Been hunting for a deal on the Nikon Z6 II for weeks. I saw some decent prices on Adorama but they're mostly just for the body and the kits are still way out of my range. I checked some gray market sites too but they feel sketchy and I'm worried about the warranty being void. I'm based in LA and need this for a concert gig next month and I don't want to overpay.
What I'm looking for:
- Budget is around 1500-1600 max
- Really want the 24-70mm kit lens
- Must be a US model for the warranty
Is there some secret site I'm missing or should I just wait for a holiday sale...?
Honestly, hitting that 1500 mark for a brand new Nikon Z6 II Mirrorless Camera Body plus the Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/4 S is gonna be tough if you stick to big retail stores. Gray market is definitely sketchy... seen too many people get burned when they need a repair and Nikon USA wont even look at it. I am pretty picky about warranties too, so I get the hesitation. Since you're in LA, you should check the Nikon official refurbished store first. They have sales often and the gear is basically like new. Another solid bet is looking for a used Nikon Z6 II with 24-70mm f/4 S Kit on MPB or KEH. They usually give you a 6-month warranty which is way safer than some random guy on Craigslist. You might have to buy them separately to squeeze under 1600 tho. Just check those sites daily because the good deals vanish fast.
