7D pre-order thread

Add me to the list, got my pre-order in.

Evan Idler wrote in post #8561929
Something Fishy on the US Best Buy website. They're pre order price is currently $3999.99 US for the body but Canon's website lists a Suggested List Price of $1699.00 US for the body.

--Evan

they are out to get the ones who dont research on their purchases or read POTN...

Evan Idler wrote in post #8561929
Something Fishy on the US Best Buy website. They're pre order price is currently $3999.99 US for the body but Canon's website lists a Suggested List Price of $1699.00 US for the body.

--Evan

That's why I don't use bb! No, I haven't pre-ordered (I was saving up for a 50D but will be getting this instead)

DennisW1 wrote in post #8561646
Look in the dictionary under "Lemmings"

A few months from now, these same people will be the ones starting thread after thread bemoaning any problem this camera might have and denouncing it and Canon for building a "lemon". Every firmware update will be dissected endlessly, and 6 months after the camera's introduction there will already be threads started about "wish lists" for the 8D (or 7D MkII, whatever).

Go ahead, tell me I'm wrong

I think you are the lemming. Why would you even click a thread about a pre-order of a new camera, to not expect people pre-ordering?

shaker69 wrote in post #8561970
I think you are the lemming. Why would you even click a thread about a pre-order of a new camera, to not expect people pre-ordering?

I would click it with the idea of offering some sober, rational thought about the insanity of racing to be the first on your block with the newest and latest toy, when it is untested and unknown. I would suggest we avoid the consumerism and frantic buying frenzy that created so many unhappy early adaptors of previous technology. I would suggest people be a little more immune to the corporate hype, marketing jargon, competitive one-upmanship, and outright penis envy that seems to motivate many consumers.

That is why I would click on it.

rral22 wrote in post #8562058
I would click it with the idea of offering some sober, rational thought about the insanity of racing to be the first on your block with the newest and latest toy, when it is untested and unknown. I would suggest we avoid the consumerism and frantic buying frenzy that created so many unhappy early adaptors of previous technology. I would suggest people be a little more immune to the corporate hype, marketing jargon, competitive one-upmanship, and outright penis envy that seems to motivate many consumers.

That is why I would click on it.

but....but...it's new and untested in the market I have to have it! My pop used to warn me against buying the first run of anything.

Can someone update some links to pre-order? amazon just showed "out of stock" for preorder

edit: adorama has it for preorder but not sure how many ppl are in line.

AudibleSilence wrote in post #8561864
I'm just happy that 40d prices are now touching the $500 ranges.. So yes, please buy the 7d. I'm happy to buy an elcheapo 40d to help.

Amen to that, considering putting myself in the same line!

rral22 wrote in post #8562058
I would click it with the idea of offering some sober, rational thought about the insanity of racing to be the first on your block with the newest and latest toy, when it is untested and unknown. I would suggest we avoid the consumerism and frantic buying frenzy that created so many unhappy early adaptors of previous technology. I would suggest people be a little more immune to the corporate hype, marketing jargon, competitive one-upmanship, and outright penis envy that seems to motivate many consumers.

That is why I would click on it.

Maybe... They have a camera that is on its last leg, (think like a 10D or20D) they have been saving up there pennies and dimes, shooting here and there, and to step up to shooting weddings or sports they realize this might help them that little bit.

That or they just have a case of the "I wants"

Now all that said, there is noth9ing wrong with being an early convert. I really like windows 7 for an OS but I am also still using XP on 2 computers. So rather than making absurd comments about early adopters, and how they are just lemmings. Let them buy the Gear, you can sit back 1-2 years and then decide if you want to buy it or not.

Besides someone has to be the first to buy something.

DennisW1 wrote in post #8561646
Go ahead, tell me I'm wrong

Ok. You're wrong

All the people complaining about ISO performance already are just your typical pixel peepers looking to rain on a parade. If it shoots 8fps and has decent ISO performance in the 100-800 range then I'm happy as I've never needed to go above 800 for motorsports work. The 7D and a 1-series will be a perfect combination for me for motorsports.

Yep, preorder has been taken off Amazon website. So much for that idea...

rral22 wrote in post #8561624
You people have ordered something about which there is a great deal you do not even know?

What could possibly be a rational explanation for such behavior?

What's there to know exactly? All the wisdom spouted in DPR's inevitable upcoming in depth review? Maybe some more sample shots from random people?

Where is everyone pre-ordering from? Amazon?

you can preorder thru circuitcity with 15% bing cashback ($255). shipping is free but there is tax in some states (for sure IL)

My birthday is in March. I'll get it then.