Grey Digital Cameras

This is probably a new term to you as it is to me. So, read along, this could be useful to you.

While I was surfing the net, I stumbled upon some matches of my searches that talk about Grey Market. It comes out everytime I search on where to best buy digital cameras. So I research more about Grey Market. By definition, a Grey Market is basically the trade of a commodity through distribution channels which, while legal, are unofficial, unauthorized, or unintended by the original manufacturer. In contrast, a black market is the trade of goods and services that are illegal in themselves and/or distributed through illegal channels, such as the selling of stolen goods, certain drugs or unregistered handguns.

So, if you encounter deals to buy digital cameras that sounds too good to be true, it probably is! Usually, they offer you much lower prices with freebies as compared to local authorized shops. And, Grey units have warranties that are ineligible for repair to its corresponding service centers. Visit camera manufacturer's website and read their grey market advisory.

Also, I'd like to add that some specifications and components such as video output, electrical adapters and camera drivers are often not compatible in the country other than where it is purchased. These items usually can not be changed to another country’s specifications.

Now, if you decide to buy grey market digital cameras or any electronics stuff (i.e. gadgets), make sure it is from a reputable merchant.

One more thing, check that the barcode with the serial number on the outside of the camera box matches the serial number on the bottom of the digital camera.