"Competitive is always pleasant to deal with (I've been a customer since 2004), delivery is prompt, their prices close enough to unknown (to me) sites on line that I prefer to deal with a local store, especially in this recession. I want them to stay in business because I know that I can depend on them."

"After scouring the web in search of an out of stock lens, I heard about Competitive Cameras through one of the photography forums. After checking their rating at ResellerRatings.com, I placed my order for the hard to find lens. The price was very competitive. They were courteous and knowledgeable and processed my transaction quickly. I received a confirmation email with tracking number right away. The item shipped the same day that I placed the order and arrived two days later, well packaged and in excellent condition. I would definitely purchase from Competitive Cameras again! Highly recommend!"

"Back on July 17th 2009, I ordered the Nikon 35mm f/1.8 lens from Adorama. I've purchased from them in the past with great results. Their prices are competitive and shipping is prompt. However, I had been emailing Adorama every two weeks since I placed the order to get status. I kept getting the same comments that because it's a popular lens, it was still on back order. I was given figures on how many people ordered the lens: 1000+ then 800+, then 600+ (about 2.5 weeks ago).

4 Sept: Yesterday the number grew to "700+". Huh?? I want this lens for my trip in November. Since they didn't know when I would get mine, I went back to searching for other companies to purchase from. Many of the others also had the lens on back order (Amazon, B&H, etc).

By chance I found one persons comment on Flicker (dated 26 Aug) stating he purchased the lens from Competitive Cameras out of Dallas, TX, which he highly recommended. I called the store and voila! they had the lens in stock! Bunches of them. I ordered the lens and received it on 10 Sept, the same date I was told I would receive it. The price of the lens was the same as Adorama: $199.95 (but shipping was $14 vs. Adorama’s $6.95). This lens is so popular that other companies are charging $250, such as Amazon and Walmart! Talk about price gouging.

The two men I talked to on the phone were very nice. I talked to the first person who answered my questions (price, warranty, availability) and then forwarded me to the next person who was also very nice and helpful and who took my order. I was told they are the "Authorized Nikon and Canon Dealer in Texas, if not the South/Southwest." The day I received my lens, Van emailed me to make sure I received the lens. It was nice to see that this company follows up with their customers.

So far I am enjoying my lens. It has a great feature – manual override on focusing. Pretty cool. It’s compact and lightweight, which helps in carrying my D80 all day long. I haven’t used it in low light, but I’m sure it will be great.

I am extremely happy with the service I received from Competitive Cameras, and will certainly go back to them in the future for my camera equipment purchases.

Monica Pileggi
Photos I took with this great little lens: http://www.pileggiphotography.com/Photography/New-Nikon-35mm-f18-lens/9616079_zJPw6#647981587_jZnAR"

"I have purchased a number of lenses from Competitive Cameras. They are fantastic to work with. I live in Illinois and purchase everything from them because of the service I get. They are reliable and honest.
JoAnn"

"I couldnt find a Tokina 11-16mm (Nikon) any where else in stock and decided to give Competitive Camera in Dallas a chance based on a suggestion in a forum. Great customer phone service, didn't try to up sell or add anything to the order. The price was the same as the big online camera stores. Prompt e-mail with tracking number and fantastic e-mail follow up. The item came quickly and was in perfect working order. "

"These guys are PHENOMENAL! I needed a lens for an upcoming trip and its release had been delayed by Canon. I found out the day before I was to leave that Competitive had just gotten their first shipment.
They shipped it overnight and I had it before I left- all at a price cheaper than the NYC stores."

"Best place in Dallas to get Camera Equipment. They often meet or beat NY prices. Most DFW professionals get their equipment at competitive including the Dallas Morning News."

" Our local paper, Dallas Morning News, featured a story about this family's own and operated camera store. Article said prices were great and that major professional photographers knew about and purchased their cameras there, that it was the best well kept secret in Dallas- Fort Worth area for great prices on cameras and equipment.
I sent an email telling him what camera I wanted and how much would he sell the camera to me. The next morning the owner called me and quoted me the best price, matched New York's online prices. Store was stuffed with photography products of every kind. Salesperson was very knowledgeable and didn't try to sell me things I didn't need. When customers can shop at brick and mortar stores and get online New York prices without the pressure and worry it really is a win-win situation.
They also appeared to do online-telephone orders. "