Tourists warned to beware of ‘bargain’ cameras

IRISH holidaymakers have been warned about being duped into buying bargain-price cameras abroad which they mistakenly believe to be top-quality brands.

The European Consumer Centre in Dublin has advised tourists travelling to Spain — especially the Canary Islands — to take extra care when spending hundreds of euro on camera equipment.

The ECC, which is co-funded by the European Commission and the Office of the Director of Consumer Affairs, has issued the alert following a growing number of complaints about the issue.