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Mar 11, 2023 08:02:05   #
rv8striker Loc: St. Louis, MO area
 
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time and mirrorless was the way I wanted to go. I was close enough to “pulling the trigger” that I went to my local camera store (Shiller’s in St. Louis) to ask some questions I’ve had. After hearing responses to my list of questions I asked one more; do you happen to have a used Z6ii in the store? They did, and the salesman pulled out a pristine Z6ii body from the display case. To shorten the story, I bought it and the FTZ II converter. The body came in the original box with all accessories, some still factory sealed, saving me $650 compared to buying new. When I got home, I took a few test shots and found the shutter count to be 2206. Big learning curve ahead but my David Busch book will arrive today to help me along.

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Mar 11, 2023 08:15:20   #
MadMikeOne Loc: So. NJ Shore - a bit west of Atlantic City
 
rv8striker wrote:
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time and mirrorless was the way I wanted to go. I was close enough to “pulling the trigger” that I went to my local camera store (Shiller’s in St. Louis) to ask some questions I’ve had. After hearing responses to my list of questions I asked one more; do you happen to have a used Z6ii in the store? They did, and the salesman pulled out a pristine Z6ii body from the display case. To shorten the story, I bought it and the FTZ II converter. The body came in the original box with all accessories, some still factory sealed, saving me $650 compared to buying new. When I got home, I took a few test shots and found the shutter count to be 2206. Big learning curve ahead but my David Busch book will arrive today to help me along.
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time... (show quote)


Sounds like you got a great deal. I bought a Z6ii to go with my Z9 a little over a month ago, but haven't had a chance to really put it through its paces yet. Busch's book was a big help getting it set up. Something that really surprised me was that the Nikon manual was actually a big help, also. Usually, I just immediately jump to either Busch's or Young's book and skip the user manual.

Enjoy your new toy!

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Mar 11, 2023 08:48:53   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
I think you'll like the Z6 II. I like mine, used from MPB.

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Mar 11, 2023 12:11:44   #
PHRubin Loc: Nashville TN USA
 

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Mar 11, 2023 13:41:43   #
gwilliams6
 
rv8striker wrote:
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time and mirrorless was the way I wanted to go. I was close enough to “pulling the trigger” that I went to my local camera store (Shiller’s in St. Louis) to ask some questions I’ve had. After hearing responses to my list of questions I asked one more; do you happen to have a used Z6ii in the store? They did, and the salesman pulled out a pristine Z6ii body from the display case. To shorten the story, I bought it and the FTZ II converter. The body came in the original box with all accessories, some still factory sealed, saving me $650 compared to buying new. When I got home, I took a few test shots and found the shutter count to be 2206. Big learning curve ahead but my David Busch book will arrive today to help me along.
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time... (show quote)


Sounds great, buying excellent used gear is a great way to have the best for less. Enjoy.

Cheers and best to you.

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Mar 12, 2023 07:07:49   #
Manglesphoto Loc: 70 miles south of St.Louis
 
rv8striker wrote:
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time and mirrorless was the way I wanted to go. I was close enough to “pulling the trigger” that I went to my local camera store (Shiller’s in St. Louis) to ask some questions I’ve had. After hearing responses to my list of questions I asked one more; do you happen to have a used Z6ii in the store? They did, and the salesman pulled out a pristine Z6ii body from the display case. To shorten the story, I bought it and the FTZ II converter. The body came in the original box with all accessories, some still factory sealed, saving me $650 compared to buying new. When I got home, I took a few test shots and found the shutter count to be 2206. Big learning curve ahead but my David Busch book will arrive today to help me along.
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time... (show quote)


The people at Schillers are fantastic!!

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Mar 12, 2023 08:17:54   #
Bigmike1 Loc: I am from Gaffney, S.C. but live in Utah.
 
Used is the only way to go. I can't afford the high prices of buying new. One man's junk is another man's treasure.

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Mar 12, 2023 09:33:12   #
DoyleY Loc: Worland, Wyoming
 
I have no problem buying used. I just bought a D850, 200-500, 24-70 2.8, and a 70-200 2.8 all in excellent condition. The lenses were less than half what they would have been new.

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Mar 12, 2023 10:09:35   #
elliott937 Loc: St. Louis
 
I'm so glad you mentioned Schillers, a leader here in St. Louis. I know there are other "local camera stores" in nearly every major station. We need to support them, so they can take care of us.

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Mar 12, 2023 11:05:38   #
sippyjug104 Loc: Missouri
 
I'm from the area and Shiller’s in St. Louis has always been my "go-to" first stop to check out what new has come in and to buy from them. The folks there know the trade and I find their advice valuable to my buying decisions. I've bought three cameras and six or more lenses from them, both new and pre-owned.

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Mar 12, 2023 11:56:18   #
chrisg-optical Loc: New York, NY
 
rv8striker wrote:
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time and mirrorless was the way I wanted to go. I was close enough to “pulling the trigger” that I went to my local camera store (Shiller’s in St. Louis) to ask some questions I’ve had. After hearing responses to my list of questions I asked one more; do you happen to have a used Z6ii in the store? They did, and the salesman pulled out a pristine Z6ii body from the display case. To shorten the story, I bought it and the FTZ II converter. The body came in the original box with all accessories, some still factory sealed, saving me $650 compared to buying new. When I got home, I took a few test shots and found the shutter count to be 2206. Big learning curve ahead but my David Busch book will arrive today to help me along.
Been thinking a second camera body for a long time... (show quote)


Good deal! I bought my Z6ii direct from Nikon during their recent refurb sale - saved $600 off new. It also appeared new, mint, except everything was repacked in bubble wrap and plain white boxes (no retail packaging, but well packed). Shutter count was -0- but I don't know if Nikon "'rolls back the odometer". Anyway working great with the 24-70 f/4 S lens also refurbished, and still covered under the Nikon 90 day warranty. Some sellers will extend that to 6 months or a year.

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Mar 12, 2023 14:41:16   #
47greyfox Loc: on the edge of the Colorado front range
 
Wasn't that long ago that refurbs and other used from any manufacturer were "keep this to yourself." Not so much any more. I don't have a single bought new lens or body in my kit. Well done!!

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Mar 12, 2023 16:27:24   #
revhen Loc: By the beautiful Hudson
 
I usually buy used. It has worked almost all the time.

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Mar 12, 2023 17:27:58   #
SteveInConverse Loc: South Texas
 
All of my gear is used with exception of a Canon 24mm I got on Amazon. Used is the way to go if you don't need the latest thing. I simply cannot afford "new" equipment. All my gear is in excellent condition and does what I want it to. MPB, KEH, Amazon, eBay, Roberts etc. are all great used gear options.

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Mar 12, 2023 18:59:34   #
PAR4DCR Loc: A Sunny Place
 
Agree with you Steve, used or refurbished is the way to go. Glad it worked out for you.

Don

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