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When is a good time to sell used camera gear?

Have you recently upgraded your camera or lenses? Are you wondering when is the best time to sell used camera gear? It can depend on various factors, including the type of gear you have, its condition and the market demand. Here are some considerations to help you determine when it

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MPB: Your quick guide to buying, selling or trading used gear

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

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Maximizing returns: Selling used photography gear on MPB

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

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Buying used gear: What happens if the gear breaks down?

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

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Pre-owned photography gear: The advantages and considerations

Photography enthusiasts constantly seek the perfect gear to enhance their artistic vision. While purchasing brand-new equipment may seem like the safest option, the market for pre-owned photography gear has gained significant popularity. This article aims to provide an insightful analysis of the pros and cons of buying used photography gear,

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Getting great cameras for cheap: Buying used

When you are a photographer, you get asked this a lot: “I want to do photography like you do. But I don’t have a lot of money.” I don’t either. That’s why I purchase used equipment. Camera equipment can get expensive in a hurry.  Older camera equipment is often still

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Why “budget” photography gear is still worth shooting with

Let’s face it: One of the things that many aspiring photographers find intimidating is photography gear. Given all the choices available and how expensive they can be, it can be overwhelming to pick the “right” one. This is the case despite all the “budget options” and “best cameras for beginners”

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My used lens was a lemon; here’s how I made lemonade

I recently retired (sold) my much-loved Nikon AF-S Zoom Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8 IF-ED lens and replaced it with the Tamron 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD. The specs for the Tamron were great and it has image stabilization (IS). My old lens was a bit long in the tooth and I

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Cheap gear doesn’t always mean good gear

There’s an old saying — you get what you pay for. And the same rings true when it comes to camera gear. While the big industry leaders like B&H, Hunt’s, Adorama and others are authorized dealers. Their gear comes from distributors who get the goods directly from the manufacturer overseas.

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