Archives for September 14, 2015

Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (i3, 4GB, 64GB) with Corel Aftershot Pro 2 and Paintshop Pro X7 and other extras for $700

For a limited time only, Adorama is offering bundles of the 12″ Microsoft Surface Pro 3 (Intel i3, 4GB RAM, 64GB storage, 2160 x 1440, full size USB 3.0 port, etc) for $700 (was $650 as Monday daily deal) with free shipping that automatically include these three free accessories:

  • Corel Creativity Software kit that includes Aftershot Pro 2 and Paintshop Pro X7
  • Wacom CS150K Bamboo stylus for mobile devices (not digitizer tech)
  • Microsoft Scuplt Bluetooth mouse

This bundle is available in two options:

Important Notes

  • Microsoft is likely to reveal the Surface 4 tablets in early October
  • other PC makers are planning Surface-like devices
  • for retouching/artists/creatives, note that the Surface 3 uses N-Trig technology, while the Surface 2 used Wacom’s. Check reviews and forums for more on the trade-offs of the two technologies and implementations

Ricoh GR (first gen) for $500

The first generation Ricoh GR big sensor prime, in new condition, is currently on sale for $500 by 3rd-party seller “Eagle Camera” with the order fulfilled by Amazon, so it is eligible for Prime shipping. I don’t know if they are an authorized dealer.

In comparison, the second generation Ricoh GR II is in-stock and shipping for $626 at Amazon by Amazon itself and Adorama and B&H Photo.

In-stock nao: Kipon Baveyes Lens Adapter (Canon EOS Lenses To Sony E-Mount) with Auto Focus (0.7x Optic Adapter Focal Reducer) for $408

If you love mixing and matching camera gear of different mounts, the Kipon Baveyes Lens Adapter from Canon EOS Lenses To Sony E-Mount with Auto Focus – (0.7x Optic Adapter Focal Reducer) is now in-stock and ready to ship for $408 with free expedited shipping at Adorama’s website.

3 years of BlueHost Plus shared hosting service for $216 [prepaid in advance]

If you are looking for (shared) web hosting service, BlueHost is having a sale, which includes their Plus plan (unlimited websites) for $216 total when you prepay for three years (36 months). This comes out to $6/month but you don’t pay monthly. You prepay for the whole duration ($216 upfront) when you sign up. Once the 3yr promotion ends, you will pay the then-current rate (currently it is $10/month).

They also have the “Starter” plan for $126 total for 36 months (averages to $3.50 monthly) that only allows one website and has more limitations. It allows up to five sub-domains, so if you want to experiment/test things (new themes, new gallery plug-ins, etc) before you put them on the main site, you can use the sub-domains.

TIP: it is a good idea to keep your domain name at a different company from your webhosting company (even though this plan includes one free domain). This gives you more flexibility and choices.

NOTE: in recent months, things have taken an interesting twist in the world of budget web hosting. The Endurance International Group has purchased a lot of separate hosting companies, including Bluehost, Hostgator, Typepad, iPage, Fatcow and many more.

Fuji FP-100C 3.25×4.25″ Professional Instant Color Film for $9 {limit 10} [Prime only]

The Fuji FP-100C 3.25×4.25″ Professional Instant Color Film is currently on sale for $9 with a limit of ten per customer at Amazon by Amazon actual. At the moment this offer is only available for Prime members, with free shipping… If you are not a Prime member, you can start a free 30-day trial and buy it.

21.5″ Dell S2240M Monitor (1080p, VGA, DVI-D, IPS) for $100 {limit 4}

If you are looking for a smaller utilitarian computer monitor, the 21.5″ Dell S2240M Monitor (1920 x 1080, VGA, DVI-D, IPS, no HDMI) is currently on sale for $100 with free shipping with a limit of four per customer at Amazon by Amazon herself. It averages 4.6 out of 5 with 570+ customer reviews.

In-stock nao: Lowepro DroneGuard bags for DJI, Parrot, GoPro, etc

Lowepro has a new line of DroneGuard cases and backpacks that as their name suggests, are designed for drones/quadcopters in mind. They have specific models for DJI, Parrot, GoPros and more. All six models are in-stock and ready to ship from Adorama, with prices ranging from $30 to $150. All but the $30 model get free shipping.

Refurbished Canon 7D body w/1yr warranty for $600

Among the latest Canon USA store specials, you can find the refurbished Canon 7D body only for $600 with a one year Canon USA warranty. (to insulate against typos, this is the Canon 7D, not the 70D)

25% off at AdoramaPix with coupon

Coupon code APX25 gets you 25% off any order placed at AdoramaPix.com [corrected]. The coupon is good until 9/15/15. Free shipping on orders of $39 or more.

Canon EF-M Adapter for EF/EF-S Lenses (White Box) for $32

The Canon EF-M Lens Adapter Kit for Canon EF and EF-S Lenses, model 6098B002, is new condition as a White Box product, is offered for $32 by a couple of 3rd-party sellers with the order fulfilled by Amazon so it is eligible for free 2-day Prime shipping. Non-Prime members need an order of $35+ to get free shipping (three of these tiny AB camera cases will do it, currently $1.47 each).

White box is often used to describe situations when a lens or something else is removed from a kit or a bundle and sold separately. When a kit is significantly discounted, some retailers “break it” (aka the term “broken kit”), and sell, for example, the camera and lens separately for a slightly higher price.

PS: “broken kit” is a rather unfortunate term, how many consumers will get excited when they hear something they are about to buy described as “broken”? 🙂

Instant Savings round-up: Canon, Nikon, Sony

The latest situation in the world of Instant Savings is summarized at the following Adorama pages:

+ Canon cameras
+ Canon printers
+ Nikon cameras
+ Sony cameras

(ENDED) Tuesday Lightning Deals: Rokinon 14/2.8 (Nikon AE), Lowepro Flipside, etc

These lighting deals expired… For future ones in the future, check the Amazon Gold Box and Camera & Photo page

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(ENDED) Mon: 20% off LivingSocial with coupon

This one day coupon expired…

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(ENDED) Mon Fry’s Promo codes: 20pk 5×7 photo paper for 50c

These daily promo code offers ended…

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(ENDED) Refurbished Samsung NX30 w/18-55 OIS for $385

This daily deal expired…

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