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Hello!

 

I'm new to this forum and this might not be the place to ask, but I'm hoping for some help.

I'm looking to buy a Fuji X70 and came across some cheap listings on Ebay like this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fujifilm-Fuji-X70-16-3MP-Full-HD-1080p-Wi-Fi-Camera-Silver-iPhone-Android-APS-C/263051137118?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

 

The listing says that it is a ex display model from a store, and therefore the price is really excellent. 

Seems almost to good to be true. My question is, does fake Fuji X70 excist?

 

Or does it seem legit?

 

Oh, and please forgive my poor english, it's not my first language.

 

 

/AlexVF

 

 

 

 

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With the extreme complexity of digital cameras, it would be nearly impossible and certainly impractical to try to bring a counterfeit model to market. The cost of building a fake camera would likely far exceed that of the maker's original since the original manufacturer can buy parts in large quantities. Highly specialised equipment is also used in manufacturing cameras that would be impossible for a counterfeiter to obtain.

 

There are, however "grey market" cameras. Cameras vary in price from country to country, and stores will buy from countries where the price is low and sell in countries where the price is high. The downside is usually no warranty and even the possibility of not being able to obtain repairs at all. Legitimate camera sellers like B&H in New York City, USA clearly identify these cameras on their website and offer their own guarantees. They do have a highly informative page clearly explaining the issues.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/find/HelpCenter/Policies.jsp?origSearch=gray%2520market#greyMarket

 

Of course, it could be legit. The seller appears to have a very good rating.

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