When I was shopping around for a DVX100B last year, I did a ton of research and looked into many different shops and online retailers, hoping to strike a killer deal. If you're in the market for a new camcorder and haven't had much experience seeking out prices, the experience can be somewhat daunting with the extraordinary number of grey market retailers. (eBay features countless grey market goods, in particular.) The grey market "refers to the flow of new goods through distribution channels other than those authorized or intended by the manufacturer or producer". In other words, if you buy a camera through a grey market shop, it will not be covered by the manufacturer's warranty because it has been imported illegally from another country. Not only that, but any potential rebates will not be applicable. Although I don't know of any grey market camera shop "master list", this thread on DVXUser.com is at least one valuable resource for identifying shady retailers. Brooklyn is infamous for its grey market shops, and there are other warning signs that might indicate a grey market seller. If you see a price that is too good to be true, it more than likely is just that. Ultimately, it's important to be an intelligent shopper, and identify trustworthy sellers and stick with them.Grey market warnings
When I was shopping around for a DVX100B last year, I did a ton of research and looked into many different shops and online retailers, hoping to strike a killer deal. If you're in the market for a new camcorder and haven't had much experience seeking out prices, the experience can be somewhat daunting with the extraordinary number of grey market retailers. (eBay features countless grey market goods, in particular.) The grey market "refers to the flow of new goods through distribution channels other than those authorized or intended by the manufacturer or producer". In other words, if you buy a camera through a grey market shop, it will not be covered by the manufacturer's warranty because it has been imported illegally from another country. Not only that, but any potential rebates will not be applicable. Although I don't know of any grey market camera shop "master list", this thread on DVXUser.com is at least one valuable resource for identifying shady retailers. Brooklyn is infamous for its grey market shops, and there are other warning signs that might indicate a grey market seller. If you see a price that is too good to be true, it more than likely is just that. Ultimately, it's important to be an intelligent shopper, and identify trustworthy sellers and stick with them.







