joker7 Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Anybody gone out and looked at all the options of buying a good camera in Pattaya ? Is Tkom that bad ? Any better choices, Central maybe ? Need to spend between 15-30k or so. Righto get back to me. J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevef Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 on the third floor in t com is a camera shop turn right after the escalator the guy in charge there is actually a proffessional photographer as well he always has the lowest prices on cameras and equipment and will normally discount even further speaks good enough english and is always willing to advise.Hope this is a help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmac Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 on the third floor in t com is a camera shop turn right after the escalator the guy in charge there is actually a proffessional photographer as well he always has the lowest prices on cameras and equipment and will normally discount even further speaks good enough english and is always willing to advise.Hope this is a help. I second that if it's the one I think you mean. Called Best Camera and has very good prices, think I referred to it 'English style' as on the 2nd floor in another thread, but yes, up 2 flights of escalators turn right and about the first shop you come across. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss1960 Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Need to spend between 15-30k or so. If you "need" to spend that money, you can find quality brand cams in most shops on third floor of Central Festival Sent from my HTC One XL 4G using Thaivisa Connect App Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmac Posted January 6, 2013 Share Posted January 6, 2013 Need to spend between 15-30k or so. If you "need" to spend that money, you can find quality brand cams in most shops on third floor of Central Festival Sent from my HTC One XL 4G using Thaivisa Connect App And on that floor in Central he will certainly spend it, and probably a lot more, and get a lot less camera for his money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss1960 Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Need to spend between 15-30k or so. If you "need" to spend that money, you can find quality brand cams in most shops on third floor of Central Festival Sent from my HTC One XL 4G using Thaivisa Connect App And on that floor in Central he will certainly spend it, and probably a lot more, and get a lot less camera for his money. And in tuk he might not be able to spend 30k for a cam... but he "needs" to spend it Sent from my HTC One XL 4G using Thaivisa Connect App Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FracturedRabbit Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Most of the big brands fix their prices. There is wider selection of cameras at Big Camera in Central than you may find in other outlets. Wherever you go, you are not going to get impartial or particularly informed advice. For your budget, some research might be in order rather than just walking into a camera shop with 30k and asking what they've got; the choices will be bewildering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmac Posted January 7, 2013 Share Posted January 7, 2013 Most of the big brands fix their prices. There is wider selection of cameras at Big Camera in Central than you may find in other outlets. Wherever you go, you are not going to get impartial or particularly informed advice. For your budget, some research might be in order rather than just walking into a camera shop with 30k and asking what they've got; the choices will be bewildering. I think there is some leeway on prices depending on the warranty on the camera. As I understood it when I was buying the places with lower prices sell with a limited warranty, I think restricted to Thailand, whereas the higher/normal price includes a worldwide warranty. Big Camera and other Central stores obviously will fall into the latter category catering as they do to a large extent to the foreign market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongTimeLurker Posted January 9, 2013 Share Posted January 9, 2013 When looking for a cemera I checked online and found a store in Bangkok that was 3,000 Baht cheaper than anywhere else so got the bus there and bought it, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topt Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Most of the big brands fix their prices. There is wider selection of cameras at Big Camera in Central than you may find in other outlets. Wherever you go, you are not going to get impartial or particularly informed advice. For your budget, some research might be in order rather than just walking into a camera shop with 30k and asking what they've got; the choices will be bewildering. I think there is some leeway on prices depending on the warranty on the camera. As I understood it when I was buying the places with lower prices sell with a limited warranty, I think restricted to Thailand, whereas the higher/normal price includes a worldwide warranty. Big Camera and other Central stores obviously will fall into the latter category catering as they do to a large extent to the foreign market. I bought a Nikon F5100 SLR on Xmas day at one of the shops in Tukcom - may have been Best or Big Camera. You are right about the warranty. There was one lady on the same floor who's prices were 2-3k cheaper but was only a "local" shop warranty. The others are world wide. Went also to Central and generally little difference in the prices but received 4MG card in Tukcom whereas Central stores only offering 2MG included. Also the assisitant in the store we chose seemed more knowledgable and helpful. I had researched using review sites to narrow down first otherwise it is impossible to chooses between all the different makes and models - especially as I know nothing about cameras anyway and the purchase was not for me! I did however get back the vat when I flew out on Sunday..