I noticed that some sites have listings for this lens in either a "Japanese domestic" version or an "international" version. Any quality difference?
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I do not know what it means. The lens is manufactured in Thailand. The Sony I have, A7s was manufactured in Thailand too. The new lens I got , a 24-240 was made in China. The 24-70 Vario Tessar is better in quality than the new lens I got but I prefer to have a wider zoom lens, for me it is not practical to be changing lenses. Nowadays most manufacturers are transferring manufacture to other countries to lower costas, most of Apple products are made in China. The only thing I can think about a Japanese version, is that it is the one sold in Japan.
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The lens is the same. I would recommend purchasing from Amazon, as there are no significant discounts and Amazon standing behind their products and purchasers, to include no-charge 2 day shipping if a Prime member worth it. By the way, a great lens. If you are a pro then go for it, but the new 24-240 lens at $995 is a great bargain and a great lens covering a 10X magnification, relatively light, and works great on e-mount Sony's. I just got mine and am ecstatic with it.
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No there is no quality difference. Only serial number difference, i.e. it contains serial specific to a certain country. Sony will not cover warranty within USA. You can buy a third party warranty in case you need it. I never buy lenses within USA. The same lens usually is 25% cheaper from Japan or Hong Kong and those sellers provide free third party warranty. Unless you do not handle your lenses with tender care, there is no sense to buy lenses in the USA just for the sake warranty. The professional Lenses are made to last for years. But, I never buy camera which manufacturer will not cover under warranty within USA. You may have higher chances of needing a warranty repair for a Camera. No there is no quality difference. Only serial number difference, i.e. it contains serial specific to a certain country. Sony will not cover warranty within USA. You can buy a third party warranty in case you need it. I never buy lenses within USA. The same lens usually is 25% cheaper from Japan or Hong Kong and those sellers provide free third party warranty. Unless you do not handle your lenses with tender care, there is no sense to buy lenses in the USA just for the sake warranty. The professional Lenses are made to last for years. But, I never buy camera which manufacturer will not... » Read More No there is no quality difference. Only serial number difference, i.e. it contains serial specific to a certain country. Sony will not cover warranty within USA. You can buy a third party warranty in case you need it. I never buy lenses within USA. The same lens usually is 25% cheaper from Japan or Hong Kong and those sellers provide free third party warranty. Unless you do not handle your lenses with tender care, there is no sense to buy lenses in the USA just for the sake warranty. The professional Lenses are made to last for years. But, I never buy camera which manufacturer will not cover under warranty within USA. You may have higher chances of needing a warranty repair for a Camera. « Show Less
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The lenses should be identical in quality and performance - if buying new, warranty may be an issue.
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If it is sold directly by Amazon, I don't believe you have an issue. If it's a 3rd party (even selling through Amazon), you should check. Usually it'll say something like "USA Warranty" in the description. And if a lens is significantly cheaper than at the usual places, be doubly suspicious.It's a great lens, but its strength is in the 16-24 range, not as much in the 24-35 range. Since I have the 24-70, that's not such a big deal -- but be aware.
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I don't know the answer, but I'll answer anyway. I bought mine used, from a seller called "anandrav." So I took a chance. The lens arrived in perfect condition. But what I really wanted to say, is that the quality of the images and the general sharpness of the lens has really been eye-opening. I've bought enough things by grey market, that if one turned out to be a failure, I"d still be miles ahead. But, of course, I don;t know the particular seller and your tolerance for risk. I'm a little tolerant. What's the ad look like and who is the seller?
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I don't know for sure where the lens is made, but of course Nikon is a Japanese company. The lens is a favorite of Ken Rockwell, whose opinions seem to be unanimously followed. If your concern is warranty, not quality, the question is whether the lens is grey market or carries a "usa warranty." The seller should tell you this.
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Hi, thanks question. This lens made in Japan. But It's parts of China and Malaysia, Korea.Thanks in advance.
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Yes that lens is made in Japan. "Made in Japan" is printed on the lens.Mike
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HelloThe lens says Made in Japan on it. I know that all the premium Nikon lenses and pro bodies come from Japan.
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Japan from all I can find. I thought I saw it on the camera at some point. It is on the box and the extra lense I bought.
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I have no idea. The whole camera was made in Japan, and there is no indication that the lens was made in another place. I suggest you call and ask. Their number in the US: 800-211-7262.
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Everything is in Japanese on the camera.. And it made me panic, then I found out u can change the language to English =) I'm very happy with the camera so far good deal with the lens included saved me over four hundred bucks
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Because of the camera ship from Japan.It with the Japanese warranty.And the all non-US market Olympus cameras must be clearly labeled "International Version (No Warranty)".because of ship from japan.It's lower than the U.S.A's.It likes you travel to Japan,in there,You buy a camera.The price is more low than in U.S.A.But if the camera didn't work well.You must sent to the camera to Japan.All the cameras usually with the warranty in one year.in one year if it didin't work well .you can ask to retune the camera.Thankyou!
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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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I am not so sure, however, it could be the ones to be sold in a package deal. (body plus 2 lens = $XXX) Or it may just indicate where the lens is distributed at. The same lens sold in Japan are marked as 0345B001 and the lens sold by CANON USA are 0345B002 but they are both made in Japan. So they could have a different numbers for Europe etc. As long as the lens are made at their facility in Japan they should be same. Some other Canon lens are made at Canon's overseas production lines but are still made to Canon's high quality standards. I hope this will answer to your question.
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Typically, the pro lenses come from Japan. Consumer lenses, like this one, come from Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines and China (and maybe elsewhere). Those coming from China are the ones to avoid, based upon Nikon user feedback that I have come across. This appears to be true for other Nikon lenses coming from China, as well. Not just this one.
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Yes it is. I will say this. There is Canon USA, which is lens manufactured, and imported directly for/to Canon. Then there is Canon lens NOT directly imported to Canon. They are imported directly to certain "sellers". It is a Canon lens. But you must understand that Canon lens can be made in various places/factories. However it's not a "Canon USA" lens. But by buying lens this way in my own opinion you save a ton of MONEY!
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My T5i is made in Japan. Both of my USM lenses are made in Japan. I do not own the 18-200, however.
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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.).