.:Chris:.

Ritz Camera's online store is price matching what appears to be one of the common scam sites. Check CameraAddict.com for whatever gear you want (obviously don't ever order from there) and then go to RitzCamera.com and ask a CS rep to match their prices on whatever you're looking for.

Full details on SlickDeals: Assorted Ritz Camera Deals including Nikon 55-200 mm VR lens for $179 shipped - SlickDeals.net Forums

This probably won't last long, so make sure you get in on ASAP if you're interested. Also, they won't price match newer stuff (someone tried to get an XSi matched and Ritz wouldn't do it).

HoosierDaddy

Adorama for life!

I was thinking about getting a heart tattoo that says Adorama... opinions?

.:Chris:.

Just a quick test to see if it worked:

Please wait while we find an agent to assist you...
You are currently at position number 1 in the queue.
You have been connected to Leons J.
Leons J: Hello Chris. Welcome to RitzCamera.com. I will be glad to assist you.
Chris: Thank you
Leons J: Do you wish to price match?
Chris: Yes
Leons J: Can I have your shipping address?
Chris: (Address here)
Leons J: Please stay online while I check for the details.
Chris: Will do.
Leons J: Thank you for waiting.
Leons J: I can offer you the camera at $160.00.
Leons J: Do you wish to place an order now?
Chris: No, that is not a price match.
Leons J: I am sorry for the wrong response.
Leons J: Please ignore it.
Leons J: Please stay online while I get the required information.
Leons J: Thank you for waiting.
Leons J: The bottom line price on which we can offer the lens is $121.94.
Leons J: DO you wish to place an order?
Chris: Unfortunately that is still not a price match. I appreciate your help.
Leons J: You are welcome.
Leons J: Please note that we do have a price match calculator.
Chris: I see
Chris: where can i find this calculator?
Leons J: It does not mean that we blindly offer the item at the competitor's price./
Leons J: We follow some procedures to price match.
Leons J: You need to come on live chat or call us to do this.
Chris: Okay, I understand.
Chris: Thanks again for your help. Have a great day.
Leons J: It is my pleasure.
Leons J: You too have a great day!!
Leons J: Thank you for visiting RitzCamera.com.
Leons J: Please feel free to get back to us for further assistance.

SaturnTypeR

aww chris got no love.

.:Chris:.

Do not misunderstand, B&H has this lens for $200 and they offered it for $122. That's not "no love" in my book.

CChimpanze

For me they dropped $50 on a D80 body

TYJaMO

Did you recently purchase one? I'm trying to get a D80 kit, with either the 18-135mm lens or 18-55mm & 55-200mm.

CChimpanze

No...

.:Chris:.

Ordered a 55-200 VR for $160. B&H price is $220, Adorama is $211.

Please wait while we find an agent to assist you...
You are currently at position number 1 in the queue.
You have been connected to Trini L.
Trini L: Hello Chris. Welcome to RitzCamera.com. I will be glad to assist you.
chris: Hello
Trini L: May I have the stock number of the item you are referring to?
chris: 541531257
Trini L: Please stay on line while I look for the item.
Trini L: Thank you for waiting.
Trini L: May I have the URL of the competitor's website?
chris: http://www.cameraaddict.com/viewproduct.aspx?id=3616251
Trini L: Please stay on line while I look for the item.
chris: Will do.
Trini L: Thank you for waiting.
Trini L: May I have the zip code of your shipping address?
chris: 33762
Trini L: Please stay on line while I try to do a price match.
Trini L: Thank you for waiting.
chris: No problem.
Trini L: The bottom line price I can offer is $160.00.
chris: Okay, I will take it.
chris: Please tell me how to order.
Trini L: Shall I go ahead and place an order for you?
chris: Yes, please.
Trini L: Can I have your name as it appears on your credit card?
chris: ** INFO REMOVED **
chris: Shipping Address: ** INFO REMOVED **
chris: Billing Address: ** INFO REMOVED **
Trini L: Can I have your day time phone number and e-mail address?
chris: ** INFO REMOVED **
Trini L: Can I have your Credit Card number, Expiration Date and Csv number?
chris: *CC INFO REMOVED**
Trini L: Thank you for all the information/.
Trini L: Please stay online while I proceed with your order.
chris: Thank you.
chris: How will the order be shipped?
Trini L: Thank you for waiting.
Trini L: I have successfully placed the order for you.
Trini L: The order will be shipped through FedEx service.
Trini L: Your order number is 2125***.
chris: Ok, can I track this on your site?

The conversation went on a little from there but I forgot to copy the remainder. One thing I will tell you is that this process took about 40 minutes. Each time you say or ask something it takes 3-4 minutes to get a reply. Also, I did the 18-55 VR as shown in the first chat log in this thread but I opted not to buy it. I did the 55-200 VR and they shot me down, so I disconnected and tried again and it worked. Worth the hassle IMO.

The big ticket items are not as "competetivley" priced on the scam website, so you really only save a decent amount if you buy lower end equipment. The 70-300VR for example was only about $30 difference between normal retail (B&H) and the scam site.

HoosierDaddy

I'm tempted to get a battery grip if I can get a good deal. I'm fine with my current kit lens though lol.