Buying from used Camera sites
Nov 21, 2018 10:11:09 #
Satman
Loc: Indy
I have bought NEW, and seen it have problems,
Costco, Best Buy’s will exchsngeit for you, and you walk out with new equipment.
Fave it many camera stores will send it back to the manufacture.
Used, you get a discount, and to be hones, the risk is not there...with square deal..
I will take the risk, with Amex Credit Card Protection..
My used Camera Store Checks them out before they sell them,.
It is just good business...
Costco, Best Buy’s will exchsngeit for you, and you walk out with new equipment.
Fave it many camera stores will send it back to the manufacture.
Used, you get a discount, and to be hones, the risk is not there...with square deal..
I will take the risk, with Amex Credit Card Protection..
My used Camera Store Checks them out before they sell them,.
It is just good business...
Nov 21, 2018 11:18:52 #
HardwareGuy wrote:
MPB.com is another one to have a look at. I just purchased a used Lumix lens here.
Nov 21, 2018 11:47:40 #
Depends what level of used you buy. I never go below + or better. I have had excellent service from KEH, but Adorama is a legit dealer as well.
Nov 21, 2018 12:01:06 #
Nov 21, 2018 12:14:07 #
B+H is a fine store. I would pay extra for a camera that has beenthat has a warranty period.
Nov 21, 2018 12:24:46 #
I bought an EOS 50D in EX condition from KEH in 2014 as my debut to the Digital world. It looked like new and was priced very well. I got good advice and knowledgeable suggestions from the staff. In face, the man went and got the item and was holding it and telling me what and why this copy was a good purchase. he was right. Be sure to actually call and talk tot hem. I've also bought accessories, including a B+W polarizer at 60% off list and perfect.
Any purchase gets researched at KEH first.
C
Any purchase gets researched at KEH first.
C
Nov 21, 2018 12:55:49 #
I have purchased a used Nikon camera from Adorama and am very pleased with it. I buy from B & H and adorama because both offer no questions asked returns provided that the item is returned within 30 days of purchase. Davidb1879
Nov 21, 2018 13:04:53 #
Lovesvintaglenses wrote:
B+H is a fine store. I would pay extra for a camera that has beenthat has a warranty period.
Right now, KEH has a 365-Day Warranty & Free Shipping for Orders Over $49.
B&H is listed in Consumer Reports as the #2 electronics retailer.
You can't go wrong with either. I've bought from both.
Nov 21, 2018 14:11:24 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
There was a question yesterday about buying used. It related to lenses, but cameras are the same. There's no need to repeat it all:
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-564697-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-564697-1.html
Nov 21, 2018 14:40:59 #
Nov 21, 2018 15:57:21 #
BE wrote:
I am curious on people's thoughts and experiences ... (show quote)
KEH and Adorama have excellent reputations.
Nov 21, 2018 16:05:13 #
I have mainly purchased used from ADORAMA and B&H. An interesting issue popped up about a month ago; I had purchased a DEMO D500 from ADORAMA about 6 months ago and I thought it was a little noisier than I thought it should be. I sent it back and after a short discussion with Jack in Customer Service - He ask me if I preferred to exchange it with a like camera. I said yes I would and within 3 days I had a replacement D500. Now that is customer service. YEA ADORAMA!!!!
Nov 21, 2018 16:14:40 #
KEH and B&H both are very good for used equipment. I have also heard that MBP is very good both to buy and to sell.
Nov 21, 2018 16:40:01 #
utbike
Loc: Salt Lake City
KEH, Adorama and B&H are all safe and reputable. All three offer accurate equipment grading systems. KEH is offering a free one-year warranty and free shipping (orders over $49) through the end of December. I think that all three offer at least a minimum 30-day warranty. It is worth spending extra for used gear with them than risking purchase through eBay or a local classified website.
I have purchased a lens or two from KEH and also have sold to them when they came to Salt Lake City in the past. They thoroughly inspect gear before making an offer. I've purchased new gear from Adorama and B&H. Both offer excellent customer service and fair prices on new and used gear.
Cheers!
I have purchased a lens or two from KEH and also have sold to them when they came to Salt Lake City in the past. They thoroughly inspect gear before making an offer. I've purchased new gear from Adorama and B&H. Both offer excellent customer service and fair prices on new and used gear.
Cheers!
Nov 21, 2018 17:26:43 #
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