Very obviously, he kept pushing for the Samsung model: L201 to us instead by telling us how well the camera's function can catered for us. And the initial price for that was RM799. Even after less, it still cost about RM750. Of course, when we were out to buy things that worth 3 digits or more, surely we wanted to survey more than just one shop, possibly maybe more than one mall. So, I told the sales guy that we want to think about it first. Before we left that shop, he told us he would lowered down the price some more if we are seriously committed to buy. Anyway, I would still like to look at other shops first and decide later.
The front view of the Samsung L201
The back view of the Samsung L201Daddy told me he was looking for a camera with optical zoom more than 3 times (normal ones are usually 3 times only) and besides, he don't trust the Samsung brand because obviously Samsung brand covers not only digital cameras but other electrical appliances. He wanted a brand that is solely on cameras like Nikon, Canon and Olympus. Then, we passed by SenQ. Knowing that SenQ doesn't offered many choices, we still have a look because we were practically there already in Mines and there was no harm checking out.
We managed to shortlist the Olympus MJU 1010 digital camera that has the specs that daddy wanted, i.e., 7 times optical zoom at only RM799 for Plus One Member. Non-member will have to purchase it at RM1050. The purchase of the camera will entitled you to a free 4GB memory card and another extra warranty year (provided if you join the membership-fee is RM12). Not bad actually but still we decided to think it through. We hopped on to another shop, Fotokem before heading home. We found out that the earlier Samsung L201 was only sold for RM749 in Fotokem and the Olympus MJU 1010 at RM1100 plus. There goes the first shop--->Blacklisted from us for such high marked up price!
That night, daddy managed to read some online reviews about both cameras. No doubt RM799 for the Olympus camera in SenQ was considered very cheap compared to the market outside. Plus, all the functions are there with 7 times optical zoom, 2.7 inch hypercrystal LCD and 10 megapixels. We made up our mind to get that camera from SenQ. So, Friday night we went back to Mines to get it. The moment we wanted to pay for it, the whole Mines went blackout! Disappointing, we headed on back home because we don't want to wait as we don't know when the electricity will resume. But, we were very determined to buy it, so, we decided to go back again tomorrow.
On the following day (Saturday), we went to Jusco to get Lunz a pair of new and comfy sandal. Suitable for our Singapore trip plus he can wear to school next time as his current pair was already much worn out. By the way, we dropped by and check out the Olympus camera price in Jusco. It was RM900 plus. This confirmed our decision. We can get no cheaper than what SenQ was offering. Sometimes, in a general store like that you can get good bargains!
By evening, we managed to purchase the camera finally! The camera comes with the FOCs as below:
1. 4GB memory card (I was shocked to see the development in technology. The 4GB card was even smaller than a SIM card-alright, I admit.....maybe I was a bit out-dated).
2. 3 years of warranty (Because we use a friend's VIP gold card member-additional 1 year warranty on top of the 2 years).
3. A Panasonic cordless house phone (This one was out from my expectation because I never thought there was a free gift but I am glad it came along with the camera package. It's red in color, nice and small. We were using it already).
A part from those, I quite like the camera. I think it was a very good bargain. Overall, I am very satisfied as we can get a cool Olympus camera for such a cheap price and so many freebies.
The front view of the Olympus MJU 1010
The back view of the Olympus MJU 1010Just can't wait for Friday! :P
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