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Barry Gilbert · September 17th, 2003, 07:20 PM

This is a c/p from a website I found in Videomaker mag. Why is this camera cheaper than most? International?

Thanks,

ccicameracity.com

Canon 7920a001aa
GL2 Digital Camcorder (intl model)

Professional Quality
L-Series Fluorite Lens
20x Zoom Lens
100x Digital Zoom
Optical Image Stabilization
$1694.99

The GL2 maximizes the capability of the DV format by using 3 CCD image sensors. Each CCD is assigned to handle one of the three primary colors - Red, Green and Blue. A beam splitting prism precisely separates the light passing through the lens into individual color components, and each is sent to its own CCD. This process achieves outstanding picture detail, highly accurate color reproduction, wide dynamic range and virtually no color noise, making the GL1 suitable for many professional applications.

Alex Knappenberger · September 17th, 2003, 07:28 PM

If it sounds too good to be true, THEN IT IS!!!

www.resellerratings.com

I'm assuming by "international", they really are saying it's grey market.

Ken Tanaka · September 17th, 2003, 10:03 PM

Barry,
Do yourself a big favor and stick with reputable dealers for your camera purchase. Whether you purchase from one of our site's sponsors or another dealer make sure that you get what you pay for from an authorized Canon dealer who offers a unit covered by a warranty you can use.

You've probably worked hard (or will work hard) for the money for your new camera. Don't get bamboozled by a shadowy dealer.

Don Palomaki · September 18th, 2003, 04:22 AM

The tip off is the word 'International", which usually means it did not enter the US through the Canon USA distribution system, and thus may not have a Canon USA warranty or 30-day DOA coverage. You may find that you have to return the camera to Canon in Japan, or buy a third party warranty (really a maintenance agrreement) for warranty work in the USA, or pay Canon.

But you could call Canon and ask them what it means.

Barry Gilbert · September 18th, 2003, 06:35 PM

Thanks for your time. I just wondered what the difference in this one and the ones I see that are known good dealers. I have been saving for so long and don't want to lose all my hard earned money for some yahoo tryin' to cheat me and Canon.

Thanks again guys!

Don Palomaki · September 20th, 2003, 05:23 AM

Also, often interesting to check with the BBB (better Business Bureau) web site about places with ads that sound "too good to be true". The time invested can be illuminating.

September 17th, 2003, 07:20 PM	#1
Barry Gilbert Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Winnsboro, SC Posts: 96	I want one of these but... This is a c/p from a website I found in Videomaker mag. Why is this camera cheaper than most? International? Thanks, ccicameracity.com Canon 7920a001aa GL2 Digital Camcorder (intl model) Professional Quality L-Series Fluorite Lens 20x Zoom Lens 100x Digital Zoom Optical Image Stabilization $1694.99 The GL2 maximizes the capability of the DV format by using 3 CCD image sensors. Each CCD is assigned to handle one of the three primary colors - Red, Green and Blue. A beam splitting prism precisely separates the light passing through the lens into individual color components, and each is sent to its own CCD. This process achieves outstanding picture detail, highly accurate color reproduction, wide dynamic range and virtually no color noise, making the GL1 suitable for many professional applications. __________________ "No matter how good she looks; somebody, somewhere is tried of putting up with her crap." Randy Brazell

September 17th, 2003, 10:03 PM	#3
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Barry, Do yourself a big favor and stick with reputable dealers for your camera purchase. Whether you purchase from one of our site's sponsors or another dealer make sure that you get what you pay for from an authorized Canon dealer who offers a unit covered by a warranty you can use. You've probably worked hard (or will work hard) for the money for your new camera. Don't get bamboozled by a shadowy dealer. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

September 18th, 2003, 04:22 AM	#4
Don Palomaki Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Northern VA Posts: 4,488	The tip off is the word 'International", which usually means it did not enter the US through the Canon USA distribution system, and thus may not have a Canon USA warranty or 30-day DOA coverage. You may find that you have to return the camera to Canon in Japan, or buy a third party warranty (really a maintenance agrreement) for warranty work in the USA, or pay Canon. But you could call Canon and ask them what it means. __________________ dpalomaki@dspalomaki.com

September 18th, 2003, 06:35 PM	#5
Barry Gilbert Regular Crew Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Winnsboro, SC Posts: 96	Thanks for your time. I just wondered what the difference in this one and the ones I see that are known good dealers. I have been saving for so long and don't want to lose all my hard earned money for some yahoo tryin' to cheat me and Canon. Thanks again guys! __________________ "No matter how good she looks; somebody, somewhere is tried of putting up with her crap." Randy Brazell

September 20th, 2003, 05:23 AM	#6
Don Palomaki Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Northern VA Posts: 4,488	Also, often interesting to check with the BBB (better Business Bureau) web site about places with ads that sound "too good to be true". The time invested can be illuminating. __________________ dpalomaki@dspalomaki.com

September 17th, 2003, 07:28 PM	#2
Alex Knappenberger High School Student Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Canton, Ohio, USA Posts: 609	If it sounds too good to be true, THEN IT IS!!! www.resellerratings.com I'm assuming by "international", they really are saying it's grey market.