One Stop Digital

Chip Nicley · 16-03-2007, 3:29 PM

Hi chaps

How many of you has used One Stop Digital ???

Did you get any problems of any kind?

Such as damage, Return issue's, Late or lost delivery.

I want to buy some lenses for my 400d and was thinking about the
Canon 50mm 1.8 and the Sigma 70-300APO everyone seems to be talking about as they are much cheaper there. Also where do i find info about Ian Kerso??? Again cheap so i've read.

If possible could you suggest a good walk around lens if the above are pants.

Many thanks

alphaomega16 · 16-03-2007, 3:35 PM

I have heard nothing but good things from this board in regards to shipping and have also seen mentioned quite a few times that they do not get any customs charges when receiving their items.

After I finish paying CC and Loan off I will be order a few lenses from there myself.

Just a quick opinion but others will be able to give you personal ones.

Gadget Daddy · 16-03-2007, 3:37 PM

Kerso can be found here

http://search.ebay.co.uk/ws/search/M...t?userid=kerso

HTH
Pete

Prospekt · 16-03-2007, 3:39 PM

I got a Sigma 70-200 from OneStop Digital last year, fairly decent service but the shipping took a while. About 3 weeks iirc.

Chip Nicley · 16-03-2007, 3:39 PM

Thanks Pete you are star.

icemanonline · 16-03-2007, 3:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Chip Nicley

Hi chaps

How many of you has used One Stop Digital ???

Did you get any problems of any kind?

Such as damage, Return issue's, Late or lost delivery.

I want to buy some lenses for my 400d and was thinking about the
Canon 50mm 1.8 and the Sigma 70-300APO everyone seems to be talking about as they are much cheaper there. Also where do i find info about Ian Kerso??? Again cheap so i've read.

If possible could you suggest a good walk around lens if the above are pants.

Many thanks

Hi,

I just made my 1st order from here. As i do NOT use credit or debit cards online i choose BT as the payment method and after depositing the cash I emailed OneStop with the info and waited.............Wee bit worried but after 2 days had word via email with a tracking number (That I have been checking and its good) and so far so good.

I asked the same question and after some answers from the good people on here I went for it.

I would recommend them ..........

icemanonline

Steve N · 16-03-2007, 3:44 PM

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Originally Posted by icemanonline

I would recommend them ..........

Same here

Chip Nicley · 16-03-2007, 3:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Prospekt

I got a Sigma 70-200 from OneStop Digital last year, fairly decent service but the shipping took a while. About 3 weeks iirc.

Did you stung for VAT or import tax?

It just worries me a little ordering from abroad...But the pricing over here is sometimes robbery (Dick Turpin wore a mask!) but thats the way it is. Im going to the US in may and could maybe get them cheaper there but i wanted practice with the lenses before i went (Catch 22 eh)

Cheers for your reply anyhoo

olisun · 16-03-2007, 3:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Chip Nicley

Did you stung for VAT or import tax?

It just worries me a little ordering from abroad...But the pricing over here is sometimes robbery (Dick Turpin wore a mask!) but thats the way it is. Im going to the US in may and could maybe get them cheaper there but i wanted practice with the lenses before i went (Catch 22 eh)

Cheers for your reply anyhoo

I ordered the Nikon 50mm F1.8 lens, which was despatched on the 13th and I got it today morning...

The first impression has been very good...

PaulBoy · 16-03-2007, 4:07 PM

Chip - I have bought about ten times from Onestop - never taken longer than 5 days for a delivery - avoid using Bank Transfer (BT) as this slows everything down by about 3-5days - I have been charged Duty & Handling once in those ten buys & I sent Onestop the invoice & was reimbursed in full
Re Kerso who I have used slightly less - he is based in US and if you look at his Ebay shop [FLASH CAMERA] it says to email him & he will give you a price away from Ebay [so avoids Ebay & PayPal fees]
See who has the best price for what you want but I would not hestitate to use either or both again [hence my small bank balance

]
Paul

chris1210 · 16-03-2007, 4:07 PM

I ordered my Tamron 17-50 2.8 a few weeks ago.

Ordered over the Chinese new year, so expected a bit of a delay, but to my surprise it arrived within a week! Brilliant service... no import surcharges either, but they do guarantee to pay that anyway.

Id definately use them again for lenses.

jenufa · 16-03-2007, 4:16 PM

kerso sends from Scotland very good service

*Logrus* · 16-03-2007, 4:20 PM

Have ordered from both onestop and Kerso, both very reliable.

When i ordered from onestop, i notinced my order sat in there for about 2 days before it was marked as despatched but i was never worried about it.

One note if you order multiple items, they despatch them separately to avoid VAT, etc, so some bits take a bit longer. in my case i got my lense within a few days and my filters took nearly 2 weeks.

