Mail-From: CMUFTP host CMU-CS-C received by CMU-CS-A at 14-Jan-83 15:40:11-EST
Date: Friday, 14 January 1983  13:25-EST
To:   Bovik @ CMU-CS-A
Sender: WEINSTOCK @ CMU-CS-C
From: Rick Gumpertz @ CMU-CS-A
Subject:   Camera Equipment


Several years ago I dealt with Waxman Camera in Denver.  They also go by
the name Colorado Integrity Camera.  Unlike any other of the mail order firms,
they were willing to bargain a bit.  Furthermore, they did not insist that the
800 number be used only for orders -- they were willing to resolve complaints
on that line as well.  Haven't had any recent experience with anyone.

If you want local, I suggest the Sq. Hill Fotoshop.  They are often willing
to bargain though they can't come close to mail order prices.  On the other
hand, service is much better.  I don't like Penn Camera downtwon, but have
no hard evidence against them.  Wolks is a bit better and often has the best
prices in Pgh, but is a bit impersonal.  The Media Center in Shadyside varies.
Often they are expensive, but sometimes cheap.  A limited line, however.

I have also dealt with 47th St. Camera in NY.  They overcharged me on an
order but made a prompt refund when I complained.  This seems to be their
standard practice -- get away with what they can but make good on any
complaints without a fight.

If I were to buy a camera today, I would probably only consider
Waxman, 47th, Wolks, and Sq. Hill, not sure what order.

		Rick