I say it's Not! Not! Not!l...but that just my opinion...
boyskier
New Member
posted: Sep. 11, 2008 @ 1:32p
Sorry for the excitement. I thought $350 off a $799 purchase was a pretty good find.
mikew151
Member
posted: Sep. 11, 2008 @ 1:41p
boyskier said: Sorry for the excitement. I thought $350 off a $799 purchase was a pretty good find.
It is for people that want Sony DSLR, most are Canon or Nikon. I applied for it, I think it's really hot deal. I didnt get instant approval though
mattcube64
New Member
posted: Sep. 11, 2008 @ 1:50p
Hey, I've been looking for a nice DSLR, and this seems like it'd be right up my alley!
However, I'm curious if I'd get approved. I'm a young college student with a pretty good score (704, last time I checked). I just got approved for a Citi card with a $1200 limit just a couple months ago... what are the odds I could get approved for this, too? Anybody know this stuff like the back of their hand and could help me out? I don't wanna apply and lower my score a bit if there's not much hope of getting approved...
The ad says that tax is included - a few more dollars savings for those who live in most states. It is not clear if it includes the lens or if it is body only - but I believe that it will include the lens kit. Too bad both my wife and I already have the Sony card.
boyskier
New Member
posted: Sep. 11, 2008 @ 1:55p
I've been playing these credit card offers for a long time. Now it seems the offers are even getting better. "704 is a great score" Just keep you credit clean. If you dont get approved right away usually I call the bank and ask why. Then I tell them I have a comprtitor card and 9 times out of ten I'll get a restricted card usually a $500 line. Work the card for 6 Months and your score gets better and the next card is even easier to get. KEEP YOUR CREDIT CLEAN
mattcube64
New Member
posted: Sep. 11, 2008 @ 2:26p
Cool... yeah, I've been trying really hard to keep a great credit record going.
I guess I'll just go for it, and see what they say....
Good price! I'd buy it if I didn't already have the A100. Nice camera. The A900 was announced yesterday, and it's a real $3K beast. Available pre-order at SonyStyle.com if you have't looked yet.
EDIT: For those on the fence; consider that my experience with the Sony has been excellent and I'm coming from a history of high quality film cameras. The other day, I had the chance to play with a Canon XTi something or another and it felt cheap, when compared to my A100. Almost a pity too, that Canon later that day sported the 85mm 1.2 jesus-lens. I've had a chance to handle the A350 at Best Buy and it was as nice a build as my A100, though I do think the shutter lock and the DOF preview is essential which only the A100 has. Just assembled a lens? You can hold the DOF button down and while in aperture priority, twirl the finger switch and step through the stops while looking into the lens to double-check the f-stop positions. In all, the Sony is definitely solidly built, a pleasure to lift from the box $350 off ...
Kenmasters34
New Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 12:14a
Also a big advantage of Sony over CanonNikon is the Long run cost... if you plan on buying a couple of lenses.
1) Canons/Nikons come with 18-55mm lenses standard. Not much zoom 2) Sony has IS built in the Camera 3) You can use Minolta AF mount lenses which have been around for over 20 years.
That means any lens you buy will have Image Stabilization. New prices on Sony lenses are usually very cheap compared to IS/VR canon/nikon lenses. If you go used... you can save even more. For instance, my lenses include Minolta 50mm F1.7=$60(usually $100 or so on eBay) Minolta 28mm F2.8=Part of pack that I earned $10 on Minolta 100-200mm F4.5=$60 shipped Minolta 28-85mm=$50 shipped Sony 18-200mm=$275 shipped.
Compare that to the cost of Canon IS lenses... I would bet the savings are in the quadruple digits, if they even make them in IS. Of course, I heard that Canons/Nikons are slightly better in IQ. I am just talking $$$ here.
I would definately get this... if only I didnt already have an A300. =(
Snipersheep
Tired Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 12:20a
Thanks OP, I forwarded the information to two people I know who are lookings for DSLRs. This is definitely a good price. If I didn't already have A300K from a previous Circuit City deal, I'd be all over this.
Slammin
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 7:17a
TowHead said: Good price! I've had a chance to handle the A350 at Best Buy and it was as nice a build as my A100, though I do think the shutter lock and the DOF preview is essential which only the A100 has.
I have the A100 from the Sears deal not so good a deal but I paid $350 did not get the price match to $202 as some people did.
Anyway I also have a canon 20D prior to that I had all minolta rigs and have plenty of old minolta lenses. I was going to return the A100 to get in on this deal. What do you think should I keep the A100 or jump on the new king of the hill a350. From looking at the Sony site it looks like that offer is for the kit. Not sure what lens but a kit for sure.
tqlla3k
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 7:50a
Its for the Kit. DSLR-A350K = Kit.
Slammin, I'd jump in on the deal if I were you. Sell your A100. I see them going for 300+ on auction. Take good pictures and a give a good description.
Couple of Negative marks on the A350 vs A100. 1) Setting changes are slower because the A350 uses menu driven system, instead of knob system like the A100. 2) No Depth of field button 3) Smaller viewfinder(to accomodate Live View)
Positives 1) 14.2MP 2) Foldable Live view 3) Better IQ overall
dr4gon
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 12:11p
If you don't mind me asking, where did you find this link? Is it legitamate?
Deal is dead (or at least seriously crippled) as Sony changed the promo last night to $100. Thanks for nothing, Sony, I can get $100 off list just by shopping around.
mikew151
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 12:54p
Toddler said: Deal is dead (or at least seriously crippled) as Sony changed the promo last night to $100. Thanks for nothing, Sony, I can get $100 off list just by shopping around.
