What kind of freebies do we really want?

[wildstallion]

1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Buy one get one free on bodies! :thumbsup: :sweatsm:


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Socks/flipflops!

 

[nightwolf75]

hehe... someone is reading this.

at comex, CP is giving out the (i think) manfrotto 190B + 486RC2 with DSLR purchases at comex. finally, something usable. :bsmilie:

 

[ortega]

this is a nice list with useful information for their marketing ppl

i would rather have less but useful freebies
instead of more useless stuff

 

[AReality]

1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Buy one get one free on bodies! :thumbsup: :sweatsm:
19. Electric operated skateboard.


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Socks/flipflops!

 

[Hojunior]

this is a nice list with useful information for their marketing ppl

i would rather have less but useful freebies
instead of more useless stuff

100% Agreed!
just like my Tripod which come with D70s kits set.

 

[westwest1]

1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Buy one get one free on bodies! :thumbsup: :sweatsm:
19. Electric operated skateboard.
20. 5% share of nikon profit


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Socks/flipflops!
12. 67mm 1A filter (what on earth is this?)

 

[Cheesecake]

1A filter is skylight.

 

[natania]

1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Nikon eye-cup


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11.

 

[XC Pictorial]

Erm.. sorry to butt in, its great to have a wishlist but then if its something we would want, and likely to even pay for eg. 50f1.8, 18-200, 17-55, SB800/600 CPL etc etc..

then why would they give you free when they know we WILL pay for them..

Ya but i do agree with the list of useless crap..
though the umbrella was quite useful today i felt..

 

[Ramius]

My take on freebies with value is simple. If vendors are not willing to give valuable freebies because customers will buy them, then think about whether customers will buy from the vendor in the first place.

Cash vouchers are the best for both parties IMO. It ensures the customer will head back to the shop, allows him/her to pick out the accessories they want. If there is nothing a customer want, he can sell off the voucher to another customer, much easier than selling something from the "Free" bundle.

Eg, of the D200 "Free" bundle right now, the only component of value to me, is only the LensPen. Yes, even for a person without any prior accessories. Therefore, the bundle's value is drastically reduced.


1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Nikon eye-cup
19. Shutter Release
20. Vertical Grip where applicable
21. Nikon Software (Rather than *ahem*)


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Training courses (PAID for especially)

 

[westwest1]

My take on freebies with value is simple. If vendors are not willing to give valuable freebies because customers will buy them, then think about whether customers will buy from the vendor in the first place.

Cash vouchers are the best for both parties IMO. It ensures the customer will head back to the shop, allows him/her to pick out the accessories they want. If there is nothing a customer want, he can sell off the voucher to another customer, much easier than selling something from the "Free" bundle.

Eg, of the D200 "Free" bundle right now, the only component of value to me, is only the LensPen. Yes, even for a person without any prior accessories. Therefore, the bundle's value is drastically reduced.


1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Nikon eye-cup
19. Shutter Release
20. Vertical Grip where applicable
21. Nikon Software (Rather than *ahem*)


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Training courses (PAID for especially)
12. Lucky draw coupon (damn I hate this!)

 

[AReality]

My take on freebies with value is simple. If vendors are not willing to give valuable freebies because customers will buy them, then think about whether customers will buy from the vendor in the first place.

Cash vouchers are the best for both parties IMO. It ensures the customer will head back to the shop, allows him/her to pick out the accessories they want. If there is nothing a customer want, he can sell off the voucher to another customer, much easier than selling something from the "Free" bundle.

Eg, of the D200 "Free" bundle right now, the only component of value to me, is only the LensPen. Yes, even for a person without any prior accessories. Therefore, the bundle's value is drastically reduced.


1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Electric operated skateboard.
19. Shutter Release
20. Vertical Grip where applicable
21. Nikon Software (Rather than *ahem*)


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Training courses (PAID for especially)
12. Lucky draw coupon (damn I hate this!)

 

[ipin]

My take on freebies with value is simple. If vendors are not willing to give valuable freebies because customers will buy them, then think about whether customers will buy from the vendor in the first place.

Cash vouchers are the best for both parties IMO. It ensures the customer will head back to the shop, allows him/her to pick out the accessories they want. If there is nothing a customer want, he can sell off the voucher to another customer, much easier than selling something from the "Free" bundle.

Eg, of the D200 "Free" bundle right now, the only component of value to me, is only the LensPen. Yes, even for a person without any prior accessories. Therefore, the bundle's value is drastically reduced.


1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Electric operated skateboard.
19. Shutter Release
20. Vertical Grip where applicable
21. Nikon Software (Rather than *ahem*)
22. A GOOD camera bag (e.g. Lowepro or a Crumpler voucher)


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Training courses (PAID for especially)
12. Lucky draw coupon (damn I hate this!)

