Legit Company?
Feb 3, 2018 10:14:49 #
I was looking at a site for used camera gear out of Indiana, called UsedPhotoPro, has anyone had any dealing with them that they would share with me?
Feb 3, 2018 10:22:09 #
Did you search for reviews?
FWIW--- Here's one.
https://www.photo.net/discuss/threads/buying-canon-fd-lens-on-used-photo-pro.496636/
FWIW--- Here's one.
https://www.photo.net/discuss/threads/buying-canon-fd-lens-on-used-photo-pro.496636/
Feb 3, 2018 10:45:20 #
Feb 3, 2018 10:45:48 #
Old Timer
Loc: Greenfield, In.
It is Roberts cameras. It is an old established company. I just bought a used 70 200 f4 is lens from them this week. The are good reputable company. I have used them in the past both at the store and online. They have top customer service, In fact I prefer them over some of the more recognized co. I bought the lens from them direct for less than other places and being local I had to pay In. sales tax but was still less than Ebay and am well satisfied with the condition. Shipping is free on most items.
Feb 3, 2018 11:57:04 #
I picked up a used Nikon 80-200 f2.0 from Roberts cameras and I'm very happy with it.
Feb 3, 2018 12:26:52 #
I can vouch for Roberts. They are my go to store even though they are a couple of hours away.
Feb 3, 2018 12:54:20 #
Very good packaging for shipment and have a great grading system. Give you the shutter count if it can be assertained.
Feb 3, 2018 17:45:39 #
I have noticed, on many of their lenses they have for sale, even the ones listed as in "mint condition," it says "lens has light internal dust." that alarms me, should it alarm me? Would you advise me to buy a lens that has that label attached to it?
Feb 4, 2018 05:51:36 #
Wanderer2
Loc: Colorado Rocky Mountains
I purchased a fairly expensive used lens from Roberts recently, listed as mint. It was - couldn't be distinguished from new and was quite a saving. That's my only purchase from them so far but probably won't be the last.
Feb 4, 2018 06:12:12 #
jradose wrote:
I have noticed, on many of their lenses they have for sale, even the ones listed as in "mint condition," it says "lens has light internal dust." that alarms me, should it alarm me? Would you advise me to buy a lens that has that label attached to it?
virtually all zooms will "absorb" dust-some more than others. The nature of the mechanisms tends to create a vacuum when moving out. Once dust is sucked in, it's hard for it to find it's way out. Generally speaking, the internal dust rarely causes image problems, unless it is so thick as to cause a haze-or so large as to be seen in an image. Every zoom I own has some dust in it, and that includes my Canon L-glass. I wouldn't be alarmed at the "light internal dust" description-especially if coming from a reputable seller/reseller. I've sold to Usedphotopro and have been happy with their monetary offerings.
Feb 4, 2018 07:16:23 #
Yup, that’s Roberts Camera. I purchased a used Tamron 150-600 G2 in pristine condition. They have a good reputation and it was a pleasure dealing with them.
Feb 4, 2018 08:56:09 #
I have bought many thousands of $'s worth from them or their parent co. called Roberts Camera... they are my go to place.
Feb 4, 2018 08:57:09 #
I’ve ordered a lens hood from them before. Check their ebay store...sometimes that’s cheaper, for the same item.
Feb 4, 2018 09:45:47 #
Feb 4, 2018 10:10:21 #
walkurie
Loc: East Stroudsburg, PA
Very professional staff. I have both purchased and sold equipment with them. The D90 I recently purchased was an incredible value. The lenses have always been correctly graded.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
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