Want to Buy: Used Canon SX50hd - FOUND AND BOUGHT: Young man in my church is interested in getting started in photography, and his parents want to encourage him, but do not want to...

DavidPhares Loc: Chandler, Arizona

Young man in my church is interested in getting started in photography, and his parents want to encourage him, but do not want to spend a fortune to find out it is only a passing fad for him. I told them I would try and find him a good used Canon SX50, and teach him the basics of photography and then see where it he takes it from there.

They will spend $200, but that needs to be delivered. Anyone out there have one sitting in a closet who would like to help a young photog get started? I have a PayPal account and can pay that way to make the transaction go quicker.

PM me, please. Thanks for looking.

David in Arizona

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

DavidPhares wrote:

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The Canon SX50 is no longer in production. It has a good reputation as being one of the best Bridge cameras made for the price. There is at least one person on this forum who owns two of them. Last year, I tried to get a refurbished one for a friend from Canon USA. I called him within one hour to notify him about it. They were out of stock that quick. Your best bet is to buy used, as you stated. However, refurbished is better. IMO. Available for $200? Good luck.

DavidPhares Loc: Chandler, Arizona

mas24 wrote:

The Canon SX50 is no longer in production. It has a good reputation as being one of the best Bridge cameras made for the price. There is at least one person on this forum who owns two of them. Last year, I tried to get a refurbished one for a friend from Canon USA. I called him within one hour to notify him about it. They were out of stock that quick. Your best bet is to buy used, as you stated. However, refurbished is better. IMO. Available for $200? Good luck.

I am familiar with all the information you shared. I owned a Canon refurb that I wish I still had. Great camera for the price. All I can do is ask and look. I am currently bidding on a used SX50 on eBay. With a little luck . . .

Thanks for responding.

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

EBay has a used one for sale for $220. As of now.

Al Beatty Loc: Boise, Idaho

Hi David,
Here is an option available from eBay. Good luck. Take care & ...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Canon-PowerShot-SX50-HS-12-1-MP-Digital-Camera-Black-/122404246239?hash=item1c7fdc92df:g:KkUAAOSwOgdYzhMD

DavidPhares Loc: Chandler, Arizona

Al Beatty wrote:

Hi David,
Here is an option available from eBay. Good luck. Take care & ...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Canon-PowerShot-SX50-HS-12-1-MP-Digital-Camera-Black-/122404246239?hash=item1c7fdc92df:g:KkUAAOSwOgdYzhMD

Thanks for the heads up on this unit. It is just a bit scuffed up for what I am looking for. I'll keep it in mind though. Thanks, again.

Al Beatty Loc: Boise, Idaho

Hi David,
Are you the fly tier from Chandler, AZ we did business with years ago regarding a vise-arm tool holder? Take care & ...

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

mas24 wrote:

EBay has a used one for sale for $220. As of now.

This one has free shipping. $219.99.

jaymatt Loc: Alexandria, Indiana

Since they aren't made any more, move up to the SX 60.

AlColter Loc: Michigan

I'v got one that I will let go for $200.00 if you are still interested. alcolter1@gmail.com.

cw5keeler Loc: Michigan

I have an SX50 that has been used very little. I'm really in to my 7D w/ 100-400L II and never carry the SX50 any more. I'd sell it for $200 shipping included. Included would be the manual, battery, charger and lens cap. I believe I still have the original box as well.

cw5keeler

j.francisco Loc: Rock Island IL

DavidPhares wrote:

Young man in my church is interested in getting st... (show quote)

PM sent...

DavidPhares Loc: Chandler, Arizona

UHH member found me the camera I need for young Ryan. Thanks to all who responded.

David in Arizona

cw5keeler Loc: Michigan

I have a morning appointment. Should be able to send pics later today. Should be by noon Eastern Daylight Time.