This is a nationwide clearance, but there are pricing variations among the stores. I found $1119, $950.99, and then $838.99 at stores in two different states (MD and VA). There are reports on other sites about places still having the regular price, but there are many other reports for the lowest price as well. One caveat is that more than a handful of BB stores don't carry the Sony Alphas so you may not find it at all.
However, it's a fantastic deal on this camera and well worth the cost. No one quite knows why BB is clearing them out since they just came out at the end of last year, but who cares?!? Sony might be introducing a slightly modified model, or it might be an internal BB decision.
Also, when you're there, if you see the Sony Remote Commander, normally $59.99, check the price. I bought one for $11.99. Lastly, check to see if they have a HVL-F36AM external flash, originally $149.99, but BB was clearing them out not too long ago for around $100.
I broke the rule and did call stores to find the camera since so many don't carry it (at least around me locally). Stafford, VA, has the $950 price (call Woodbridge to pricematch) while Woodbridge, VA (Potomac Mills) has several at the $838 price. Don't forget the 10% off coupon that's floating around. I printed it and used it without a problem for a final price of $755. Some people have reported that stores are denying the coupon since it's a clearance item -- try checking out in the camera section instead of the front.
Happy Hunting!
However, it's a fantastic deal on this camera and well worth the cost. No one quite knows why BB is clearing them out since they just came out at the end of last year, but who cares?!? Sony might be introducing a slightly modified model, or it might be an internal BB decision.
Also, when you're there, if you see the Sony Remote Commander, normally $59.99, check the price. I bought one for $11.99. Lastly, check to see if they have a HVL-F36AM external flash, originally $149.99, but BB was clearing them out not too long ago for around $100.
I broke the rule and did call stores to find the camera since so many don't carry it (at least around me locally). Stafford, VA, has the $950 price (call Woodbridge to pricematch) while Woodbridge, VA (Potomac Mills) has several at the $838 price. Don't forget the 10% off coupon that's floating around. I printed it and used it without a problem for a final price of $755. Some people have reported that stores are denying the coupon since it's a clearance item -- try checking out in the camera section instead of the front.
Happy Hunting!
