DSLR Storage
Mar 14, 2021 10:57:08 #
OnDSnap wrote:
I've noticed a few asking about selling older bodi... (show quote)
I've passed mine on to my son and my granddaughters.
Mar 14, 2021 10:58:55 #
OnDSnap wrote:
I've noticed a few asking about selling older bodi... (show quote)
I have never sold any photography gear. I should display the film cameras but I haven’t and the DSLRs are all kept in their respective bags since they are used on a regular basis. The DSLRS and lenses are worth more to me than anyone else. I know because I bought many of them used and paid a fraction of their original cost. Why go thru the hassle to receive nickels on the dollar? My DSLRs are stored in separate camera bags in a closet along with the lenses in an environment that is not too hot and not too cold.
Mar 14, 2021 11:02:39 #
Mar 14, 2021 11:49:10 #
OnDSnap wrote:
I've noticed a few asking about selling older bodi... (show quote)
I totally agree with CHG-CANON. I would add on the number of old film cameras you have, maybe think about keeping your favorite one or two for backup/occasional use, a couple for display in your home, and the rest (if you have any left) give away/donate.
I donated my Minolta SRT-101 SLR film camera and lenses years ago to a local high school, and received a letter back from the kid who got it, thanking me very much. That letter was unexpected, and made my day.
Mar 14, 2021 12:01:16 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
Maybe take it out once in a while and fire off a shot at each shutter speed. That’s how I saw a guy in a video checking out a used SLR as he listened to each shot, making sure there was a progression from slower to faster.
Mar 14, 2021 12:27:20 #
I bring a perspective of using cameras rather than collecting them. But, I don't have any real storage options in a condo in Chicago. Nor, an attachment disorder to outdated camera equipment. 
Mar 14, 2021 12:40:08 #
I have only one camera that I never expect to use. That is a Nikon FM2. While I have more bodies than I 'need', I do give away those that I will never use. I usually find someone who will put them to good use, including a couple of D300s to members here. Otherwise, they go to the Habitat for Humanities reStore.
Lenses are another story. While I'll gift the less expensive ones, the higher value ones I sell at KEH.
Having stuff for the sake of having stuff never made sense to me.
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Lenses are another story. While I'll gift the less expensive ones, the higher value ones I sell at KEH.
Having stuff for the sake of having stuff never made sense to me.
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Mar 14, 2021 14:38:40 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I hated selling some of my old film cameras (I still have two), but why have them taking up space when someone else could use them? I have my D750 and D5600 for regular use. I also have an IR conversion and a couple of good compacts.
Right now, I'm considering selling some lenses that I seldom use. If things aren't getting used, why hold onto them. Even broken equipment can be sold on eBay.
Right now, I'm considering selling some lenses that I seldom use. If things aren't getting used, why hold onto them. Even broken equipment can be sold on eBay.
I like your suggestion to sell old equipment. I have several for various reasons. How do you find out how much to reasonably ask for them?
Mar 14, 2021 14:41:07 #
KLambar
Loc: New Jersey
Check places like B&H, Adorama and Keh from them you can see what prices they are selling items based on condition etc.
Mar 14, 2021 14:48:04 #
Ladybugjf wrote:
I like your suggestion to sell old equipment. I have several for various reasons. How do you find out how much to reasonably ask for them?
Use the pricing from major and easily found resellers like KEH. Recognize they're offering a 20-day return policy so if you want to compete, you many need to price at 20% less to be competitive in setting your selling price. Also, just like used cars, there's a 'wholesale' price for used camera equipment. That is, a price that is the basic "I'll buy it from you" price that allows for a mark-up so the reseller can make a profit from the risk of buying your unused equipment.
Places like KEH and MPB are typically a 'guaranteed market' for used equipment, someone who will at least buy your used equipment, even if at the low-ball wholesale price. Their offer is better than nothing, and for lower-end consumer grade equipment, their wholesale price might be the most you could ever hope to get. Posting on ebay or UHH / CL might get a higher price via a private sale. But, this requires more effort and you might never find an actually buyer like that 'guaranteed market' offer from KEH and similar.
Mar 14, 2021 14:58:30 #
OnDSnap wrote:
I've noticed a few asking about selling older bodi... (show quote)
I will make this easy for you. Go to B&H and buy a Rugged Dry Cabinet, I guarantee that it will keep your gear safe from humidity and thus no fuss. If you are really worried then take out the batteries and leave them in the cabinet also or leave them in the camera bodies that you own and just turn you Camera on and take a few snaps once a week. That will keep the Battery alive and your Cam. Body alive also. I have preserved an old Minota 7000i this wy and that is amazing as it was the very first camera that I owned and gave it to my Son when he was 8yrs. old. Sadly he passed away in 2005 from Cystic Fibrosis, which I to have but modern medicine has kept me alive. I happen to be very involved with Boomer Esiason as he has lost a child also due to CF. But, getting back to your question, just bu¥ a cabinet that controls the Humidity and I think that $400 bucks will keep you at piece of mind.
Mar 14, 2021 15:02:38 #
Archboo3
Loc: Central Florida
I always keep to bodies, my new 1 and the last one. Cameras #3 and older have been given to family members that are showing an interest in photography. I have also given cameras away to High School and College students that are taking photography courses are planning on going into photography as a career, but don't have the money for a camera.
Mar 14, 2021 15:10:05 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Use the pricing from major and easily found resell... (show quote)
If I buy something I will refuse to give it up for way less than I purchased it. The only way that I would do such a thing is for a friend, and I have just given them old equipment for whatever reason that they want it for. But, I will not buy a camera or lenses just to sell them to someone else, such as KEH so they can turn around and make 35% more than what I bought it for. I will melt it down before I let anyone take it off my hands to make a profit. By the Way Paul, our old spot in Chi. Town was open and the Jagermeister Bombs were flying. I have not edited photos from this trip, but I will as soon as I get my bearings running again. Hope that all is well on your end.
Mar 14, 2021 15:23:00 #
Nickaroo wrote:
If I buy something I will refuse to give it up for... (show quote)
You can live your life however you want, holding onto your equipment until it's has no economic value to anyone. Does that unique philosophy apply also to your cars? Your houses? Your crops? If against a profit motive, do you grow your own food and build your own cameras too?
Mar 14, 2021 15:48:55 #
I agree with jterra1755, donate your old film or digital camera gear to a local college or high school that has a photography program. Equipment costs are a big hurdle for students who are interested in photography.
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