A shop with such sales behavior does not deserve the word 'trusted' - in my opinion.The only thing is they would keep asking you about buying other lens that you may not require so you got to know how to evade those questions.
A shop with such sales behavior does not deserve the word 'trusted' - in my opinion.The only thing is they would keep asking you about buying other lens that you may not require so you got to know how to evade those questions.
Some swear by it, but many have also complained about them. It seems most of the complaints come from the Funan branch. But do your homework and keep your eyes open and you will be fine. If something feels wrong, just walk away. Never pay before you have the goods in your hands.
I always dealt with the same guy at Alan photo. not pushy or anything and quite helpful. I guess it comes down to who you deal with. then again, still have to do homework just in case they pull a fast one on you . but don't think they will do that to jeopardise the long term relationship.
Alan photo also can't be trusted. In my past posting, I was telling how AP tried to sell those cheapo lens converter for abt $260 to my friend. They behaved like those SL shops
Argh I bought one....n never returned to that damn shop. Never patronise Alan Photo Funan. Ever.
what do you guys mean by overcharging?
I have made 3 enquires on the Canon 24-105mm f/4L
Audiohouse $1460
Cathay $1299
MS Color $999
Online:
Technogadgets: $908
Alan photo also can't be trusted.
In my past posting, I was telling how AP tried to sell those cheapo lens converter for abt $260 to my friend. They behaved like those SL shops
I know from last time long long time ago. So I never go there one. Salesman changed a lot over the years, but Leopard never change. Because the management allow such behavior.
Did we ever hear of such problems from Cathay? No, because they are managed well.
Thanks for the recommendations, everyone. I came across this forum looking for a good place to buy a prosumer camera.
I've always bought my previous cameras from Alan Photo (SLS) in the past but it's also great to learn about other good alternatives like Cathay Photo, which appears very established and doesn't hesitate to provide quotations.
As with anything, it's best to do your own homework and call up the shops to price compare once you've decided on the model. My experience with Alan Photo has been mostly favourable over the years---they don't freak out when you ask to look at the camera and not buy immediately and are generally knowledgeable---but it sounds like they have do have a couple of rotten apples in their sales staff to watch out for. Cheers.
in my experience, I've purchased units from 3:16, TK, Click and accessories from TK and I didn't have any issues. Cathay prices are competitive too, may soon buy from them. But I would stay away from Artwork - they make me feel that you're not welcomed - their next question when I ask for a quote would be "are you buying now or just asking?"....i quite don't understand why they would reply as such.
3:16 is no longer in business. And there are reports the owners still owe people money and equipment...
http://www.clubsnap.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1540396&highlight=j316
in my experience, I've purchased units from 3:16, TK, Click and accessories from TK and I didn't have any issues. Cathay prices are competitive too, may soon buy from them. But I would stay away from Artwork - they make me feel that you're not welcomed - their next question when I ask for a quote would be "are you buying now or just asking?"....i quite don't understand why they would reply as such.
the underlining message is "IF you are willing to close the deal NOW, I WILL make you a SPECIAL offer, if it is not, I will just tell you the STANDARD CANNED REPLY."
yes, i understand this. rephrasing my thoughts - why not answer with the 'special' offer the 1st time around and be done with it right? but that's just me...i can't really recommend them.
going back to the topic, also purchased a few accessories at red dot, no issues with them.
yes, i understand this. rephrasing my thoughts - why not answer with the 'special' offer the 1st time around and be done with it right? but that's just me...i can't really recommend them.
going back to the topic, also purchased a few accessories at red dot, no issues with them.