Anyone know where to find a deal on the a7 IV right now? Ive been eyeing this for my wedding business in Chicago but the $2500 price tag is still a bit steep for me. I saw some international version listings on eBay for way less but honestly those seem super sketchy and I dont want to lose my warranty if the sensor goes bad or something. I also checked B&H and they have an EDU discount but I graduated years ago so that doesnt help me much. My budget is around $2100 max and I am hoping to grab it before a big shoot next month. Are there any legit promo codes or like open box deals that are actually reliable or should I just wait it out...
> My budget is around $2100 max and I am hoping to grab it before a big shoot next month. In my experience, you should definitely skip those gray market eBay listings if you want that warranty coverage for your wedding business. I have tried many gear-buying strategies over the years, but I actually grabbed my second Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera with 33MP Sensor for exactly $2095 through an open box deal at a reputable shop. These units are usually just returns with like 50 shutter clicks and they still come with the full factory warranty. Here are my quick tips:
- Use Greentoe. You can name your price and authorized dealers will often accept $2100 secretly to get around Sony's strict MAP pricing rules.
- Check the used section at Adorama for E+ condition items. I once saw a colleague get burned by a gray market sensor failure and Sony USA wouldn't even look at it. Stick to the legit channels... it is worth the peace of mind for weddings.
