Best place to buy a Canon 500 f4 lens...?

[Don Blue]

I'm getting ready to order a new 500 f4...can anyone recommend anywhere else besides B&H....?

Thanks,
Don

[Fabs Forns]

B&H...........:)

[James Shadle]

You could try Hunt's Photo, I have never had a problem with them (or B&H).
James

[Don Blue]

Thanks...I'll check out Hunts...

The reason I'm not buying it from B&H is...I recently ordered over 2K worth of gear from them and when the box arrived it had a hole big enough to stick your head in and you could see all the items inside with two small pieces of bubble wrap...the box was way too large and flimsy and it was clearly evident that they did not even try to pack the items in any way to protect them... I just can't bring myself to spend this kind of money on a lens and have to worry about it getting here undamaged due to poor packing.

Thanks...

[Arthur Morris]

Give Gary Farber at Hunt's a call and tell him that I sent you. Then make sure he beats the B&H price <smile> When shopping for large items always comparison shop and always make sure that you are not gonna get ripped off on shipping...

later and love, artie

[Alfred Forns]

Another vote for Hunt's Can highly recommend !!!!

[Don Blue]

Give Gary Farber at Hunt's a call and tell him that I sent you. Then make sure he beats the B&H price <smile> When shopping for large items always comparison shop and always make sure that you are not gonna get ripped off on shipping...

later and love, artie

Thanks very much...I will give him a call tomorrow....:)

[Steve Metildi]

Allen's Camera in Pennsylvania is outstanding. I've ordered numerous lenses and bodies from them. They have a simple website with only a couple phone numbers but they provide outstanding service. They are usually slightly less expensive than B&H as well.

Steve

[Steve Foss]

In the four years since I've taken the dive into digital photography, I've only ever ordered from Canoga Camera, except for a few rare instances when I needed something overnight and they were out of stock. I found them through a Web search and phoned them to talk things over before buying my first digital body and high quality lens.

Their prices are among the lowest on the Net, their shipping is reasonable and their service is excellent and fast.

[James Prudente]

Another vote for Allen's Camera in PA. Allen and his staff are very helpful and his prices are great.

Jim

[Bob Ettinger]

Allen's Camera is the best

[Heather Forcier]

Definitely call Allen's, his service is excellent and prices are great. Enjoy that 500 f/4!

[Christine Hudnall]

Another vote for Allen's! :) Website has been 'coming soon' forever, but just give him a call. I've even had him ship me something quickly out to Bosque when I needed it.

As Heather stated, service is excellent and prices are great. Have fun with new lens! :)

Allen's Camera Shop:

PA. local phone: 215.547.2841
Toll free phone: 888-547-2841

[Don Blue]

Thanks very much for all the replies....I've got several choices to choose from now...:)

Thanks again...

[Don Blue]

Thanks again to all that recommended Allen"s Camera...I just ordered my new 500 f/4 lens from him today!!!! I can't wait to get it....:D

[Jim Mooney]

Nice to see all the recommendations for Allen's. They're my local shop and they are a top notch outfit.