I've never been let down by b&h. checkhttp://www.resellerratings.com before buying from anyone! http://www.bhphotovideo.com/..

I've never used them, but B&H is often mentioned for having good deals and good service..

Here's the link: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/category/9810/Cameras_Photo_Gear.html.

Albert-Ohttp://www.berto.zenfolio.com.

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Based on their reputation, Beach should not be guilty of deception regarding whether an item is in stock or not..

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You may have a hard time locating the 18-200 at a reasonable price. But I usually find stuff at B&H and Adorama. I work right between the 2 retail stores, so I don't buy online from them..

Everything I write is a personal opinion. Even when I quote facts, they are the facts I personally choose to accept.http://www.pbase.com/mariog..

17TH Street Photo in NYC. They are an authorized dealer, have great reviews (check them out), excellent prices and they are fast. I just got a D40 from them and I was impressed...

There are stores that support this forum. Buy from them..

BAK..

Have recently purchased Canon XTi and 2 lenses at Beach Camera and had great luck!! No problems. Also purchased from BH Photo and Adorama, both very good places to buy from.Julie..

Thanks, this has really helped me narrow down the stores...

Thanks to everybody for your suggestions and for feedback on some stores. This is going to be my biggest online purchase and do not want to go with a sketchy store..

I have noticed that a lot of good stores upped the price of the 18-200mm vr lens (from 750 to 800). Is this normal? Will the price come back down or am I out another 50 bucks??.

Jake..