I recently purchased a Canon lens that I had researched extensively. The price on 42nd Street Photo's site was cheaper than all the others I could find and offered free shipping. I strayed from my usual company that I do business for this deal.
I found the website easy to use and was able to pay securely with Paypal so I took a chance. However, the next day I received a phone call from someone at the store who called to 'confirm' my address then proceeded to try and upsell me on another lens and some equipment. He was rather pushy and I was not impressed.
Shipping was fast and free (via UPS) so I cannot complain about that. However, after I received the lens one thing was glaringly lacking from the box. The warranty card. The item listing said 'US Warranty' but there was none to be found. I'm skeptical of the 'new' description of the lens as well.
Overall, the prices were good and the shipping was fast but I'm reluctant to use this company again. Pushy sales people and the item is, well, not exactly as described. I'd say use Adorama instead. I'll be taking my business back to them.
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