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Sep 16, 2014 14:42:24 #
1. I am looking to buy a high quality 35mm digital camera with interchangeable lenses under $500. Any ideas?
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
Sep 16, 2014 16:04:35 #
Welcome!
I'm a Canon user, started with the Rebel XT, now have the T3i. Love the camera. Others on UHH have same or similar.
One retailer with an excellent rep is B&H, in NYC. Here are a few used SLR's:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/browse/Used-Department/ci/2870/N/4294247188
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ns=p_PRICE_2%7c0&ci=18978&setNs=p_PRICE_2%7c0&N=4112501919&srtclk=sort
I'm a Canon user, started with the Rebel XT, now have the T3i. Love the camera. Others on UHH have same or similar.
One retailer with an excellent rep is B&H, in NYC. Here are a few used SLR's:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/browse/Used-Department/ci/2870/N/4294247188
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ns=p_PRICE_2%7c0&ci=18978&setNs=p_PRICE_2%7c0&N=4112501919&srtclk=sort
Sep 16, 2014 16:36:47 #
Welcome to the Hog. You can't go wrong with major brand names. Refurbished or used from the manufacturer or from B&H, Adorama or KEH are a good thing...Amazon is good too. Look out for too good to be true prices on "new" cameras and lenses. They are "grey market", meaning they don't carry the manufacturer's US warranty and the warranties many of these sellers purport to have aren't worth anything. The camera or lens may be identical, made in the same factory, but Nikon or Canon can tell the real deal from the serial numbers. Hope this helps.
Sep 16, 2014 16:52:32 #
Welcome to UHH Pierre.
Refurbished equipment is an excellent choice, if purchased from a reputable dealer. I have bought refurbished equipment from B&H with no problem.
Refurbished equipment is an excellent choice, if purchased from a reputable dealer. I have bought refurbished equipment from B&H with no problem.
Sep 17, 2014 09:04:02 #
Mac wrote:
Welcome to UHH Pierre.
Refurbished equipment is an excellent choice, if purchased from a reputable dealer. I have bought refurbished equipment from B&H with no problem.
Refurbished equipment is an excellent choice, if purchased from a reputable dealer. I have bought refurbished equipment from B&H with no problem.
I agree. B&H is a great dealer and stand behind everything they sell. :) :)
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Sep 17, 2014 09:48:08 #
Mac wrote:
Welcome to UHH Pierre.
Refurbished equipment is an excellent choice, if purchased from a reputable dealer. I have bought refurbished equipment from B&H with no problem.
Refurbished equipment is an excellent choice, if purchased from a reputable dealer. I have bought refurbished equipment from B&H with no problem.
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Totally Agree....
BTW=
Welcome to UHH. There are some really great people here. ALL of them willing to give you help, advice and of course, their opinions.
AND... Any Question is fair game, about photography. Do not be shy here .. Do not feel that you are asking a "stupid question".... As I tell my students.... The only "stupid question" is the one that You keep to Yourself.
Good luck in your quest to find a good buy on that 35mm Camera....
((I assume that you are looking for a "Full Frame" DSLR camera? = If you are looking for FILM 35mm cameras those can be had at very low prices.))
Sep 17, 2014 09:56:38 #
For refurbished, which I can also recommend without reservation, don't forget the camera manufacturers themselves. Patience is also a virtue as Canon et al frequently cycle cameras through further discounts. I recently purchased a 70d for $815 and a SX50 for $315 direct. All Canon refurbs come with a standard manufacturer's one year warranty. And as another hog mentioned, Adorama, KEH, B&H also offer refurbs. Honestly, I've not found a reason not to buy them. Just remember to price compare. One last point, because most cameras are price protected, retailers often bundle to attract customers. If you run across such a bundle, it is beneficial to research what they are offering. Enjoy. The journey is often as enjoyable as the destination.
Sep 17, 2014 09:59:33 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
Welcome to UHH. I buy a lot of stuff from B&H. I have had excellent experience and service from them. There are other companies that have good reputations, such as Adorama, but I haven't done business with them. There is nothing wrong with refurbished cameras.
pierrelie48 wrote:
1. I am looking to buy a high quality 35mm digital camera with interchangeable lenses under $500. Any ideas?
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
Sep 17, 2014 10:41:31 #
I've been dealing with B&H since the mid 1980's and Adorama and keh.com since the 1990's and I've never had a problem with any of them. Refurbished is a good way to save money as is getting lightly used gear. IMO, keh.com is the best for used gear, but B&H and Adorama are very good too.
Sep 17, 2014 10:47:02 #
pierrelie48 wrote:
1. I am looking to buy a high quality 35mm digital camera with interchangeable lenses under $500. Any ideas?
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
There is a refurbished t3i with an 18-55 IS II lens for $479.99 on Canon's refurbished site right now. A great starter kit.
http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/cameras/refurbished-eos-digital-slr-cameras/eos-rebel-t3i-ef-s-18-55mm-is-ii-lens-kit-refurbished
Sep 17, 2014 14:42:07 #
B & H is very good for new and refurbished. For the amount of money you have to spend you will probably only be able to buy one lens for the camera. So get one that suits most of your shooting style.
Sep 17, 2014 19:13:58 #
I always tell new photographers to choose their lenses first because once your'e invested in lenses it's difficult to switch. Take in to consideration the quality and range of lenses available, not only for now but also for future expansion. for example if some day in the future you decide you just must have an 85mm 1.2 and you own Nikon then you are just SOL because Nikon doesn't make one but Canon does. Are you going to buy a whole new body to accommodate that lens?
Sep 17, 2014 19:27:01 #
pierrelie48 wrote:
1. I am looking to buy a high quality 35mm digital camera with interchangeable lenses under $500. Any ideas?
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
Pierre, welcome to the Hog!
Yes, refurbs are a very good way to buy eqiuipment. I buy mostly refurb gear.
All of the DSLR's are good cameras of high quality.
Personally I chose to go Canon because their lenses are more versatile. Also it's the biggest camera company and Canon gear is more available both new and used, as well as more available from 3rd party manufacturers.
Good luck. ;-)
SS
Sep 17, 2014 19:34:34 #
pierrelie48 wrote:
1. I am looking to buy a high quality 35mm digital camera with interchangeable lenses under $500. Any ideas?
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
2. Are refurbished cameras a good buy? Where can I purchase?
Pierre E
Welcome to UHH Pierre,
If you're looking for a 35mm equivalent digital, you need to look at full frame (FX in Nikon), not cropped (APS-C, or DX) bodies. Given your stated budget, that's going to be a bit difficult to find as FF bodies and lenses are considerably more expensive than so-called crop sensor cameras. There are many excellent APS-C bodies out there that would fit your budget as mentioned above. B&H has a refurbished Nikon D5200 with lens for $499.95 here
Sep 17, 2014 19:53:47 #
MarkD wrote:
I've been dealing with B&H since the mid 1980's and Adorama and keh.com since the 1990's and I've never had a problem with any of them. Refurbished is a good way to save money as is getting lightly used gear. IMO, keh.com is the best for used gear, but B&H and Adorama are very good too.
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