1/5

posted Oct-10-2011

Facts of my experience:
I saw a rock-bottom price of $169 for a Canon 55-20 IS Zoom lens and was lured into doing business with them. The item is listed as "in stock". The next day a representative called to inform me that in fact it was "out of stock" but should be available in 2 weeks. He tried to sell me a UV filter for $59. I declined and politely told him that $59 was too high a price for a UV filter. He then recommended that if I get a UV filter elsewhere, make sure it is a "HD filter". Now, I am no idiot when it comes to optics and I know that was a complete lie. I stupidly waited 2 weeks then called to ask when I could expect delivery. This time the representative told me that it would be another 2 weeks. I immediately canceled my order.

My opinion:
My opinion is that they lure customers with low prices, then do bait and switch, or try to sell overpriced accessories. I do not believe they ever planned to sell me that lens at the advertised low price.

Caveat emptor!

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