p.1 #1 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
Just curious...I have an order in at B&H for a lens (100-400 GM) that is shown as "in stock" in regular (nondiscounted) configurations e.g. with filters, etc. But as an isolated lens-only purchase at EDU discount the same lens is listed as "more on the way" but not currently shipping (2-4 weeks).
My chief concern is this: Is gear sold at EDU discount different in any way than new gear sold at full price? Is EDU-discounted gear used? Returned/repackaged? In-store demo model? If that's the case I'd rather just purchase at the non-discounted price. It seems like the lens is either in stock or not if all things (other than the EDU discount) are equal.
p.1 #2 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
Have not experienced this. EDU gear should be the exact same - sometimes they do wait 6-12 months before new lenses are eligible (35 GM still isn't). I suspect if they have low stock/ limited supply, retailers won't offer the discount.
p.1 #3 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
I've hunted on B&H before for EDU items, and I think it's more just resource allocation and deals they make with manufacturers. I.e. they can only sell X% of them inventory at the EDU price and everything else has to be sold full price. That's what would make sense from a business perspective.
p.1 #4 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
zz wrote:
I've hunted on B&H before for EDU items, and I think it's more just resource allocation and deals they make with manufacturers. I.e. they can only sell X% of them inventory at the EDU price and everything else has to be sold full price. That's what would make sense from a business perspective.
I guess I should be grateful. It gives me time for my GAS to dissipate and cancel the order
p.1 #5 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
I have found no such issues dealing with Focus for EDU. I've used both and its worth comparing the EDU prices, too. However, I skip Adorama due to customer service issues encountered more than once.
p.1 #6 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
I have purchased new camera gear at both B and H and Adorama using EDU discounts. They are the same items sold in the non EDU package deals, so imagine EDU availability of a stand alone item is some sort of business decision.
How certain retailers provide EDU discounts and others do not is a bit of a mystery. I suppose it has something to do with volume sold.
I would prefer to purchase from my locally owned retailer (which I do for some things), but on big ticket items the EDU discount can be substantial.
p.1 #7 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
I've never seen that. I've purchased most if not all my Sony gear and various other things using the EDU discount through B&H. They've all been unused and in perfect condition as far as I could tell. As zz mentioned I think this is an agreement they have with the manufacturers. I've noticed that "hot" new items won't receive the discount until demand has settled a bit (atleast that's what I speculate). Not sure why the 100-400 is showing this though.
Could give adorama or focus a try. Last time I tried through adorama they required to contact them after placing the order for a price adjustment, not sure if this has changed, which is why I've only done it through B&H.
p.1 #8 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
I actually know this, I've talked with B&H at length about it. EDU gear is a different stock entirely from the regularly priced items. They are the exact same products, don't get me wrong, but the inventory is separate. If you show up in person, there's a possibility they'll help you out if it's slow and you're nice.. I would suggest buying the item, having it in front of you and the associate, and then going "oh hey can I get the edu discount?" They will spend approx 20 minutes going back and forth with management, but the answer will be yes.
p.1 #9 · EDU discounts at B&H and item availability
tripleR6 wrote:
I actually know this, I've talked with B&H at length about it. EDU gear is a different stock entirely from the regularly priced items. They are the exact same products, don't get me wrong, but the inventory is separate. If you show up in person, there's a possibility they'll help you out if it's slow and you're nice.. I would suggest buying the item, having it in front of you and the associate, and then going "oh hey can I get the edu discount?" They will spend approx 20 minutes going back and forth with management, but the answer will be yes....Show more →
I would LOVE to go to B&H "in person". Unfortunately, it would be a very long schlep from where I live
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