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Is B&H consistently cheaper than Amazon for buying cameras?

eastriverechoes — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:50:50 +0000

Im losing my mind trying to figure out where to buy a new camera. I have about 2500 bucks saved up for a new mirrorless setup and I really dont want to screw this up because its basically my entire savings for the next few months. I need this by mid-October for a trip to the coast and the anxiety is seriously killing me.

I keep reading everywhere that B&H is the place to go because they dont charge tax in some states or something, but then I see people on Reddit swearing that Amazon is always cheaper if you wait for a sale. I checked camelcamelcamel for some price history and yeah, Amazon does dip lower sometimes, but then I hear horror stories about people getting resealed boxes or gray market stuff and honestly that sounds like a nightmare for such a big purchase. Like, if I get a broken sensor on a trip, I dont want to deal with Amazons automated returns system.

My main constraints are:

Budget: 2500 USD hard limit for body and lens.

Use case: Landscape photography and long exposure night shots.

Preference: Needs to be a US authorized dealer so I dont get stuck with a voided warranty.

Some people say B&H is more professional and treats the gear better during shipping, while others say Amazon is fine if you just stick to shipped and sold by Amazon. Im just so conflicted. Does B&H actually have better pricing long-term or is it just brand loyalty? Am I really gonna save money by waiting for an Amazon prime day or something, or should I just bite the bullet and go with B&H to be safe? Im just really worried about getting a lemon and being out of luck while Im out on the trail...

Can I track my Jomashop order status without creating an account?

josephine.barker — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 22:55:40 +0000

Im getting kinda stressed because I dropped 300 bucks on a watch for my anniversary next week and I dont see a clear way to check the shipping. Ive seen some old Reddit threads saying you need an account but others claim there is a guest tracker, yet I cant find it. Can I actually track my Jomashop order status without creating an account?

How can I maximize my savings using JCPenney rewards?

Shazza Outback — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:50:47 +0000

So I just signed up for the JCPenney rewards program because my sister said it helps save money on school clothes for my kids. Honestly I feel kinda lost looking at the app. I have a tight budget for back-to-school shopping next month and I really dont wanna miss out on deals if they are actually there. Im just trying to figure out how the points work or if there are specific days I should wait for to use them so I get the most back. Is there like a trick to stacking coupons or something? Sorry if this is a dumb question but I have no idea where to even start with this stuff...

Recommended camera bag for Canon EOS R6 Mark II setup?

FragmentedShadow — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:31:16 +0000

Just picked up an R6 Mark II and I need a decent bag for it. Im taking a trip to the Scottish Highlands next month and need something weather resistant that fits the body with a 24-105mm attached plus maybe one extra prime. My budget is around 200 bucks. Ive looked at the Peak Design Everyday Zip and the Lowepro Flipside, but Im honestly stuck. Some reviews say the Peak Design is too tight for the R6 body shape and others think the Lowepro is overkill for a light setup. Does anyone here use a specific bag that isnt super bulky but still keeps everything safe from the rain? Kinda nervous about the weather out there...

Is there a way to send my cart to someone else?

Gaming — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:55:49 +0000

Im so pumped because I finally finished picking out all the parts for my new custom PC build, but now Im stuck. I spent all night comparing the Intel i7 versus the Ryzen 7 and decided to go with the Ryzen, but man, getting all these individual components into the cart has been a total workout. Since Im trying to stay under my 1500 dollar budget and need this rig ready before my roommate gets back from his trip next week, I really want him to double check my compatibility picks. Is there any way to just send this full cart to someone else so they can look at it or even checkout for me?

Do you use any specific browser extensions to monitor watch listings?

SunsetRider — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:50:53 +0000

Im getting way too stressed out constantly refreshing eBay and Grailed to check on items I want to bid on. I feel like Im missing out on deals because Im manually checking like five times a day. I saw people on Reddit talking about using Keepa or simple price trackers but honestly those look super overwhelming and seem designed for Amazon bulk sellers not just some guy in Ohio trying to find a vintage watch. I tried one extension called WatchCount but it felt kind of outdated and I honestly couldnt get the alerts to actually push through to my phone, which is kinda the whole point.

Basically I need something that:

Works on Chrome or Brave browser.

Can send me an actual notification or email when a listing price drops or a bid is ending soon.

Is free or at least super cheap since my watch budget is already tight as it is.

Isnt a massive data hog because my laptop is already struggling.

Does anyone actually use something that just works without needing a computer science degree to set up? Or am I just stuck doing it the hard way...

What are the best websites for finding discounted Lego sets?

Rose-Bennett — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:55:18 +0000

Im honestly about to lose my mind trying to finish my modular building collection. I live in Seattle and the local prices are just insane lately, especially with the inflation hitting sets that have been retired for a few years. I set aside about 300 bucks for the new Jazz Club set but everywhere I look online it is either sold out or the resellers are marking it up by like 50 percent which is just ridiculous. My logic was that if I could find a reliable site for deals I wouldnt have to pay these scalper prices but every time I google for discounts I just get hit with sketchy sites that look like total scams or outdated blog posts from 2019 that lead nowhere. Im trying to get this sorted before my birthday at the end of the month because I wanted to spend the long weekend building it. Does anyone actually have a go-to spot where they find legitimate sales or even just price trackers that arent total junk? Im so frustrated wasting hours refreshing browser tabs when I could be building something...

What are the best SD cards for Canon EOS R6 Mark II?

Slleek — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:30:30 +0000

Im getting super frustrated trying to figure out which SD cards to buy for my new R6 Mark II. I feel like every time I open a tab about memory cards I end up more confused than when I started. Ive read a ton of posts saying the SanDisk Extreme Pro is the gold standard but then I see a bunch of people complaining about reliability issues or counterfeit cards online and honestly I dont want to risk my footage dying. Then I checked out ProGrade stuff and it looks solid but the price difference between their gold and cobalt lines is massive and I cant tell if its actually worth the extra cash for what I do.

Here is what I need:

Shooting mostly 4k video for wedding projects so buffer speed matters a lot

Budget is around 150-200 bucks for a pair of cards if possible

Need something reliable enough that I dont have to worry about card errors mid-shoot

Im in the UK and really need to get this sorted by next weekend since I have a big shoot coming up. Does anyone actually use the V60 cards or should I just bite the bullet and go for V90s even though they are crazy expensive? Im honestly just tempted to grab whatever is on sale at Amazon but that feels like a bad idea... what are you guys actually trusting in your slots?

What are the best tools to track eBay price drops?

Michael_Evans — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:50:48 +0000

Im honestly so sick of missing out on deals. I have been trying to snag a vintage 1990s camera body for my collection in the UK for like three months now, but every time I check, the price is either way too high or it just sold. My budget is pretty tight at 200 quid and I cant spend all day refreshing the page since Im working full time. I tried one of those Chrome extensions but it kept bugging out and not sending the alerts on time. Is there actually a decent tool to track these eBay price drops that isnt total garbage?

How can I track product availability and pricing across different online retailers?

ElmerWex — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:55:14 +0000

Trying to track hobby gear prices across like 5 different sites for a project budget of 500 bucks. I saw some people suggest using Keepa or simple browser alerts, but those dont really track the specific niche retailers Im looking at in the UK. My logic was to maybe write a script, but Im not sure where to start. Has anyone actually pulled this off without it being a total headache?