I just purchased a 77mm UV and I think it might be fake! does anyone have a box that I can compare mine with?
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Google "Hoya HD Filter packaging" and you will see the black box packaging that I have. Also, there is an article about how to spot the fake filters at ePHOTOzine dot com.
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If the seller was Amazon I don't believe you would receive a bootleg product. My purchase was boxed and the box was sealed with Cellophane. Did you receive yours in a similar fashion, was the box sealed in plastic? If not you may want to check the return policy. Good luck
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Hi Colleen. I looked at the box and it doesn't say anywhere on it about being UV. So I don't think it is. Hope this helps
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I just received my order. Right on the side of the box for Model DPG28 it has a label that says: "99.9% UVA-UVB Protection." Can we please just retain what we "think" and only share what we know? I was wondering this same thing before I ordered, and the comment below almost caused me to not purchase them. Then I figured that it would almost be impossible to have darkened lenses that don't offer any such protection, so I looked it up online and found a vague answer saying that they did offer some kind of protection. Very pleasantly surprised to see that they offer such thorough protection!
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Buy from Amazon! U can go to the OB website and they tell how to spot a fake.
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I just received my box and it has the code cut out as well as the UPC. I am sending it back . I have ordered this before and it had the code intact, these must be fakes.
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there is a code on each box but no way for a user to understand it. You would have to contact Cannon for a clue, they do not want you to know. As soon as a knockoff is available I will switch.
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Hi Jake! Where did you buy the fake one? We recommend that you purchase your product from a certified Belkin reseller. http://www.belkin.com/us/counterfeits
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Thanks Anne. I will definitely look into this as I would like to get a UV filter for the lens.
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No. my received item is not genuine and official product. i think, it is one of imitaions. If you have a plan to buy this item, i'm completely opposed to do it. Thanks.
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I am using a 52mm UV filter on this camera. No problem. With a rubber hood there is a vignet problem at wide-angle. I ordered a 52mm to 67mm ring and a 67mm hood to take care of it.Great camera!
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You gotta watch what seller it's from. Amazon sometimes just like lumps all the reviews into one product page. If it ships from China, it's probably a bootleg. If it's from Japan, it's probably legit.
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When I purchased from the seller the box was not a clone. When you get it you will know and if it is return it.
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If the Montblanc Meisterstuck Classique is an honest to goodness production and not a knock off then it will come with a very nice box. Also, look for the tiny serial numbers on the pocket clip band. You may need a magnifying glass to see them. If they are not there then you have been given a knockoff.
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I am not sure how you would "know" without believing it is as it is stated. I would say you should look locally to you. Visit reputable shops. Try it before you buy it! National Camera Exchange would warrant a sale of used gear. So would others. If the seller is a reputable dealer or good ratings and a return policy I would give it a try. The 70-200 f2.8 is a sweet lense! I love mine and could sell it now for more than I paid new for it!
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Thanks for quick answer. I resell these and have had past issues with pictures not matching product. Appreciate the help.
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Its real. But be careful the bootlegs can be hard to tell the difference. The only sure way is to look at the box and check for the approval stamps