I have one pre-ordered with Adorama, but I ordered 10/21 and they don't seem to have any idea when I will actually receive one. At this point I'm happy to cancel my order if I can find a body only from anywhere else. I saw some people mentioned in other threads that they were able to pick one up from smaller shops. I live in NYC, so everywhere around here is sold out. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated.

Thanks,

Anthony

Newtonville Camera(Google the phone number) had both bodies and kits in stock as of yesterday, they just shipped me one.

>Newtonville Camera(Google the phone number) had both bodies
>and kits in stock as of yesterday, they just shipped me one.


Thanks, I just called them and they only have the display model at the moment, but they expect more soon and I'm on their list.

Anyone have other ideas?

I just purchased mine yesterday from Gary Camera. He received a shipment of D7000 body only and I snagged one right up. You can checkout their website.

http://garycameradigital.com/

His site says out of stock but I would call.

>I just purchased mine yesterday from Gary Camera. He received
>a shipment of D7000 body only and I snagged one right up. You
>can checkout their website.
>
>http://garycameradigital.com/
>
>His site says out of stock but I would call.


Thanks a lot, just spoke with them and they want 1,395 with shipping included. Waiting to hear back if they will make it rush shipping as I hate paying premiums.

Is that what you paid?

edit: I just ordered it, I hate being impatient but I would love to test the camera over the weekend and they guaranteed it for Friday. Thanks for the advice

Yes. That is what I paid. $1395.00 included shipping. I am glad I could help you out. I noticed smaller mom and pop type places have the hard to get items when the big retailers (B&H, Best Buy, J&R) run out.

What kind of lenses do you have? I don't have anything yet. I still need to make a order for some lenses. What do you recommend?

>Yes. That is what I paid. $1395.00 included shipping. I am
>glad I could help you out. I noticed smaller mom and pop type
>places have the hard to get items when the big retailers
>(B&H, Best Buy, J&R) run out.
>
>What kind of lenses do you have? I don't have anything yet. I
>still need to make a order for some lenses. What do you
>recommend?

I've got a bunch of lenses, but if you're just getting started I would say that a 24-70 2.8 is a lens that will be the best all around. I have one from Sigma and I am very happy with it. If you've got the cash I'm sure the Nikon one is better, but I just can't justify the cost. Outside of that it really depends on what you're looking to shoot. My second favourite is my 70-200 which I use when I'm shooting models or people. If you're doing landscapes then a wide angle is great, 10-22 has served me well. Macro is a lot of fun, but I haven't used it much. I also have a fish-eye that's collecting dust that hopefully I'll start using again soon.

First figure out what you shoot most often and then you will know which lens is best. But like I said, if you just want a great everyday lens then 24-70 can't be beat.

You may want to check compatibility before buying anything other than a Nikkor lens as several commentators have complained of focus issues when using certain Sigma lenses with the D7000.

I personally like the 18-200mm Nikkor lens. It makes a great "walking around" lens. If you find the original version without the zoom lock, you can save a few bucks, as the newer and older versions are internally identical. I've finally settled on the 18-200mm and a 35mm f1.8 to cover 99% of my needs.

How does the 24-70mm do without VR?

So as not to hi-jack Anthony's thread about where to find a D7000, lens-related questions such as this will be better off in our Nikkor AF Lenses Forum.

Many thanks

Brian
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I found myself a camera, I have no issue with the thread being hijacked.

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Thanks, Anthony.

Conrad's question will attract a wider range of responses in the Nikkors Forum

Brian
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Newtonville doesn't try to rip you off, sels for list of $1199

Mine arrived today from Roberts Imaging. Called Doris on Friday and got it today - free shipping and all.

Scott

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You could try here:

http://www.nowinstock.net/digitalcameras/nikon/d7000/

I suggest you do what Thom Hogan recommends which is search smaller or more obscure places for dealers who will ship. Although my city has a population of 1,000,000 we are in western Canada and that's not quite the same as NY or LA when it comes to frenzied buyers scooping up the stock. Last Friday I simply walked over to the local drugstore and bought one at their camera counter for $1200. They had lots left.

Best wishes,
JH

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