Need to upgrade your photography gear or add a secondary workhorse to your current setup? When it’s extra challenging due to budget constraints, consider buying secondhand instead. If you look around from reputable platforms, you can actually find some good deals and secondhand gear in great condition. On the other
Do you have some used photography gear lying around? Need a camera or lens for your next projects but also on a tight budget? For both situations, buying, selling or trading used gear are worth a try. Understandably, most photographers may have doubts about dealing with used gear. Fortunately, there
When you move to the latest camera gear many times you need to sell the old. That can be a real PIA. Advertising, answering questions and taking time to deal with collecting money along with packing and shipping. Worst of all dealing with possible scammers. I’m now doing it the
Selling used photography gear can be a daunting task, especially with various platforms available. Each comes with its own set of challenges. One notable option to consider is MPB. There are compelling reasons why this might be the ideal choice for selling your used equipment. While the sentimental value of
There is no doubt buying used gear is a great way to save money. There are certain hesitations and anxieties related to purchasing used gear. My MPB experience helped me to understand what happens if the gear breaks down. When I am exploring my options on used gear, the first
What are top three second-hand camera gear picks for you to purchase? And why is that? We discuss this and more. Cameras I’ll start with the big one first: Cameras. When camera manufacturers release new models, their older models invariably drop in price. However, this doesn’t mean older models are
Last week, I enjoyed talking with Tammy Oler, VP of Marketing at MPB. While I have known about MPB for years, it was mainly through work associates. That is, until I recently needed their services to acquire a new lens. MPB was founded in Brighton, UK in 2011 to
As photography continues to attract enthusiasts from all walks of life, many first-time photographers are faced with the challenge of choosing the right photography gear for their needs. With so many options available, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of camera bodies, lenses and accessories. The first step
Happy New Year! This week’s Photofocus newsletter had the subject, “New gear for the New Year,” bringing the last few weeks to mind. Before the Holidays, one of my buddies mentioned he was planning to buy some new Sony gear and sell his current rig. Wanting to take advantage of
The Hasselblad XPan remains one of the most coveted film cameras for its cinematic panoramic photos. However, it’s not so easy to find this camera at an affordable price range. However, there’s actually a bunch of affordable digital alternatives that you can get instead! In the video above, MPB shares
Got a kit sitting on your shelf not doing anything? What do you do as your photo gear ages out and replace it with new photography gear? Selling photography gear like cameras and lenses to upgrade can be fraught with hassles. I’ll share my experience on changing out gear. Selling
You can purchase camera equipment used, and often with a warranty. If you are interested in saving money, buying used is a great way to go. We may not be made of money, but we sure love to create. Where do you purchase used camera equipment? Reputable camera stores I
