What is a reconditioned lens?

It can be many things, it might’ve been a repaired lens, or just one that was returned and afterwards only cleaned up cosmetically. “Refurbished” is a fairly broad term and you generally won’t find out the fine details about a specific product..

Can I return a refurbished Canon camera?

Refurbished Products

Products are returned to Canon for a variety of reasons, including overstock balancing, miscellaneous returns from retailers, suspected mis-operation, and minor damage to the box.

How can you tell if a camera is refurbished?

IIRC; refurbished units come in grey boxes, units bought new will be in printed boxes with the serial number of the camera on the side.

What is the Canon upgrade program?

This program allows you to purchase a new or refurbished inkjet printer, inkjet multifunction printer, or scanner directly from Canon USA at a discount.

What is B&H return policy?

B&H (or B&H Photo Video) gives you 30 days to return your product, regardless of how you bought it. The same return period applies to the products bought from the Used Department. The equipment must be in the same condition and packaging as it was when you purchased it.

Does Canon offer a trade in program?

Canon offers the Canon Loyalty Program that allows you to replace your current camera for a discounted fee. The original non-functioning camera would then be returned to Canon USA for recycling using a prepaid shipping label that would be provided.

How much of a discount is the Canon upgrade program?

They work by giving you a small discount on a new camera or camera lens combination, 5-15%, something like that. I’ve used it at least twice when the discount was 20%. Basically, you give them the model and serial number of your broken camera. They then offer a discount on the new one, that includes refurbished ones.

What is the Canon loyalty program?

In a nutshell, the Canon Loyalty Program (CLP) allows you to trade broken/damaged cameras towards the purchase of a refurbished camera. (Sometimes you can even trade up to a refurbished body and refurbished lens.)

Is it better to buy refurbished or new? You’re probably better off buying a new smartphone over a refurbished one. Shopping for refurbished products can potentially save you a boatload of money, and since the most reputable manufacturers also offer warranties on these items, you’re mostly covered in the event that something goes wrong with whatever you buy.

Why are all Canon lenses out of stock?

Canon today released a list of RF lenses that will be hard to come by due to shortages. Since Covid-19, manufacturers have been struggling to meet customer demand. Canon has been dealing with serious issues delivering RF lenses to market in a timely manner.

Are Sony refurbished products good?

If you are purchasing a refurbished Sony product from a Sony retailer, chances are good that the product will work fine since the company does not want to tarnish its image. If you’re buying a refurbished product from a third-party, there’s no telling who did the testing and repairs.

Are Canon EF lenses being phased out?

A Canon spokesperson told us: “The reports stating that Canon has ended manufacturing of EF lenses are not true. While we are indeed expanding our lineup of RF lenses as the global market shifts toward mirrorless products, we continue to value our customers who use EF lenses.”

Is Canon getting rid of EF lenses?

Over the last month, Canon has been reportedly discontinuing EF lenses as the company focuses on mirrorless. While most regions have been silent when questioned on the subject, Canon Australia has released a statement explaining that the process is more about optimization, not wholesale abandonment.

Is it better to get new or refurbished?

A refurbished device was either pre-owned or used as a display item. However, refurbished products go through the same testing process as new devices do, so any defect is found and repaired, and any faulty part is replaced. They work as well as new products but have a discounted price because of their refurb tag.

Which Canon lenses are discontinued? Canon Has Discontinued All But Nine EF Prime Lenses: Report

• EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM.
• EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM.
• EF 50mm f/1.2L USM.
• EF 50mm f/1.4 USM.
• EF 50mm f/1.8 STM.
• EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM.
• EF 85mm f/1.8 USM.
• EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM.

Are mirrorless cameras better than DSLRs? The DSLR offers a wider selection of interchangeable lenses, longer battery life, and better low-light shooting thanks to the optical viewfinder. On the other hand, mirrorless cameras are lighter, more portable, offer better video quality even in lower-end models, and can shoot more images at faster shutter speeds.

Do sigma lenses work on Canon EF? Can Sigma lenses be used on a Canon? Yes, that’s the beauty of Sigma’s Art line of lenses: they’re designed to work with Sigma, Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Pentax cameras. Sigma’s Global Vision lenses are designed to be used on the widest range of cameras possible.

What refurbished means?

1Does refurbished mean “used”? No, refurbished products aren’t really “used.” They’re usually items that were returned due to a production defect, damage that occurred during shipping or a customer’s change of heart.

Is Canon going to discontinue DSLR?

According to Canon’s Chairman and CEO Fujio Mitarai, their next flagship SLR camera will be the last. They’ve even stopped production on new EF lenses. While they’ll consider making consumer-level DSLR cameras in the near future, Canon’s long-term plan is to focus on the mirrorless format.

Is it good to buy refurbished?

Don’t buy any product, refurbed or brand new, that is advertised “as-is” because that takes away any implied warranty a product might have. The buyer risks getting a product that may not even work properly. Simply because a device starts doesn’t mean it can go online, get a signal, etc.

Is pre-owned or refurbished better?

Pre-owned is just plain used. Factory refurbished means a certified technician took it apart and fixed whatever was broken or worn out. Refurbished is better. Used is like a car – it’s unknown.

Is refurbished better than new?

A refurbished device was either pre-owned or used as a display item. However, refurbished products go through the same testing process as new devices do, so any defect is found and repaired, and any faulty part is replaced. They work as well as new products but have a discounted price because of their refurb tag.

How do I know if my Canon camera is GREY market?

A grey market lens simply means Canon didn’t import the lens and it does not carry a US warranty; usually the dealer handles the warranty claims. The only way to know for sure is to contact Canon with the serial number and ask them if it’s a USA copy.

Where do refurbished cameras come from?

The majority to be refurbished equipment are retail returns. These returns are usually because the buyer or gift recipient can’t get equipment to work for them! (Seriously) The other source of gear is from retired in-store demo units.

How can I tell if my Canon camera is real? Security Labels on Products. Security labels such as hologram stickers are implemented on certain product packaging to help customers identify genuine Canon products. View the slideshow to see how the hologram colour changes when viewed from different angles!