"Long Story short...

I paid $369.99 for a new camera, DIYMICRO shipped me a refurbished one. I contacted them, they refuse to exchange basically stating that it was my fault for not knowing that they shipped me a refurbished camera... gave me a take or leave it offer to refund $21.99 (the difference of the 2 cameras) and give me a 3 year warranty that they might not even honored (that will be another story) So basically forced me to buy a refurbished camera for $348, which if I really wanted to, I could have easily gotten for $319.99 on Canon's own website!

So thank you DIYMICRO for being so dishonest and ripping me off!

Oh and by the way, I found this website to review DIYMICRO because they send me this email :) So please trust the other reviews at your own discretion.
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Update again:
I apologize for the lengthy review, I just couldn't help it after I read their reply.
I just don't see why they are trying to place the blame on the unknowing consumer (sorry the camera didn't say "refurbished", so I didn't know). The way they reply just sound to me like "it was your own fault for being cheated" as obviously another reviewer caught them in the act while I didn't (fast enough anyway).

See review from pwillies on how he also got a refurbished item, and DIYMIRCRO's reply "DIYMicro - they said they only sold new items, not refurbs. However the item was clearly a refurb: It was not in retail packaging, the camera body had some scratches, there were finger marks on the lens, the lens-cap was already installed, among other things. "

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/view/DIY_Micro/page/8

He gave them 4 stars, because he caught them in the act and they had to refund him. Too bad I was too late. They start counting when you have purchased the item (which is why they said that I told them after over 2 months, and they took a little over 2 weeks to ship to me... but truth be told I really didn't really stand a chance even if I know how to tell a refurbished camera apart. As I didn't get to examine my camera until over 48hrs later which is their limit on notifying them after you receive the item. Their 14day refund only stand for unopen product... (so how was I suppose to check?)"

"Did not receive tracking number initially, but customer service provided one once I called and it was shipped very promptly. Nicely packed and cheaper than elsewhere. Would recommend."

"Great price, quick shipping! Pleasant transaction"

"We were very pleased with the ordering process and received our product on the exact date that was stated upon ordering. The price was about $100 less than anywhere else online and about $200 less than local retailers for the product we ordered. I would definitely order from these guys again."

"I was looking for a good entry level DSLR that wouldn't break the bank to get into. My sister in law told me about the Canon XS so I quickly looked for the best price for a lens and body combo. When I came across the price on DIY Micro I almost didn't believe it. But after reading all the positive reviews I ordered the camera and just over a week later I had my new camera as advertised! Couldn't be more satisfied."

"I ordered a camera for my mother, and actually goofed and ordered the wrong one. When I received the camera I realized I'd ordered it wrong. I emailed DIY and they were very responsive to answer and tell me that they'd be happy to exchange the camera. This was done in record time! I'm very happy with my camera, and the price was great! Thank you!"

"Awesome product for an Awesome price. Customer service was amazing! No wait, and representatives spoke clear english and was very helpful."

"DIY Micro has very reasonable prices. I ordered a Nikon D3100 with a 18-55mm lens and a Nikon 55-200mm lens. I received exactly what I ordered. My order arrived quickly and I was able to track it through the delivery process. I did contact their customer service and asked about tracking information after 3 days. They were very courteous and and said they would contact the shipping company. I checked again 2 hours later and the shipping company had updated their status. I have had the camera for almost 2 months now and have had no problems. I took it on vacation and it took beautiful pictures. I am very pleased with the performance of the products I purchased and with DIY Micro. "

"I recently bought a Canon SX30-IS digital camera from DIY Micro. I had a few questions, so i called them and the customer service was excellent. After i made my purchase, i received the camera promptly. Overall, an excellent transaction!"

"I found DIY Micro when shopping for a new Canon digital camera. Not only was the price good but the service was outstanding, starting with the person who took my order. They answered my questions to my satisfaction and I purchased the product. I selected regular shipping but I still received it within a week of placing the order. The camera came in perfect working order."

"Lowest price for excellent product. Excellent shipping & fast!"

"The web site is easy to navigate, excellent prices, delivery was quick. No problems."

"Great seller! The item was out of stock when we purchased due to the Japan earthquake. We were notified immediately and received our camera quickly after it was shipped. I would use this seller again in the future. "

"I had an absolutely wonderful experience ordering from Diymicoro! The ordering process was simply and easy to follow. I received notification when my product shipped and it arrived within days. I highly recommend this site! Thanks Mikki"

"I was extremely pleased with DIY Micro. They performed above and beyond my expectations. The sales team was very professional. I did a lot of shopping around and found that DIY would not be undersold. I will purchase from them again."