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Good camera shop in London?

7 years, 3 months ago - Noemie Nk

Hi,
I'm arriving in London next week, and trying to buy a Sony Alpha 7 iii.
It's impossible to find in the US - any advice on good camera shops in London where I could find one?

Thanks!

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7 years, 3 months ago - Alwyne Kennedy

There are heaps of reputable shops in London where you can buy such items. i.e. Jessops have at least two London stores. Wex has one. Park cameras have one.

And some of the larger department stores might stock that particular camera, such as John Lewis.

Response from 7 years, 3 months ago - Alwyne Kennedy SHOW

7 years, 3 months ago - Paddy Robinson-Griffin

The Park Cameras one is just off Oxford St https://www.parkcameras.com/park-cameras-london-store (very, very central London).

Be aware if you'll pay the tax-inclusive price, but may be able to recover the VAT - ask before you purchase. This one is from Park for instance Can I reclaim the VAT?
We do operate the VAT reclaim scheme. However, completed VAT reclaim forms cannot be supplied for goods sent out by mail order. This is UK law but we are able to supply you with a form for purchases made in our branches. We supply this form free of charge for sales over £400. We have to see your passport and proof of address overseas and when you leave the country you need to get the form stamped at the airport and send the stamped form back to us.

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7 years, 2 months ago - Noemie Nk

Great - thanks everyone!!

Response from 7 years, 2 months ago - Noemie Nk SHOW

7 years, 2 months ago - Alwyne Kennedy

You can get that model in the US from B@H - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1394217-REG/sony_ilce_7m3_alpha_a7_iii_mirrorless.html

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7 years, 2 months ago - George Brian Glennon

You will always get the best prices anywhere from B & H or Adorama in NYC ( both have it back-ordered). If you could rent for the time being I would hold off buying in the UK. There are many very good rental houses in London that may be able to help you out.

Response from 7 years, 2 months ago - George Brian Glennon SHOW

7 years, 2 months ago - Danny Gagatt

Price is one thing, service is another. Adorama isn't known for their service and B&H can be very arrogant. But more recently known for discrimination towards their staff https://petapixel.com/2017/08/16/bh-pay-3-22m-settle-lawsuit-filed-dept-labor/

Response from 7 years, 2 months ago - Danny Gagatt SHOW

7 years, 2 months ago - George Brian Glennon

I have a personal salesman at Adorama who has been with me for many years. My own experience has been one of outstanding personal service, many times getting an even deeper discount than advertised, and quick professional service that makes my job easier. I've also never had anything but a good experience at B & H.

Response from 7 years, 2 months ago - George Brian Glennon SHOW

7 years, 2 months ago - Noemie Nk

Hi all,
found the camera, thanks for all the help!! :)

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7 years, 2 months ago - Tony Franks

Can I ask where you ended up getting the camera?

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7 years, 2 months ago - Noemie Nk

Camera World, on Wells street.

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