Prospekt · 16-03-2007, 5:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Chip Nicley

Did you stung for VAT or import tax?

It just worries me a little ordering from abroad...But the pricing over here is sometimes robbery (Dick Turpin wore a mask!) but thats the way it is. Im going to the US in may and could maybe get them cheaper there but i wanted practice with the lenses before i went (Catch 22 eh)

Cheers for your reply anyhoo

Looking back at my stuff from buying the lens the delay was because they were waiting for it to come back into stock, not due to the shipping. Didn't have to pay anything since it was marked as a repaired lens so it snuck through. Not terribly legal, but I'm not complaining.

alfienoakes · 16-03-2007, 7:58 PM

I've used them several times now. Service has been excellent.

They use HSBC for bank transfers so they are a lot quicker if you bank with them too. Otherwise you have to wait the usual 3 days to do it electronically

Chip Nicley · 16-03-2007, 9:21 PM

Thanks alot guys, I feel alot better now.

chrisbaker42 · 16-03-2007, 10:01 PM

I can certainly back up any recommendations for Ian Kerso - his prices are excellent and delivery is usually within 48 hours often next day unlike the 3weeks or more for one stop digital. I have recently bought a 70 - 200 L from Ian and have no complaints at all.

£note · 17-03-2007, 9:16 AM

I have used One Stop Digital twice and have had quick deliveries. Got stung for vat and admin on second order and was refunded in full with no hassle

17-03-2007, 1:04 PM

Ordered a sigma 70-300 on Tues night and postie has just delivered it this very minute (Sat) no fee's to pay either, well chuffed.

biccus1 · 17-03-2007, 3:22 PM

HI

i ordered a Tamron sp 90mm macro from one stop on monday night and just had it delivered today no customs etc to pay

geofftelforduk · 17-03-2007, 4:52 PM

I ordered a Sigma 70-300 APO DG on Monday night and it arrived this morning (Saturday) with no duties or anything!

EXCELLENT service!!

nealgs · 18-03-2007, 2:55 AM

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Originally Posted by geofftelforduk

I ordered a Sigma 70-300 APO DG on Monday night and it arrived this morning (Saturday) with no duties or anything!

EXCELLENT service!!

Hi Geoff,

Can you tell me what the contents of the 70-300 box are, i.e. does it include the lens hood and carry case/bag thing??

I looking at getting the 70-300 for my new 30d and am awaiting a reply from Fai at Onestop, but if can get answer quicker, then can order quicker

cheers
Gary

AceAceBaby · 19-03-2007, 12:35 PM

My Sigma 70-300 APO DG from OSD came boxed and with the carry pouch and lens hood.

Tomfoolery · 20-03-2007, 3:33 PM

I ordered a Nikon 70-200 from them, paid by bank transfer to get an extra 2% off. It arrived in about a week (which is good, allowing for the 3 days it took for the bank transfer to clear).

Got stung on VAT -although only about £16 on a £900 lens for some reason- but submitted a claim for it to OneStop and received the money back within a few weeks.

Can't fault them really.

nealgs · 21-03-2007, 2:27 AM

Thanks for info AceAceBaby. I've just bought one from a UK member on the POTN forums but still after a Flash an a UV filter or 2.

Gary

petrolhead · 21-03-2007, 2:36 PM

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Originally Posted by PaulBoy

Chip void using Bank Transfer (BT) as this slows everything down by about 3-5days -

So what payment method do you use?

petrolhead · 21-03-2007, 2:39 PM

BTW< they are not always the cheapest eg: Canon 5D - http://www.onestop-digital.com/catal...roducts_id=196 compared to a local retailer - http://www.rgb-tech.co.uk/product/995

geofftelforduk · 21-03-2007, 2:45 PM

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So what payment method do you use?

I used PayPal! Twas the easiest and quickest!!

30-03-2007, 4:30 PM

Regarding payment type for One Stop Digital, although Paypal may be quicker it's also more expensive. They give a 2% discount for bank transfers and cash/cheque deposits (this is automatically activated once you select your payment type). Admittedly they don't advertise this well, but they mention it on their "Payment & Shipment" information page.

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ali68 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: One Stop Digital Ordered a sigma 70-300 on Tues night and postie has just delivered it this very minute (Sat) no fee's to pay either, well chuffed.
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errolg Guest Posts: n/a	Re: One Stop Digital Regarding payment type for One Stop Digital, although Paypal may be quicker it's also more expensive. They give a 2% discount for bank transfers and cash/cheque deposits (this is automatically activated once you select your payment type). Admittedly they don't advertise this well, but they mention it on their "Payment & Shipment" information page.
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