simon stingray Posted December 24, 2011 #1 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Hi everyone We are at the hyatt pier 66 in Fort Lauderdale and we board the Crown later today-but our camera has just died. Do they sell cameras onboard and are the prices good or should we leave the hotel and go search for someplace nearby? Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrysalis Posted December 24, 2011 #2 Share Posted December 24, 2011 They sell them, but you might not find the biggest selection.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrysalis Posted December 24, 2011 #3 Share Posted December 24, 2011 You will not be able to buy one on the ship until you have left port..so I would walk to Walgreens and buy one there....or ask the hotel about other places nearby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon stingray Posted December 24, 2011 Author #4 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Thanks for the replies. I didn't know that Wallgreens sold cameras-we'll go there after breakfast. Merry Christmas everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted December 24, 2011 #5 Share Posted December 24, 2011 THey have a small selection on the ship. i am not sure how the prices are there. As mentioned shops don't open until after sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pia1913 Posted December 24, 2011 #6 Share Posted December 24, 2011 THey have a small selection on the ship. i am not sure how the prices are there. As mentioned shops don't open until after sailing. Prices not bad. My husband dropped his camera and the lens bent and would no longer retract. He bought a Nikon on board for about $250. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevesan Posted December 24, 2011 #7 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Emerald had a decent selection of cameras in the photo sales area. Didn't price them, but I'd first check post Christmas sales at the big box stores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrysalis Posted December 24, 2011 #8 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Emerald had a decent selection of cameras in the photo sales area. Didn't price them, but I'd first check post Christmas sales at the big box stores. post Christmas??.....they are getting on the Crown today:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Coral Posted December 24, 2011 #9 Share Posted December 24, 2011 I would try to take a taxi to Walmart, Target or Best Buy (hopefully there is one near by). Especially since the Crown is delayed in embarking today. You will have a bigger selection and they will probably be on sale today. Princess does sell cameras - if I remember correctly, it was one brand. There is a Walgreens nearby - I don't know what kind of selection they have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonbeam Posted December 24, 2011 #10 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Princess sells Nikon at prices that compare to on-shore store retail (i.e. no discounts). They had the camera I bought on sale for $449 for $549 for example, where the normal price is $539 at Adorama. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie MeMe Posted December 24, 2011 #11 Share Posted December 24, 2011 They will have them after get out of port but I would think that maybe be better off at Best Buy. Ask at the desk of hotel they will know where box stores are. I know where the one in Plantation is and it is next to WalMart also a good choice. I absolutely love my new Panasonic Lumix DMC ZS9. I broke my "new" camera in August in Galapagos and the replacement did not really satisfy so bought #2 in November in Plantation, FL next to FLL. Taxi to Best Buy on way to Port. It will work.:D Santa comes early! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chipmaster Posted December 24, 2011 #12 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Hope it all works out, selection is limited. If like the last cruise Nikon products. Not bad, but be warned these might not be USA products ie "grey market" if so the price looks good but won't be serviced nor will warranty be honored in the US. Hi everyone We are at the hyatt pier 66 in Fort Lauderdale and we board the Crown later today-but our camera has just died. Do they sell cameras onboard and are the prices good or should we leave the hotel and go search for someplace nearby? Simon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
san diego sue Posted December 24, 2011 #13 Share Posted December 24, 2011 Their point and shoot cameras were reasonably priced. Remember, no tax, so that is also a bit of savings, when you are comparing. Many people have camera issues and there is always a supply to sell you in the Photo department.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerryl12 Posted December 24, 2011 #14 Share Posted December 24, 2011 The cameras on board (limited selection) are reasonably priced but no screaming deal. You would be a lot better off at a big store if you can get to one nearby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leeroy-Jenkins Posted December 25, 2011 #15 Share Posted December 25, 2011 Do they sell cameras onboard Yes. and are the prices good... No. or should we leave the hotel and go search for someplace nearby? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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