Don't know if I can post a link to a store for another site, but it's on sale at Digital Rev. No lens. So I wouldn't be losing out to much by going for this rather than something like the 610?
Interesting as I'm in the market for the same camera. I'm not sure, but I suspect Digital Rev is advertising a grey market or import version of the D7200. I couldn't see anything specific indicating that, but they do describe a "local warranty" process that seems to address the mfg's warranty. Not sure where you reside, but please note that Nikon USA will not recognize the warranty of a imported version of a camera. And I seem to recall hearing stories that Nikon USA goes so far as to refuse to perform service on import/gray market cameras (although I may be completely wrong on that point - others will be able to confirm that). In any event, in the US, the buyer of an import Nikon would have to shoulder the costs of repair or obtain some type of supplemental 3rd party warranty. Personally, I would pass on an import camera given the above although I am tempted by some of their lenses. Please let us know what you find out and how you decide to proceed.
That is correct it will be a non-US market Camera. What you point out is true but you get their warranty for 1 year. Also you can use Nikon authorized service centers who will happily take your money to fix.
I fully agree that you can get other insurance and that is indeed the way to go.
Not sure why grey scares so many away. The highest most likely damage to your gear will be imposed by you. Drop, fall, fire, water, theft other damage. ALL NOT COVERED by any warranty but covered by a homeowners insurance policy rider. For cheap as well.
Even Adorama and B&H sell grey market (clearly marked as import). It is not the evil product many make it out to be but agree you need to be informed.
To the OP - $839 is an awesome price on this awesome gear. I know I journeyed into the smaller sensor stuff - a great tool but I missed the IQ of my D7100. I knew when my wife said - "your old camera took much better pictures than this one...."
I snagged a referb for $489 - that is what I would do if I were you. The 7200 is better but not sure that much better.
http://www.adorama.com/INKD7100R.html
Also - if you have your heart set on the FX gear, this will just be another disappointment. I like the crop of DX and the reach it gives me. IQ is more than enough IMHO. But again the heart wants what the heart wants. If you go FX glass and the bodies are indeed more, quite a bit more than your budget. YMMV.
Mike
