock on refurbished lenses, a few other good refurbished deals:

They have the refurbished SL1 for $359.99 (after 25% off) and the 40mm Pancake for $111.99 (after 30% off). That makes a great light-weight walk-around kit.

As for refurbished lens restocks? This sale doesn’t end until August 16th. We are expecting one, maybe even two good restocks during this time. If the past is any indication, the restock will likely be in the afternoon (ET). As items will generally sell out within minutes (it’s quite impressive to watch), the absolutely best way to get in on a restock is via e-mail notification on a specific item. You can browse our refurb stock tracker to see what’s in-stock and get notified on out-of stock items (click the ‘Notify’ button on our tracker page). You can read our FAQ about the notification system.