Should I buy used lens?
Aug 18, 2019 07:28:18 #
I would recommend the Nikon AF-P NIKKOR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6E EDIF VR Lens about $550 This is a much higher quality lens. This will give you greater reach and higher quality,
Aug 18, 2019 07:44:02 #
I buy used and refurbished, but allways from very well known outfits--B&H = Adorama- Cameta or KEH. The gear from all of them looked new and have worked flawless ly. Each has very good return policies if you want to return anything.
Aug 18, 2019 07:58:18 #
In addition to B&H, Adorama and MPB I have found KEH to be a good place to buy used equipment from. There ratings of like new, excellent, Very Good, etc. are accurate and reflected in the price. That also have good guarantee and return policies.
Aug 18, 2019 08:30:03 #
Aug 18, 2019 08:39:21 #
I have bought many used lenses and camera bodis from vendors in Japan and all of them are exactly as descibed in their advertisements on Ebay and all excellent.
Aug 18, 2019 09:06:23 #
I only buy used lens following the good advice you have been given here.
You might check to see if your camera needs a lens with a focus motor. The older lens do not have them and your wildlife will not wait around for your to manually focus.
You might check to see if your camera needs a lens with a focus motor. The older lens do not have them and your wildlife will not wait around for your to manually focus.
Aug 18, 2019 09:36:27 #
Nothing wrong with used lenses in good condition. I will share a secret with you ALL of my lenses were bought used. Never an issue with them. I just ordered a Nikon 24-85 G, VR and AF-S from MPB and I get a 6 moths warranty with it.
If you need reach may I recommend the excellent Nikon 70-300 VR, I have the old version and I am very happy with it. Figure around $300 for a used one in excellent condition.
As Bob suggested, you can rent and if happy with a particular lens then you can buy it.
If you need reach may I recommend the excellent Nikon 70-300 VR, I have the old version and I am very happy with it. Figure around $300 for a used one in excellent condition.
As Bob suggested, you can rent and if happy with a particular lens then you can buy it.
Aug 18, 2019 09:41:42 #
Aug 18, 2019 09:44:27 #
Hassie
Loc: Central Pennsylvania
I would recommend used lenses but only from the usual companies, B&H/Adorama/Cameta.
I bought a lens from each of these suppliers and found that their rating was very accurate if not lower than expected.
In all three cases the lenses all looked like they were brand new instead of used.
I bought a lens from each of these suppliers and found that their rating was very accurate if not lower than expected.
In all three cases the lenses all looked like they were brand new instead of used.
Aug 18, 2019 10:00:08 #
B&H , Adorama are safest to buy used gear. I bought some lenses out of pawn shops. It’s not easy to pick always the good gear. Keep in mind some gear is built to last and some isn’t.
Aug 18, 2019 10:00:56 #
Snapshotsue wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100 with 18-55mm lens. I have an... (show quote)
I have had the following Nikon bodies: D70s, D300, D300s, D700 and now shoot with a (pre-owned) D810. I have a arsenal of lenses, including primes and zooms and most has been bought used. Local dealers, Craigslist, B&H, Adorama and KEH. The caveat is that all of my glass is professional grade. My 3 zoom lenses are all fixed f/2.8 aperture and the primes are f/2.8 or faster. I would never consider buying a used consumer grade lens. Too much plastic and less build quality. The pro glass is made to last and professionals trade up when something new comes along leaving the previous versions to be picked up by photographers like me. One final point is that I never recommend the D3xxx or D5xxx series bodies. They are not compatible with older and very serviceable Nikkor MF and AF lenses. My first 300mm prime was a f/4.5 Nikkor that was made in 1982 and it performed beautifully on my D700 in manual and aperture priority. I paid $225 at KEH, used it for 18 months and sold it locally for $250.
Aug 18, 2019 10:04:01 #
For the event you describe, I'm not sure why you would need a longer zoom. Unless you intend to zoom in on specific people in the group, maybe?
As for purchasing used lenses, I've done it many times and have always been satisfied. I purchased one from a member here. Some have been from stores I trusted like a local store or B&H, etc. I've used KEH some. I have never purchased via e-bay and I don't think I would.
As for purchasing used lenses, I've done it many times and have always been satisfied. I purchased one from a member here. Some have been from stores I trusted like a local store or B&H, etc. I've used KEH some. I have never purchased via e-bay and I don't think I would.
Aug 18, 2019 10:12:18 #
the Tamron 28 / 300 also could be a option , have one , and it does fine .used around $ 100 or less .
Aug 18, 2019 10:33:51 #
Snapshotsue wrote:
I have a Nikon D3100 with 18-55mm lens. I have an... (show quote)
I have bought several lenses from KEH. All but a few have been like new and all were in their advertised condition or better. The ones I did not like I returned with no hassle whatsoever. They offer a 180 warranty also. I have also purchased a couple of used lenses and cameras from Adorama with no issues. My advice is to check the reputable dealers mentioned in this thread first and to go to Ebay if necessary. A tip about Ebay. I look for a seller with multiple transactions and 100% feedback, nothing less. So far so good.
Happy shopping
Aug 18, 2019 10:39:58 #
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