Nikon d3200 w 18-55mm Lens €270 in Argos (€245 with Nikon Cashback)

Kenny Logins

mark13 wrote: »

Just a quick question, any help would be greatly appreciated.

I'm looking to buy this lens online http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nikon-50mm-F1-4G-AF-S-Nikkor/dp/B001GCVA0U,

It doesn't necessarily have to be Nikon branded.

Is there any chance it might show up in the Amazon black Friday sales at some stage or should I just order this one?

Thanks!

Does it have to be 1.4? The 1.8 costs half as much - http://amzn.to/1FtuApw.

Check YouTube (Digital Rev and Matt Granger) for comparisons. Also look for a Sigma 50mm 1.4.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZiwizm4TuA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cd_uhL2yxeo

dodzy

djburchgrove wrote: »

Here is another place (Camera World UK) delivering a refurb model (Usually Just Brand New with an open box!) for the same price £199 with the VR (Image Stabilising) Lens. 6 Month Warranty included too!

May have to be delivered through Parcel Motel. Just as good a deal imo.

http://www.cameraworld.co.uk/refurbished-nikon-d3200-18-55mm-vr-12750.html

Link ain't working dj.

djburchgrove

dodzy wrote: »

Link ain't working dj.

Thats strange, link from HUKD is broken too, they may have changed the page. I'll fix when I notice it's back!

Can i just say I DO NOT WORK FOR NIKON BTW!

Kneelson

djburchgrove wrote: »

Thats strange, link from HUKD is broken too, they may have changed the page. I'll fix when I notice it's back!

Can i just say I DO NOT WORK FOR NIKON BTW!

when did you actually spot this deal dj?? definitely goin to chase this one

djburchgrove

Kneelson wrote: »

when did you actually spot this deal dj?? definitely goin to chase this one

It seems like they've taken down the link but here's the redurb d3100 with VR lens for £159! Another cracking deal:

http://www.cameraworld.co.uk/new-equipment/reburbished-bargains/refurbished-cameras/refurbished-nikon-d3100-18-55mm-dx.html

The_Conductor

They've changed the offer- packaging it with the 18-55mm lens and a separate 55-200mm now for £269

Seems like remarkably good value!

-G

i know it's a long shot but i've just spotted this and would have loved to get this deal - any chance anyone else has a reservation code left? don't mind traveling if i have to but dublin would be great. thanks in advance...

Kenny Logins

-G wrote: »

i know it's a long shot but i've just spotted this and would have loved to get this deal - any chance anyone else has a reservation code left? don't mind traveling if i have to but dublin would be great. thanks in advance...

Pretty sure they all expired yesterday COB, regardless.

-G

ahh - ok - thanks anyways :-)

Kramer

-G wrote: »

i know it's a long shot but i've just spotted this and would have loved to get this deal - any chance anyone else has a reservation code left? don't mind traveling if i have to but dublin would be great. thanks in advance...

Wow. Over 9 years, 1st post :cool:.

Record lurker?

Kenny Logins

Kramer wrote: »

Wow. Over 9 years, 1st post :cool:.

Record lurker?

-G

haha - do i get a prize? up until now everything had been satisfactory. this deal was just too much to tempt me out. oh wells :-(

syl77

I reserved this two days ago at the 269 euro price - now on the day i wish to pick it up, i see its 365. Am i entitled to get it at 269 ? - I have confirmation email and reserve number but I am not hopeful.....

syl77

syl77 wrote: »

I reserved this two days ago at the 269 euro price - now on the day i wish to pick it up, i see its 365. Am i entitled to get it at 269 ? - I have confirmation email and reserve number but I am not hopeful.....

Your reservation should be expired by now.

syl77

its says it ready to collect from store until the 28-11-14, is the 28th not inclusive as in end of today...

syl77

syl77 wrote: »

its says it ready to collect from store until the 28-11-14, is the 28th not inclusive as in end of today...

Did they not up the price on the 26th?

Kenny Logins

syl77 wrote: »

I reserved this two days ago at the 269 euro price - now on the day i wish to pick it up, i see its 365. Am i entitled to get it at 269 ? - I have confirmation email and reserve number but I am not hopeful.....

