How to dispose of DSLR?
Jan 29, 2017 06:51:34 #
Jim 100 wrote:
Is there anything in a DSLR (Sensor) that would considered hazardous waste? Do I just put it in the garbage? it is completely nonworking, over 12 years old and not an expensive camera to begin with.
Just leave it on the table at an inner city MacDonalds , or Burger King and it will be gone in no time !!!
Jan 29, 2017 07:20:47 #
Jim 100 wrote:
Is there anything in a DSLR (Sensor) that would considered hazardous waste? Do I just put it in the garbage? it is completely nonworking, over 12 years old and not an expensive camera to begin with.
What is it? I have a large collection of cameras and I do my own repair and I'm always looking for broken cameras for parts. I might be interested in buying it or paying shipping and handling.
Jan 29, 2017 07:42:00 #
Jim 100 wrote:
Is there anything in a DSLR (Sensor) that would considered hazardous waste? Do I just put it in the garbage? it is completely nonworking, over 12 years old and not an expensive camera to begin with.
Sell it on ebay.
"Digital cameras, and particularly their batteries, contain both valuable rare earth materials and nasty, environmentally dangerous toxins. Consequentially never toss these items into the garbage. Minimally they should be brought to a recycling center or pickup station."
https://www.imaging-resource.com/news/2012/03/26/three-ways-to-get-rid-of-that-old-camera-resale-reuse-and-recycle
If it works, give it to a kid. I never liked the idea of donating it to a school. Schools that still teach photography don't want old, obsolete gear.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/photography/tips-and-solutions/old-cameras
https://petapixel.com/2013/12/26/old-three-ways-can-put-old-extra-gear-good-use/
Jan 29, 2017 07:42:19 #
FiddleMaker wrote:
Just leave it on the table at an inner city MacDonalds , or Burger King and it will be gone in no time !!!
Jan 29, 2017 08:49:08 #
I have noticed that some people sell their old broken cameras on eBay, "for sale for parts only" and they usually get a enough money to say ...buy an extra battery for your new camera. Anyway - just an idea.
Jan 29, 2017 08:55:36 #
Jan 29, 2017 09:13:37 #
johnst1001a wrote:
Come on, the camera is not a toxic waste. A few pieces of plastic, some metal, and a few wires and printed circuit boards. Just through it in the garbage.
Depending upon the age of the camera it may have lead based solder in it which is bad news in land fill. Possibly mercury compounds, or other toxins.
Perhaps you live down stream from such a site, which could explain why you don't comprehend the issues!
Jan 29, 2017 09:26:35 #
A few of you people, not all by any means, must have your heads so far up your ass that your brains are suffering from oxygen deprivation...
Jan 29, 2017 09:53:10 #
I have never owned a DSLR long enough to wear it out because I suffer from GAS. When I suffer from this malady, I sell my old one on ebay or Craigs List.
Jan 29, 2017 10:04:47 #
Jim 100 wrote:
Is there anything in a DSLR (Sensor) that would considered hazardous waste? Do I just put it in the garbage? it is completely nonworking, over 12 years old and not an expensive camera to begin with.
Donate it to Goodwill. Solves all your problems and they might be able to do something with it.
Jan 29, 2017 10:21:49 #
Elsiss wrote:
If you are handy, you can turn your dslr into a lamp.
I couldn't resist. I bought these from ebay just for that purpose. Russian, American, German.
Jan 29, 2017 10:25:13 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I couldn't resist. I bought these from ebay just for that purpose. Russian, American, German.
Clever Jerry, very clever!
Jan 29, 2017 10:49:13 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I couldn't resist. I bought these from ebay just for that purpose. Russian, American, German.
This is so cool!! This would look great in a den or office. Only problem is, is it attached to the lamp???!!!😳
Jan 29, 2017 11:10:51 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I couldn't resist. I bought these from ebay just for that purpose. Russian, American, German.
There ya go. Love it Jerry!
Jan 29, 2017 11:20:34 #
You could always see if any photographers would like to use it as a prop, and give it away for free or sell cheaply.
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