On Thu, 14 Sep 2006 21:45:14 -0700, "Robert M." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote/replied to:
>> >> I think you can get a US model at the Akihabara Duty Free shops, but >> the cost is even more. > >Akihabara is a neat place to see lots of neat gadgets/electronics >concentrated in a small area. And although it is relatively cheap it's still >not as cheap what you can get it for in the US (if they have it). So rather >then chasing for some good camera deals I'd rather go and explore places. Well, I got tired of the high prices and crowds of people there. Just west under the bridge there's a great market, much better than looking at electronics. Another thing I forgot to mention - you'll have to pay cash in Japan or pay extra 5% with a credit card. And, the only good thing is the points card you get which is good for 5% on your next purchase. BIC is the only one which would let me buy something else using it that same day. Which is why I bought my 10d there. BTW, I ordered my 100-400L IS from Adorama and still saved after tax and shipping. So don't expect any deals on lenses. There's lots of real mint used lenses here in Japan though, but they go for 80% or more of new price. I didn't really want a used IS lens either... -- Jim Davis, Owner, Eastern Beaver Company: http://easternbeaver.com/ Motorcycle Relay Kits, Modulator Kits, Powerlet, Centech, Posi-Lock, Parts. 1988 K100RS SE ABS in Japan. 1991 ST1100 in America! * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