With Check & Reserve, you can make sure it's ready for you before you leave home! If items are in stock when you place your reservation, they will be held in store for you until the end of the next working day.

http://www.argos.ie/static/StaticDisplay/includeName/Reserving.htm

Worth a try if it says 28th on the reservation.

syl77

"Did they not up the price on the 26th? "
They may have, but I reserved it on the 25th, should i get it at the price i reserved it at or current price ... iv tried to ring them but to no avail.

syl77

Kenny Logins wrote: »

http://www.argos.ie/static/StaticDisplay/includeName/Reserving.htm

Worth a try if it says 28th on the reservation.

Same website states
"Please note that our prices change, sometimes on a daily basis. The price you pay is the price in store on the day you collect your items."

I'm not holding my breath...

Kenny Logins

syl77 wrote: »

"Did they not up the price on the 26th? "
They may have, but I reserved it on the 25th, should i get it at the price i reserved it at or current price ... iv tried to ring them but to no avail.

Are you sure about that reservation? I've never seen one extend beyond next day COB.

syl77

syl77 wrote: »

"Did they not up the price on the 26th? "
They may have, but I reserved it on the 25th, should i get it at the price i reserved it at or current price ... iv tried to ring them but to no avail.

Huh, I thought reservations only lasted 2 days. My bad.

syl77

Kenny Logins wrote: »

Are you sure about that reservation? I've never seen one extend beyond next day COB.

I guess I could be wrong on reservation.

Any other good sites for similarly priced D3200 NVR....

Kenny Logins

syl77 wrote: »

I guess I could be wrong on reservation.

Any other good sites for similarly priced D3200 NVR....

Some of these are on adverts. Price is bumped up, but there should be room for negotiation IMHO as there is a €25 Nikon rebate and €10 Argos gift card with them.

syl77

Kenny Logins wrote: »

Some of these are on adverts. Price is bumped up, but there should be room for negotiation IMHO as there is a €25 Nikon rebate and €10 Argos gift card with them.

Yes, seen some of them alright.

Just got a text from argos saying my item is available to collect by close of today - note when I reserved - none were in stock, so they did have to order one in, I will call in later and who knows i might get lucky..

Snake Plisken

syl77 wrote: »

Yes, seen some of them alright.

Just got a text from argos saying my item is available to collect by close of today - note when I reserved - none were in stock, so they did have to order one in, I will call in later and who knows i might get lucky..

Actually it should work if you the email with the lower price printed on it, and date was in the period when it was cheaper! I had same situation with an iPad Air, no stock in Liffey valley but could be ordered in, so by the time I went to collect price had gone up around €60 I went in and they honoured the lower price, team leader came over and approved the price change, and got it at lower price 4 days after the deal finished! Best of luck!

Kenny Logins

syl77 wrote: »

Yes, seen some of them alright.

Just got a text from argos saying my item is available to collect by close of today - note when I reserved - none were in stock, so they did have to order one in, I will call in later and who knows i might get lucky..

Fingers crossed for you.

syl77

So I got the camera at the reduced. happy days.
The girl on the counter called over the manager when she noticed the price difference and she said it was most likely a mistake (possibly Sterling price - happening alot) but would honour the price.
On top of that I got the 10 euro voucher for spending over 100euro.
note: I brought in a copy of the email in which I think definitely helped

Snake Plisken

syl77 wrote: »

So I got the camera at the reduced. happy days.
The girl on the counter called over the manager when she noticed the price difference and she said it was most likely a mistake (possibly Sterling price - happening alot) but would honour the price.
On top of that I got the 10 euro voucher for spending over 100euro.
note: I brought in a copy of the email in which I think definitely helped

Well done enjoy the camera! It's good to know that Argos honour the reservations even items ordered in at the lower price.

dodzy

syl77 wrote: »

So I got the camera at the reduced. happy days.
The girl on the counter called over the manager when she noticed the price difference and she said it was most likely a mistake (possibly Sterling price - happening alot) but would honour the price.
On top of that I got the 10 euro voucher for spending over 100euro.
note: I brought in a copy of the email in which I think definitely helped

I never seen a reservation going past the COB on the following day, apart from the fact that they were well gone at the time you reserved. Only way to get it for a longer period is to reserve on a sat morning, thus ensuring you have until COB Monday to grab it.

You were very lucky. Well done.

The_Conductor

dodzy wrote: »

I never seen a reservation going past the COB on the following day, apart from the fact that they were well gone at the time you reserved. Only way to get it for a longer period is to reserve on a sat morning, thus ensuring you have until COB Monday to grab it.

You were very lucky. Well done.

I think it was the fact that it had to be ordered in, that swung it for the poster- to be honest. Its something I've made a mental note of- and intend to use at a future point (if any such offers arise)