Where did you find that out? and what is that mean for people who already apply? that would be sucked if that's true, i applied yesterday and if i didnt get it that mean I am wasting my inquiries for nothing
dr4gon
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 2:33p
No the link still works.
$100 is this link: http://www.sonyrewards.com/en/gateway/?offerlink=ikcam
note the different offer code.... (also found on fw).
I'm just skeptical since it's a CC application and I have no idea where it's coming from.
woonwoon
Addicted Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 2:41p
mikew151 said: Toddler said: Deal is dead (or at least seriously crippled) as Sony changed the promo last night to $100. Thanks for nothing, Sony, I can get $100 off list just by shopping around.
Where did you find that out? and what is that mean for people who already apply? that would be sucked if that's true, i applied yesterday and if i didnt get it that mean I am wasting my inquiries for nothing
It still works $350 off is you apply for the SonyStyle card
Supercrew
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 3:01p
I applied for the CC and received instant approval. 24 hours later and still no email response.
dr4gon said: spacejamz said: Supercrew said: I applied for the CC and received instant approval. 24 hours later and still no email response.
ditto...
I got a little concerned, so I called the Sony Rewards number to verify that they did approve an account for me today and they did confirm it...
did you ask about the promotion ($450 a350) and when they would be sending it?
no I didn't...just wanted to confirm that the 'application' was legit...so unless they were able to hijack the Sony site where I got the number to call, everything should be okay...[/crosses fingers]
dr4gon
Member
posted: Sep. 12, 2008 @ 8:59p
great thanks
hopefully you get that email within the 48 hour stated period!
so what happens after they approved? do i wait for the email w/ the CC info? or do i have to wait 2 weeks for the snail mail to come and then I can order?
*edit* nvm, just read the flyer. I guess I'll just have to wait for the email w/ the ordering info. Great deal
Dascud
Addicted Member
posted: Sep. 14, 2008 @ 12:37p
I applied for the card and was instantly approved on Thursday. Still havent received an email although the page mentioned 48hrs. Anyone receive the email with details yet ?
Supercrew
Member
posted: Sep. 14, 2008 @ 12:44p
Dascud said: I applied for the card and was instantly approved on Thursday. Still havent received an email although the page mentioned 48hrs. Anyone receive the email with details yet ?
Dascud said: I applied for the card and was instantly approved on Thursday. Still havent received an email although the page mentioned 48hrs. Anyone receive the email with details yet ?
Maybe they mean 48 business hours?
And thanks to the OP. I ordered an A300 from Amazon recently, and the LiveView display is having problems. I'm still well within the return period, so I had already decided to return it, and rebuy the same exact thing. However, I happened to see this post, and now I'm going to be able to get an A350 for $150 less than I initially paid for the A300. Hopefully, the next one won't have a manufacturer's defect. Awesome camera, other than that though.
chevydriver
Addicted Member
posted: Sep. 14, 2008 @ 6:55p
I just applied and was instantly approved. no emails yet. Last time I checked my credit score it was 80x. Don't remember what the "X" was but it was over 800 none-the-less. Pretty darn good credit.
JPhotoz said: I went for the card. I don't see anything that tells me what I get or how it works though. Am I missing something.
Click link above Go through Gateway to application.
Approved then what?
How do I get this deal?
I want this camera.
Jordan
I think we're all waiting for the email. Seems like no one got in on this deal yet.
dr4gon
Member
posted: Sep. 15, 2008 @ 8:00a
someone should call and let everyone know.
mikew152
Broke Member
posted: Sep. 15, 2008 @ 8:37a
I called them, first they transferred me to Chase application department to check on my application which still pending (I applied on Thursday). Then I asked them how I can get the reward, the lady has no clue and put me on hold for 2-3 minutes. Then she said the way it works is if I buy the camera and the credit card statement should automatically deduct the $350 off. I guess I have to wait.
mikew152
Broke Member
posted: Sep. 15, 2008 @ 8:49a
Since the process takes so long I would print or save the link page so we have proof in case Sony doesnt honor the deal
tqlla3k
Member
posted: Sep. 15, 2008 @ 9:07a
Toddler said: Deal is dead (or at least seriously crippled) as Sony changed the promo last night to $100. Thanks for nothing, Sony, I can get $100 off list just by shopping around.
You are talking about a different deal. That is the $150 CashBack on $300... with new credit approval.
This deal is the A350 for $450... which is still valid
I have received the email confirmation! $449 for camera kit!
No other options available, only the single lens kit. This is what you get when you follow the link in the confirmation email:
Save $350 now on a Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A350 + 18-70mm Zoom Lens Welcome Valued Sony Card Member Below is your reserved Sony a (alpha) DSLR-A350 + 18-70mm Zoom Lens, DSLRA350K for the specially reduced price. To purchase this item, just select it, click continue and follow the instructions. You will need to have your new Sony Card with you, as you will be directed to register it, if you have not already done so.
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R1zzo
New Member
posted: Dec. 8, 2008 @ 10:39p
Is the promotion still valid? Tried following the link but I see no mention of the discounted camera. Didn't follow the thread originally (and have since searched and read the entire thread) but don't know if it listed the promotion before - or was it only after signing up for the card. And searching didn't reveal and end-date that I could see in the thread. A search on the Sony rewards site (before and after becoming a member) only has the full points (75k) for the camera even when added to the cart.
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