Is there a "Kelly Blue Book" (so to speak) for used cameras
Nov 1, 2021 13:14:16 #
No, it wasn't that. It was a blue printed sheet designed to get the store the lowest price when they took a trade in!
Nov 1, 2021 13:41:27 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
Back in the 70's , when I worked in Photo Retail, there was, however I can't remember the name of the publication, any body in the business now?
BTW, back then the selling price (coded), was double the $ offered as a trade in.
BTW, back then the selling price (coded), was double the $ offered as a trade in.
I remember it too, I have one in my library somewhere I think it was McKewons Camera guide. (Not at all sure of the spelling. I think they are still in business
Nov 1, 2021 14:17:21 #
epd1947 wrote:
I think you might mean McKeown’s guide to cameras.
90 to 95% of McKeown’s listings are classic, antique, and similar. It’s nearly useless as a “blue book” for most actual user items, especially digital stuff.
TWIMC/FYI McKeown’s is out of date for numerous reasons, both internal and external to the enterprise. But it was never intended to be a $$ guide for the sort of stuff sold in UHH classifieds and similar platforms.
Nov 1, 2021 14:29:02 #
User ID wrote:
90 to 95% of McKeown’s listings are classic, antique, and similar. It’s nearly useless as a “blue book” for most actual user items, especially digital stuff.
TWIMC McKeown’s is out of date for numerous reasons both internal and external to the enterprise. But it was never intended to be a $$ guide for the sort of stuff sold in UHH classifieds and similar platforms.
TWIMC McKeown’s is out of date for numerous reasons both internal and external to the enterprise. But it was never intended to be a $$ guide for the sort of stuff sold in UHH classifieds and similar platforms.
I agree - McKeown’s would not be the way to go for any digital gear. Easiest course would be to check prices for used gear on offer by major dealers like KEH, MPB, Adorama and the like and then figure on getting 10 to 20% less than they will.
Nov 1, 2021 14:32:24 #
MJPerini wrote:
I remember it too, I have one in my library somewhere I think it was McKewons Camera guide. (Not at all sure of the spelling. I think they are still in business
Not really in business anymore. A small cadre of “survivors” is discussing options, none of which seem viable. End of an era, for both McKeown’s and its demographic.
Nov 1, 2021 18:13:31 #
goldstar46 wrote:
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As others say, Ebay sold section for purchase value.
Sale to someone like a dealer will be less as they cannot resell it for more than what it is selling for on the open market.
Nov 1, 2021 20:47:02 #
This is sort of related to ebay but a bit fewer clicks. I often use https://www.checkaflip.com/ to get an idea of what something is going for.
Nov 2, 2021 00:29:32 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Yes, it's called eBay. : )
Do a search for your camera and then click on "Sold items" in the left column. That will show you what people were willing to pay. It doesn't matter what a book says something is worth. What matters is how much buyers think it is worth.
Do a search for your camera and then click on "Sold items" in the left column. That will show you what people were willing to pay. It doesn't matter what a book says something is worth. What matters is how much buyers think it is worth.
Nov 2, 2021 00:30:24 #
47greyfox wrote:
Usedprice.com
Also, google “bokeh market” and go to the assoc Facebook page. Supposedly, it is a blue book type website but there’s speculation that it didn’t last.
The alternate is to research the likes of KEH, MPB, eBay, Adorama, B&H, Fredmiranda, here, etc and price it yourself. Most importantly, be realistic in what to expect.
Also, google “bokeh market” and go to the assoc Facebook page. Supposedly, it is a blue book type website but there’s speculation that it didn’t last.
The alternate is to research the likes of KEH, MPB, eBay, Adorama, B&H, Fredmiranda, here, etc and price it yourself. Most importantly, be realistic in what to expect.
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Tks....... I had forgotten about that site
..... Knew of it many years ago, but lost touch
Tks again
Nov 2, 2021 00:30:43 #
bobmcculloch wrote:
Back in the 70's , when I worked in Photo Retail, there was, however I can't remember the name of the publication, any body in the business now?
BTW, back then the selling price (coded), was double the $ offered as a trade in.
BTW, back then the selling price (coded), was double the $ offered as a trade in.
Nov 2, 2021 00:32:51 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
I use KEH. They only buy and sell used equipment in volume. They know the 'blue book' value, what they pay (low-ball) for your used equipment. They also offer free returns shipping, a no-questions-asked return period, and a minor amount of 6-month warranty for the used items they sell. Your private sale pricing needs to be 25% or more under their EX-rated items. You can try to sell for more, but anyone can compare prices with ebay, KEH, etc.
I know you are right with KEH and know of their reputation...
That group is very high on my list and most likely will be where I will go
Tks again
Geo
Nov 2, 2021 00:33:25 #
Chadp wrote:
👍 You can’t get any more exact than this. It shows you what the market is paying. I do this every time I buy or sell anything used that is also sold on EBay.
Nov 2, 2021 00:33:43 #
Nov 2, 2021 19:07:54 #
Nov 2, 2021 19:20:26 #
Kencamera wrote:
McKeown's Cameras was a guide to Antique and Classic Cameras. Not published any longer.
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