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Three Things to Consider before Selling your Used Camera Gear Online
How to Get the Most Money Out of Our Used Equipment
Many, during these months of forced lockdown, took on the challenge of cleaning up the mess in their apartment. Or, if you live in California, to de-clutter because some of your belongings do not spark joy.
In some of these forays into our trash, you may have stumbled upon a camera purchased a few years before and that has hardly been used because — let’s face it — we all have a pretty good digital camera in our pocket now.
You resisted the temptation to use your Covid-19 time to re-start a photography course and you wonder if you can still make some money out of this thing. The answer is YES, but how much will largely depend on how you score against the checklist below.
The Condition of the Item
Digital cameras are precision instruments, even those aimed at everyday consumers. Any damage to the body or the lenses can dramatically decrease the residual value of your gear. Even worse, if your forgotten gear has been colonised by mold or fungus, then you can probably throw that piece straight into the garbage.
