this lens is Imported or USA ?
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This is a USA lens. Amazon price was competitive (for a Nikon, which I consider somewhat overpriced... But, honestly, it is a much better lens than the competition, based on the comments in reviews on sites such as this AND various photography 'enthusiast' sites (such as photo magazine sponsored sites). I have NOT personally, physically compared to the competition, but I'm happy with the purchase.).
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The Nikon D3200 and 18-55 mm lens is made in Thailand. The 55-200 mm lens is made in China. The owner's manual is printed in Thailand.
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Not sure but this lens is very sharp. Somehow it can vibrate a little but the built of the lens is solid. Anyway, no complain as it cheap.
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Greetings Georgina,Thank you for your interests in our item , and for contacting us regarding your concerns.We are pleased to inform you that the lens included in the kit is the original canon 18-55 StM Lens.As always, your satisfaction is our ultimate goal and we look forward to serving you again in the future. Should you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us again.Best Regards,LindaCustomer Service TeamSuperFinds
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Sigma is a renowned lens manufacturer, this lens is probably one of their top of the range Zoom lenses. I bought mine in South Africa and it did come with a 3 year warranty for South Africa. It should be the same for you cause Sigma has operations in the USA.
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I have the lens before me and there are no markings to indicate where it was manufactured or assembled. I've read that it is manufactured by Sony (Japan?), under Zeiss requirements. In any event, the quality of manufacture is first rate, as is the lens output.
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If the lens is sold by Amazon.com, it will be the USA version. If it's sold on Amazon by a third party, verify with them that it is not grey market.
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The one I have is made in Thailand - like Withlin, I've found it a very good lens - it's the one I use most of the time
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@Ivan, the biggest difference is the warranty policy. Many manufacturers will not provide warranty service in the USA for their products intended for a non-USA market. Typically, Hong Kong and other Asian markets ship excess supplies to the USA for prices that are significantly discounted from USA retail prices. Manufacturers use the non-support policy to discourage the cross-national flow of goods.Having said all this, I do not know what Nikon's policy is towards imports. Please add to this thread if you have more knowledge than I do.
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I also have heard a few claims here and there that the models made in Japan, for example, are better in some fashion or other though I haven't seen any very convincing evidence of this (is a Honda made in Japan any better than the same model Honda car made in the US?). Buying an imported lens is actually likely to be more trouble than its worth -- you likely won't get a valid US warranty and, unless you're buying from a US shop that has imported the lens, returns or exchanges can be very complicated if not downright impossible. Plus if you're buying from a foreign seller, shipping is typically VERY slow and customs can sometimes be a problem (many sellers cheat by declaring merchandise as "gifts" below a certain amount in order to avoid customs fees but this sometimes doesn't work as planned).
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Michael, The one I got a few months back is the US warranty version. I have purchased quite a few Canon lenses on Amazon and they have all be US versions.
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CHECK Zeiss USA website to see USA authorized dealer, some of dealers who list this lens are not authorized dealer and they will not offer you USA warranty
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The one I ordered from Amazon is made in Japan. However, the 14-42 mm kit lens and the battery are made in China.
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The lens (at least mine) is made in Japan, and the barrel movement is as smooth as silk. Nice and crisp, an excellent lens.
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I do not know ? I think it is Japan. They have manufacturing there. There is a New York office, BUT, they do not make lenses there, just the USA office.
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C'mon, dude. There are NO Nikon lenses made in the USA. What you need to be concerned about is whether it has a USA warranty.
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China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens of this MM. China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens... » Read More China.....For the price of this lens, you wouldn't be able to buy the "box" if it were made in Japan...This is a nice lens and is a bargain for the money.....You simply have to take TLC (tender loving care) when you remove it from the camera body, and not "yank" it off...You have to keep in mind that these are "consumer" grade lenses (made in China), and when they break, you toss them...But with proper care they will last years, so don't be afraid of the "China" made.PSYou can easily pay a thousand dollars or more for a professional lens of this MM. « Show Less