Is this price for real? at DVinfo.net

Chet Kenisell · August 16th, 2007, 03:53 PM

I'm not sure of the rules on this forum, so I'll tread lightly, but please delete this post if it's not within the rules. I know it's usually not right to talk about pricing on sites like this.

I won't link to any of the sites (anybody taht uses Google to search "Canon XL-H1 DV forum" can see the links), but can the XL-H1 (with lens) be had for $3,049? That's pretty far from the $9,000 MSRP of this camera. Wouldn't you say? Maybe I've been out of the loop for a while and this camera really has come this far down in price, but that seems awefully low.

I just don't want to get screwed, but it appears as though multiple online retailers are selling at that price.

Is Canon releasing an XL-H2 or something that I don't know about?

Chris Barcellos · August 16th, 2007, 04:20 PM

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Marco Wagner · August 16th, 2007, 04:31 PM

Chet,

I ALMOST fell for one of those. I ordered a still camera, EOS Rebel, and got a call the next day, a verification call. Seems normal. They then proceeded to ask me if I wanted the other parts to the camera. Parts? What other parts? They said the camera I ordered was an empty casing and I would need to spend $500 for the internal components, and $200 for the software and USB cable!!!

I said "First of all your ad doesn't say that so that is bait and switch"

and

"Second of all I have a $6 mem card reader that bypasses the software needed AND the pricey USB cable you're trying to sell me, please cancel my order."

THE END.

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Chet Kenisell · August 16th, 2007, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marco Wagner

They then proceeded to ask me if I wanted the other parts to the camera. Parts? What other parts? They said the camera I ordered was an empty casing and I would need to spend $500 for the internal components, and $200 for the software and USB cable!

I figured this was the deal. Although I've never experienced before, I've heard those types of stories. The only problem with their little bait and switch is that they say on their web site that it is "New in Box" and "Factory Fresh". The description also talks about the lens (so that shouldn't be sold separately). Their store also has high ratings. I guess those are all a part of the scam. I just looked at McAfee's site advisor and they are marked with a red X. Definitely a scam.

Alex Tosuni · August 16th, 2007, 08:11 PM

it definitely is a scam... as i went through a similar story as Marco Wagner did...

Joe Batt · August 18th, 2007, 10:38 PM

Just to briefly back up the other responses, I e-mailed some of those companies and never got a response. you'll never see the camera or your money again. DON'T DO IT!

Chris Hurd · August 18th, 2007, 11:27 PM

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August 16th, 2007, 03:53 PM	#1
Chet Kenisell Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 42	Is this price for real? I'm not sure of the rules on this forum, so I'll tread lightly, but please delete this post if it's not within the rules. I know it's usually not right to talk about pricing on sites like this. I won't link to any of the sites (anybody taht uses Google to search "Canon XL-H1 DV forum" can see the links), but can the XL-H1 (with lens) be had for $3,049? That's pretty far from the $9,000 MSRP of this camera. Wouldn't you say? Maybe I've been out of the loop for a while and this camera really has come this far down in price, but that seems awefully low. I just don't want to get screwed, but it appears as though multiple online retailers are selling at that price. Is Canon releasing an XL-H2 or something that I don't know about? __________________ Chet

August 16th, 2007, 04:20 PM	#2
Chris Barcellos Inner Circle Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Elk Grove CA Posts: 6,838	If its too good to be true, then it is too good to be true. The general rule here is to use trusted suppliers, and you will only be disappointed by these outlandish price listings....DVInfo actually has trusted and fairly priced suppliers and dealers that are sponsers on this site, and its members are encouraged to support them. __________________ Chris J. Barcellos

August 16th, 2007, 04:31 PM	#3
Marco Wagner Trustee Join Date: May 2005 Location: Saint Cloud, Florida Posts: 1,043	Chet, I ALMOST fell for one of those. I ordered a still camera, EOS Rebel, and got a call the next day, a verification call. Seems normal. They then proceeded to ask me if I wanted the other parts to the camera. Parts? What other parts? They said the camera I ordered was an empty casing and I would need to spend $500 for the internal components, and $200 for the software and USB cable!!! I said "First of all your ad doesn't say that so that is bait and switch" and "Second of all I have a $6 mem card reader that bypasses the software needed AND the pricey USB cable you're trying to sell me, please cancel my order." THE END. __________________ www.facebook.com/projectspecto

August 16th, 2007, 04:35 PM	#4
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August 16th, 2007, 08:11 PM	#6
Alex Tosuni New Boot Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Francisco, USA Posts: 9	it is a scam that will cost you more... it definitely is a scam... as i went through a similar story as Marco Wagner did...

August 18th, 2007, 10:38 PM	#7
Joe Batt Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Forest Ranch, CA Posts: 106	Just to briefly back up the other responses, I e-mailed some of those companies and never got a response. you'll never see the camera or your money again. DON'T DO IT!

August 18th, 2007, 11:27 PM	#8
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