Used Camera Gear | How to SPOT A GREAT DEAL and AVOID SCAMS

Buying used camera gear can be a very affordable way to get more "bang for your buck" but there are lots of things you need to know before you hand over your money. In this video, Charl will explain where and how to buy, what to look out for and how to spot a potential scam.

Timestamps:

0:05 What's covered in this video?
1:15 Why you should think about buying a second-hand camera
1:40 The price difference between the new and used gear of differing capabilities
2:20 Where to look for used camera gear
3:05 How to do a background check on an online store
4:30 Questions to ask the seller of the used camera gear
5:10 Checking the shutter count on a used DSLR
5:30 Average shutter counts for DSLR cameras
6:10 Inspecting the used camera - What to look for.
7:40 Checking the used DSLR body with a lens for autofocus issues
8:50 Checking for spots or dirt on the sensor
9:40 Advice on where to meet up with the potential seller of a used DSLR camera body

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[PangolinWildlife]

Would you (or have you ever) buy used camera gear? What other advice can you offer to help our viewers?

[jsr]

Charl,
1. Your presentation is always so very good- relaxed pace of delivery, well framed sentences, stats correct...thank you for the nice and informative video.

2. Very nice location. May be a little bit more light from your left would be lovely?

3. I almost bought camera gear with scratches/fungus. Found out the way you said- in public place, shooting the sky, asking questions. Very very practical. Thank you.

Sure that most viewers will find this useful.

[joaomiranda]

Hi Carl. Great video thanks
And about used lens? Where can i buy a used prime lens 600mm? Same websites? Thanks

[patrickcloutier]

Thank you Charl ! Very useful information !

[christophhahn]

Have you tried the shutter count programs you recomend in your tutorial. I tried all the programs google found in the net and found, that all of them do not work with the cameras 7D Mk II and 5D Mk IV. Only the pics of my old 1D MK II N (I sold it many years ago) gave the information for shutter counts. Did I something wrong? Which program do you recomend for the above mentioned cameras, both have file sizes with more than 20 resp. 30 M.

[michaelwendel]

Hello Pangolin Wildlife Photography. I hope you are all staying covid safe. I would like to know your opinion on the Canon 90D for wildlife photography. I currently have the 80D and would like to know your opinion if I should upgrade or not. Which camera do you recommend for wildlife photography under $1200. I hope to meet you all once covid is gone.

[eikohariu]

Thank you for your guidance on buying 2nd hand cameras!

[NikCan]

Great video and advice to save a person money and avoid scams

[scrptwic]

Living in Southern California I have the opportunity to visit thrift stores, camera shops and Pawn shops for used equipment. I have bought a number of lenses from them at reasonable prices. Since I have Pentax cameras I have been able to find a good older equipment mostly manuel focus lenses. Although I found a Rokinon 20mm1.8 for $ 150.00 and Sigma and Tamron older zoom lenses. All my camera bodies I bought new from a camera dealer.

[AjaySingh-]

I am planing to buy used cameras..canon 90d..what is your openion about canon 90d?

[mischa_whipmaster]

Bought a 7d Mark II from a Photographer with his own Studio. I tried it, checked the shutter counter with him, looked at the Sensor and so. Took now about 10.000 Pictures with it and all is good👍 I think it's better to buy from someone who knows how to use the Gear. Best is to go by yourself and check the Camera before you buy it 👍

[yogeshwarg.d.s]

Can you make a video of how to photograph small animals and insects

[benwiles]

I bought one from someone I know in my camera club who was selling half of his collection because it was annoying his wife! Half the price of new for 3 quarters of the use (at least) Left.

[timconn]

I bought a refurbished camera from Nikon. So far so good.