Where to sell my used cameras and lenses
Jul 13, 2021 14:45:10 #
Tuftrackguy
Loc: Seattle WA
Sorry if this has been posted before, but I have several lightly used camera kits and was wondering if any of you have experience with reputable camera shops that buy used cameras. Thank you.
Jul 13, 2021 14:53:09 #
Jul 13, 2021 14:55:13 #
survivaldealer
Loc: NE Utah
If you sell to a shop, it means you want less money as they will have to make a profit when they sell it. The most money will come from selling direct to the consumer. If you light your fires with hundred dollar bills, you can just sell to a store and get a lot less money.
Why not sell your stuff right here? Tell us what it is and maybe we will buy it. There is eBay, but they will take a cut.
People on this forum buy used stuff every day. Sometimes we don't even need it.
What have you got?
Why not sell your stuff right here? Tell us what it is and maybe we will buy it. There is eBay, but they will take a cut.
People on this forum buy used stuff every day. Sometimes we don't even need it.
What have you got?
Jul 13, 2021 14:56:49 #
For an online estimate at B&H PhotoVideo, click here.
UHH's Buy and Sell section: https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-6-1.html
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UHH's Buy and Sell section: https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-6-1.html
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Jul 13, 2021 15:10:09 #
Tuftrackguy wrote:
Sorry if this has been posted before, but I have several lightly used camera kits and was wondering if any of you have experience with reputable camera shops that buy used cameras. Thank you.
KEH. What is for sale?
Jul 13, 2021 15:59:36 #
A lot of us here on the hog trust each other enough that we buy/sell without reservation. Like Linda from Maine posted, check out the Buy/Sell section and post what you have. Who knows, there maybe somebody looking for just what you’re trying to get rid of.
Jul 13, 2021 16:38:13 #
Tuftrackguy
Loc: Seattle WA
Thanks for your message. You reminded me that a few years ago I did try to sell a camera to a store in New York and I was shocked by how little they would pay.
So here is what I have:
1. Olympus Pen F that I bought in 2018. Excellent condition. Has had very light use.
Lenses: (All M.Zuiko): 17mm f1.8; 45mm f1.8; 25mm f1.7; 75-300mm f4.8-6.7; 14-42mm f3.5-5.6;
40-150mm f4-5.6.
2. Fujifilm X100F that I purchased in May of 2019. Full leather case. Very little use.
I’ll also see about posting on uglyhedgehog later. Thanks again for the suggestion.
So here is what I have:
1. Olympus Pen F that I bought in 2018. Excellent condition. Has had very light use.
Lenses: (All M.Zuiko): 17mm f1.8; 45mm f1.8; 25mm f1.7; 75-300mm f4.8-6.7; 14-42mm f3.5-5.6;
40-150mm f4-5.6.
2. Fujifilm X100F that I purchased in May of 2019. Full leather case. Very little use.
I’ll also see about posting on uglyhedgehog later. Thanks again for the suggestion.
Jul 13, 2021 20:41:00 #
I've found that MPB consistently beats the older sites like KEH, etc. in what they offer for used gear.
Easy to use. Describe items, get instant quote, if you decide to sell they send you a shipping label (free) and schedule pick up with FedEx. Upon receipt, assuming items are as you described, you get paid by direct deposit within a few days.
To me it's worth not having to deal with individual buyers.
https://www.mpb.com/en-us/info/sell/?+s+easy+to+sell+your+kit=&+the+sequel+-+US+-+20%2F1%2F2021+-+CONSIDERATION+messaging=
Easy to use. Describe items, get instant quote, if you decide to sell they send you a shipping label (free) and schedule pick up with FedEx. Upon receipt, assuming items are as you described, you get paid by direct deposit within a few days.
To me it's worth not having to deal with individual buyers.
https://www.mpb.com/en-us/info/sell/?+s+easy+to+sell+your+kit=&+the+sequel+-+US+-+20%2F1%2F2021+-+CONSIDERATION+messaging=
Jul 14, 2021 06:13:57 #
Jul 14, 2021 06:51:41 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Tuftrackguy wrote:
Sorry if this has been posted before, but I have several lightly used camera kits and was wondering if any of you have experience with reputable camera shops that buy used cameras. Thank you.
I sell all of my equipment at Ebay. I get anywhere from 45-90% more there than by trading in. I like new equipment, so I maximize my profits so I can afford new equipment. I do not like giving my equipment away by trading it in. It's like buying a new car and you trade in instead of selling it yourself. It is just like donating to a non charitable company, it is money wasted.
And I do not waste MY money.
Example, KEH wanted to give me $2500.00 for my D5 with 1500 shutter count. I sold it myself on Ebay for $4800.00. I did have to pay 10% to them for commission. You do the math.
Jul 14, 2021 06:57:55 #
Jul 14, 2021 07:50:42 #
Tuftrackguy wrote:
Thanks for your message. You reminded me that a fe... (show quote)
I would be interested in the Pen F and the 3 prime lenses but I don't think I can afford them.
Jul 14, 2021 07:56:55 #
MDI Mainer wrote:
I've found that MPB consistently beats the older s... (show quote)
I have to agree. I have found mpb.com to give the best offered prices on photography equipment.
They also have excellent customer service too. I have never had any problems contacting someone there to answer any question I may have.
will
Jul 14, 2021 08:10:06 #
Dépends on demand it seems, sometimes KEH is higher, sometimes MPB, eBay needs to be a lot more to justify the hassle and all their fees.
Jul 14, 2021 08:23:22 #
Despite some complaints from others, I like eBay for selling. Before putting it online, I search eBay and see what others have sold for. If there is no interest, I don't bother listing it.
I get it cleaned up, take lots of pictures, and write an accurate description. I have a starting price of $0.99 with no reserve. By the time it goes online, I have a box and packing material ready, but I don't seal the box because someone might have a question that requires me to examine it. Buyer pays shipping, and I find the shipping cost online by selecting CA as the destination of the package. I put it on after 6:00 PM Sunday, and it's gone in a week.
I would never sell something special and expensive for which I wanted to get a specific high price. By the time I sell it, I have an idea what it will sell for, and I just let people bid.
I get it cleaned up, take lots of pictures, and write an accurate description. I have a starting price of $0.99 with no reserve. By the time it goes online, I have a box and packing material ready, but I don't seal the box because someone might have a question that requires me to examine it. Buyer pays shipping, and I find the shipping cost online by selecting CA as the destination of the package. I put it on after 6:00 PM Sunday, and it's gone in a week.
I would never sell something special and expensive for which I wanted to get a specific high price. By the time I sell it, I have an idea what it will sell for, and I just let people bid.
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