I've heard mixed things about Lear. Augusta has a stellar reputation and an A+ BBB rating. I'd go with Augusta if you can afford the minimum. Their lifetime support is a big plus.

Nah, that guy's probably got a basement full of those parts just waiting for the right sucker to come along. $120 is cheap insurance against having to explain to your wife why you need $600 for a camera repair.

8 to 16 people because you changed the questions? That's wild.