Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
Why are rebates always limited to US. I hate that ;) On 4/1/06, John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The rebate program is already announced on the Pentax web site. Basically, for the next three months, there's a $100 rebate on lots of nice lenses (including the limiteds, the 16-45, and the 10-17 fisheye), and a $50 rebate on several others (notable among them being the DA 50-200 and the FA 50mm). I wonder if this is designed to tempt those of us who are waiting to see what innovations the DA f2.8 zooms offer? I think it might work - I feel a need for a fisheye zoom ... On Fri, Mar 31, 2006 at 07:54:53PM -0500, Igor Roshchin wrote: For whatever it's worth, I just received a SPAM message from Pentax (aka updates) with the following information (see below). My comments: 1. The rebate coupon is already there: http://www.pentaxslr.com/files/scms_docs//YOUR_CHOICE_Lens_Coupon_12Lenses_040106.pdf It looks the same as the previous one. Didn't I say this earlier, that I'd expect the prices going down shortly after the end of the rebate or yet another rebate starting? 2. Am I too critical or indeed, some images from Kelly Invitational event could have been of a better quality? Igor SPAM (aka updates) from Pentax: Been thinking about adding a new element to your photography? With our new lens rebate program, it's your choice. Most PENTAX Digital SLR lenses will feature a rebate, starting April 1, 2006. As a PENTAX owner, you know that our products are world-renowned. Each lens features the latest in lens technology and materials, and every smc PENTAX lens features our acclaimed multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultra violet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images. Famous for pristine clarity, superb contrast, and superior quality, smc PENTAX lenses are the exceptional choice for discerning photographers of every level. Save today! Visit www.pentaxslr.comour Web site for all of the details, including a downloadable form with the rebate offers. Also, please check out the Kelly Slater Invitational Web site at www.kellyslaterinvitational.com. Most of the amazing photos from the event, which was sponsored by PENTAX, were taken with our family of cameras. -- -- Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SFXn,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ...
Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
On Sat, 01 Apr 2006 10:21:58 +0100, Thibouille [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Why are rebates always limited to US. I hate that ;) I keep a brother in Texas (poor chap) just for that purpose. John On 4/1/06, John Francis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The rebate program is already announced on the Pentax web site. Basically, for the next three months, there's a $100 rebate on lots of nice lenses (including the limiteds, the 16-45, and the 10-17 fisheye), and a $50 rebate on several others (notable among them being the DA 50-200 and the FA 50mm). I wonder if this is designed to tempt those of us who are waiting to see what innovations the DA f2.8 zooms offer? I think it might work - I feel a need for a fisheye zoom ... On Fri, Mar 31, 2006 at 07:54:53PM -0500, Igor Roshchin wrote: For whatever it's worth, I just received a SPAM message from Pentax (aka updates) with the following information (see below). My comments: 1. The rebate coupon is already there: http://www.pentaxslr.com/files/scms_docs//YOUR_CHOICE_Lens_Coupon_12Lenses_040106.pdf It looks the same as the previous one. Didn't I say this earlier, that I'd expect the prices going down shortly after the end of the rebate or yet another rebate starting? 2. Am I too critical or indeed, some images from Kelly Invitational event could have been of a better quality? Igor SPAM (aka updates) from Pentax: Been thinking about adding a new element to your photography? With our new lens rebate program, it's your choice. Most PENTAX Digital SLR lenses will feature a rebate, starting April 1, 2006. As a PENTAX owner, you know that our products are world-renowned. Each lens features the latest in lens technology and materials, and every smc PENTAX lens features our acclaimed multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultra violet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images. Famous for pristine clarity, superb contrast, and superior quality, smc PENTAX lenses are the exceptional choice for discerning photographers of every level. Save today! Visit www.pentaxslr.comour Web site for all of the details, including a downloadable form with the rebate offers. Also, please check out the Kelly Slater Invitational Web site at www.kellyslaterinvitational.com. Most of the amazing photos from the event, which was sponsored by PENTAX, were taken with our family of cameras. -- -- Thibouille -- *ist-D,Z1,SFXn,SuperA,KX,MX, P30t and KR-10x ... -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/m2/
RE: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
-Original Message- From: Thibouille [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 01 April 2006 10:22 To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Subject: Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected Why are rebates always limited to US. I hate that ;) They give different inducements in different countries based upon cultural preferences. In the USA they give rebates because all Americans are obsessed with money. In France they give brothel vouchers, whereas Germans receive enema tokens. In Britain they allow us to pay extra for our cameras, and give us a free telescopic umbrella worth £5.99. Bob
Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
On Sat, 01 Apr 2006 11:22:22 +0100, Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -Original Message- From: Thibouille [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 01 April 2006 10:22 To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Subject: Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected Why are rebates always limited to US. I hate that ;) They give different inducements in different countries based upon cultural preferences. In the USA they give rebates because all Americans are obsessed with money. In France they give brothel vouchers, whereas Germans receive enema tokens. In Britain they allow us to pay extra for our cameras, and give us a free telescopic umbrella worth £5.99. I think I'll relocate my brother to Paris. John -- Using Opera's revolutionary e-mail client: http://www.opera.com/m2/
Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
On 4/1/06, Bob W [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -Original Message- Wrom: BARHDMNNSKVFVWRKJVZCMHVIBGDADRZFSQHYUCDD Sent: 01 April 2006 10:22 To: pentax-discuss@pdml.net Subject: Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected Why are rebates always limited to US. I hate that ;) They give different inducements in different countries based upon cultural preferences. In the USA they give rebates because all Americans are obsessed with money. In France they give brothel vouchers, whereas Germans receive enema tokens. In Britain they allow us to pay extra for our cameras, and give us a free telescopic umbrella worth £5.99. Bob And in Australia they give us inflated prices F.A. else. Dave :-) -- All I ask is the chance to prove that money can't make me happy. - Spike Milligan
New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
For whatever it's worth, I just received a SPAM message from Pentax (aka updates) with the following information (see below). My comments: 1. The rebate coupon is already there: http://www.pentaxslr.com/files/scms_docs//YOUR_CHOICE_Lens_Coupon_12Lenses_040106.pdf It looks the same as the previous one. Didn't I say this earlier, that I'd expect the prices going down shortly after the end of the rebate or yet another rebate starting? 2. Am I too critical or indeed, some images from Kelly Invitational event could have been of a better quality? Igor SPAM (aka updates) from Pentax: Been thinking about adding a new element to your photography? With our new lens rebate program, it's your choice. Most PENTAX Digital SLR lenses will feature a rebate, starting April 1, 2006. As a PENTAX owner, you know that our products are world-renowned. Each lens features the latest in lens technology and materials, and every smc PENTAX lens features our acclaimed multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultra violet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images. Famous for pristine clarity, superb contrast, and superior quality, smc PENTAX lenses are the exceptional choice for discerning photographers of every level. Save today! Visit www.pentaxslr.comour Web site for all of the details, including a downloadable form with the rebate offers. Also, please check out the Kelly Slater Invitational Web site at www.kellyslaterinvitational.com. Most of the amazing photos from the event, which was sponsored by PENTAX, were taken with our family of cameras.
Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
The rebate program is already announced on the Pentax web site. Basically, for the next three months, there's a $100 rebate on lots of nice lenses (including the limiteds, the 16-45, and the 10-17 fisheye), and a $50 rebate on several others (notable among them being the DA 50-200 and the FA 50mm). I wonder if this is designed to tempt those of us who are waiting to see what innovations the DA f2.8 zooms offer? I think it might work - I feel a need for a fisheye zoom ... On Fri, Mar 31, 2006 at 07:54:53PM -0500, Igor Roshchin wrote: For whatever it's worth, I just received a SPAM message from Pentax (aka updates) with the following information (see below). My comments: 1. The rebate coupon is already there: http://www.pentaxslr.com/files/scms_docs//YOUR_CHOICE_Lens_Coupon_12Lenses_040106.pdf It looks the same as the previous one. Didn't I say this earlier, that I'd expect the prices going down shortly after the end of the rebate or yet another rebate starting? 2. Am I too critical or indeed, some images from Kelly Invitational event could have been of a better quality? Igor SPAM (aka updates) from Pentax: Been thinking about adding a new element to your photography? With our new lens rebate program, it's your choice. Most PENTAX Digital SLR lenses will feature a rebate, starting April 1, 2006. As a PENTAX owner, you know that our products are world-renowned. Each lens features the latest in lens technology and materials, and every smc PENTAX lens features our acclaimed multi-layer coating to lower surface reflection, reduce ultra violet rays, and deliver clear, high-contrast images. Famous for pristine clarity, superb contrast, and superior quality, smc PENTAX lenses are the exceptional choice for discerning photographers of every level. Save today! Visit www.pentaxslr.comour Web site for all of the details, including a downloadable form with the rebate offers. Also, please check out the Kelly Slater Invitational Web site at www.kellyslaterinvitational.com. Most of the amazing photos from the event, which was sponsored by PENTAX, were taken with our family of cameras.
Re: New rebates on Pentax lenses expected
The new rebate form is already on the Pentax USA website: http://www.pentaximaging.com/files/scms_docs//YOUR_CHOICE_Lens_Coupon_12Lens es_040106.pdf
