much has been said on the subject of where to buy mowers and trimmers etc. whether to buy at the big box store or from the dealer that also services them(unless you choose to repair your own).well cameras are no different, i bought one at walmart a few weeks back, and developed a very minor issue with it ,figured i'd exchange it for another at walmart but my 15 days were up and no exchange.so i went to an independant camera servicing dealer, first thing he says is were did you buy it from,...well, i know this is a worthless trip now. did not resolve the issue,still no huge deal, but while i was waiting my turn in line i looked at all the signage in his store promoting to buy and promote the little guy who services after the sale.so basically if you dont mind fixing(hopefully) what you bought,take a chance at the big box stores. if you want the service and attention and being taken care of, buy at the local dealer..........but then wait up here,sometimes the bigger stores STARTED out as the smaller guy and just grew bigger over time..... lawn mowers, cameras, appliances,household stuff ,whatever it is, the choice is ours.