 

[Cheesecake]

hehe... someone is reading this.

at comex, CP is giving out the (i think) manfrotto 190B + 486RC2 with DSLR purchases at comex. finally, something usable. :bsmilie:

no leh, they show me the tripod today and it is a 055Pro!:bsmilie: 486RC2 head i think.

maybe too many complaints of the rubbish brolly(WHAT?!)!!:bsmilie:

 

[ipin]

no leh, they show me the tripod today and it is a 055Pro!:bsmilie: 486RC2 head i think.

maybe too many complaints of the rubbish brolly(WHAT?!)!!:bsmilie:

i think there might be 2 different models of tripods on display at the Nikon booth, IIRC. :think:
I reckon the brolly came in handy to some who went on the 1st day as it was raining almost the entire morning and afternoon! :bsmilie:

 

[Cheesecake]

i think there might be 2 different models of tripods on display at the Nikon booth, IIRC. :think:
I reckon the brolly came in handy to some who went on the 1st day as it was raining almost the entire morning and afternoon! :bsmilie:

as for the tripods, it wasn't stated clearly!
perhaps the D200 will get the 055Pro. and the D70s n D80 will get the 190Pro.

anyway, the brolly, really.... :sweat:

 

[ipin]

as for the tripods, it wasn't stated clearly!
perhaps the D200 will get the 055Pro. and the D70s n D80 will get the 190Pro.

anyway, the brolly, really.... :sweat:

I can't remember, but was told that one model would be given away with the D200 and D80, whereas the other model, the buyer has an option to buy or something.

i know....the grey brolly........:sweat:
:sweatsm:

 

[_espn_]

These trade fairs normally assume buyers are new users and needs the free gifts and aims to help the buyers (aka newbies) kick off their shooting experience + learning curve.

They can't keep everybody happy.

Imagine a D80 user bought the D80 kit, but the bundle came with 50 f/1.8 and a D80 eye-cup set instead of SD cards and tripod.

So now how? Who defines what's useful? :dunno: Why not go out shoot more?

 

[Minimalis]

My take on freebies with value is simple. If vendors are not willing to give valuable freebies because customers will buy them, then think about whether customers will buy from the vendor in the first place.

Cash vouchers are the best for both parties IMO. It ensures the customer will head back to the shop, allows him/her to pick out the accessories they want. If there is nothing a customer want, he can sell off the voucher to another customer, much easier than selling something from the "Free" bundle.

Eg, of the D200 "Free" bundle right now, the only component of value to me, is only the LensPen. Yes, even for a person without any prior accessories. Therefore, the bundle's value is drastically reduced.


1. CF/SD card case like the one given out at the D2X launch(this is nice)
2. UV filters (options to upgrade NIKON NC filterS!!!!!)
3. LCD screen cover/protector
4. SD/ CF cards
5. 50mm f1.8 (option to upgrade to f1.4D with top-up)
6. OTG <---something like Digitmate
7. Electronic dry cabinet(@ least 30L with options to upgrade to 60/90 with top-up)
8. SB-600/SB-800 (option to upgrade from SB600 to SB800 with top-up)
9. Cash Vouchers (just gimme good rebate!!! and not some RUBBISH BROLLY!!!!)
10. better camera bag (not like the current next to useless bag)
11. sensor cleaning kit (this is nice.)
12. Additional batteries (this is great!)
13. Gaffer Tape
14. Nice Original NIKON camera straps(we get to choose the design and colors!!)
15. Good bundle price with 17-55 and/or 18-200(options to upgrade)
16. Circular Polarisers for bundled kit lens if any
17. Rechargable AA batteries (with charger)
18. Electric operated skateboard.
19. Shutter Release
20. Vertical Grip where applicable
21. Nikon Software (Rather than *ahem*)
22. A GOOD camera bag (e.g. Lowepro or a Crumpler voucher)
23. Option for either $200-300 rebate off selling price or freebies


Another list of what we don't want
1. umbrella (this is the classic sucker punch)
2. cheapo cleaning kit
3. the Digital 123 CD... yet again! (this is pure hell!)
4. lousy tripod
5. cheapo dry box
6. RUBBISH CHEAPO air purifier! (what the hell is this for?!)
7. CHEAPO rubbish back-pack bags that are not for cameras/lenses.
8. photo paper
9. ugly looking photog vest
10. Memory cards that are less than 1GB
11. Training courses (PAID for especially)
12. Lucky draw coupon (damn I hate this!)
13. Kenko Filters (prefer Hoya/Nikon or B+W)

 

[ipin]

These trade fairs normally assume buyers are new users and needs the free gifts and aims to help the buyers (aka newbies) kick off their shooting experience + learning curve.

They can't keep everybody happy.

Imagine a D80 user bought the D80 kit, but the bundle came with 50 f/1.8 and a D80 eye-cup set instead of SD cards and tripod.

So now how? Who defines what's useful? :dunno: Why not go out shoot more?

But as they proceed up the curve, they'll be wanting or buying these items at a later stage. Given these options, the optional freebies or upgrades can help these newbies along the learning curve.