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiBob Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I would advise a potential camera buyer to use extreme caution when buying at tukcom or Pantip in BKK. Yes, there are reputable dealers at tukcom, that are usually the chains and have locations throughout Thailand (Powerbuy, IT, NewWave, Big Camera, etc.) and a reputation to protect. Also, they will not charge you 2-4% if you use a credit card (highly recommended). Central Festival has a better selection but not near that of BKK. If you buy a memory card at tukcom from one of the small shops there is almost a 100% chance it will be a knockoff. I was at NewWave at Central last year and over heard the conversation between the owner and some Russians that their new Iphone (the Russians) purchased at tukcom was a copy. Buyer beware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SidJames Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 If you're going to be in the UK anytime soon then it may be worth visiting Jessops for a deal. They are an established camera specialist outfit ground into administration by camera phones. The risk is that you might not be able to go back to the shop if there's an issue but there are always manufacturers guarentees & Jessops stock is most likely to be kosher http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-20958659 http://www.jessops.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiBob Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 If you're going to be in the UK anytime soon then it may be worth visiting Jessops for a deal. They are an established camera specialist outfit ground into administration by camera phones. The risk is that you might not be able to go back to the shop if there's an issue but there are always manufacturers guarentees & Jessops stock is most likely to be kosher http://www.bbc.co.uk...siness-20958659 http://www.jessops.com/ Jessops has its problems: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/retailer-jessops-enters-administration-162719309.html;_ylt=A2KJ3CTDjO5QSXQA_dCTmYlQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiNiro Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Most of the big brands fix their prices. There is wider selection of cameras at Big Camera in Central than you may find in other outlets. Wherever you go, you are not going to get impartial or particularly informed advice. For your budget, some research might be in order rather than just walking into a camera shop with 30k and asking what they've got; the choices will be bewildering. I think there is some leeway on prices depending on the warranty on the camera. As I understood it when I was buying the places with lower prices sell with a limited warranty, I think restricted to Thailand, whereas the higher/normal price includes a worldwide warranty. Big Camera and other Central stores obviously will fall into the latter category catering as they do to a large extent to the foreign market. I bought a Nikon F5100 SLR on Xmas day at one of the shops in Tukcom - may have been Best or Big Camera. You are right about the warranty. There was one lady on the same floor who's prices were 2-3k cheaper but was only a "local" shop warranty. The others are world wide. Went also to Central and generally little difference in the prices but received 4MG card in Tukcom whereas Central stores only offering 2MG included. Also the assisitant in the store we chose seemed more knowledgable and helpful. I had researched using review sites to narrow down first otherwise it is impossible to chooses between all the different makes and models - especially as I know nothing about cameras anyway and the purchase was not for me! I did however get back the vat when I flew out on Sunday..... I believe the discount camera outlets are selling grey market or refurbished items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bri1guy Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 (edited) There is a Camera store in Central center Pattaya, has lots of cameras in the windows all kinds of prices what you are looking for. The cameras includes a warranty which if it breaks or has a problem you can bring it back which I have done in the past & they are happy to take care of you.. I am always coming back to Ptty so its where I get a new cameras Edited January 14, 2013 by Rimmer Font Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joker7 Posted January 17, 2013 Author Share Posted January 17, 2013 (edited) Walked into Tukom actually on the same day as my post and bought a Nikon D5100 from the shop recommended, 3rd floor do a U turn and its right there on your right hand side. Actually asked the Thai bloke which camera he prefers Nikon / Canon etc. He has them all in his window. He mentioned the Nikon has better quality pictures. So took the deal he offered for camera + 8MB card + case etc for 18,000 baht. Thought it to be pretty good deal. Even went back a few days later for a few learning tips - Top bloke and recommended. Edited January 17, 2013 by joker7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiBob Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Congratulations on your purchase. The price is ok for Thailand. The model you purchased has been replaced by the superior D5200 (and more costly). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiNiro Posted January 21, 2013 Share Posted January 21, 2013 Now comes the expensive part. Getting hooked on quality lenses. Where to start? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris2004 Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 Does anyone know if any of these shops offer part exchange for cameras. I've got an older Nikon D70 which i would like to upgrade. It seems a shame just to ditch it and a p/x would help with the upgrade costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiBob Posted January 22, 2013 Share Posted January 22, 2013 I don't think you will get much for it to help offset the cost of a new camera. Why not keep it as a backup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmyd Posted January 23, 2013 Share Posted January 23, 2013 (edited) He mentioned the Nikon has better quality pictures. That's an opinion not shared by many people and an extreme oversimplification. Good advice would have been to get a cheap body, probably used, for a start and a halfway decent lens. He was trying to sell you a camera, not help you. Edited January 23, 2013 by Jimmyd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joker7 Posted January 23, 2013 Author Share Posted January 23, 2013 I guess that is your opinion Jimmyd. Though I would never buy 2nd hand electronics - especially in Thailand. If he was trying to sell me a camera he would have sold me one for 30,000 baht and not 18,000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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