Used dslr: is this a good deal?

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Used dslr: is this a good deal? Dec 4, 2017 19:14:16 GMT via mobile

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Post by mamakoala on Dec 4, 2017 19:14:16 GMT

this is listed on our local Craigslist. Is it a good deal? 2 extra lenses.

Sony Alpha a300 10.2 DSLR Steady Shot Camera Body
2.7 LCD screen for high/low angle shots
Sigma 28-90mm f3.5-5.6 Aspherical Macro Zoom Lens
Sigma 70-300mm f4-5.6 Macro Super II Telephoto Lens
(2) Protection Lens Filters & Lens caps
(2) Sigma Lens Hoods
Sony black/orange camera strap
(3) professional photography Filter Set
Canon large camera case & Sigma camera case
Battery & Charger, Extras
Excellent condition! $400 ALL. Reasonable offers considered
Just in time for Christmas.

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Used dslr: is this a good deal? Dec 4, 2017 21:24:36 GMT Skellinton, artisticscrapper, and 3 more like this

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Post by don on Dec 4, 2017 21:24:36 GMT

It sounds like a good deal. BUT, my experience has taught me to buy used cameras and equipment from reputable camera stores. Places that have to have integrity and good will in order to survive.
There are so many things to look for in a used camera, lens scratches, light leaks, software glitches ... these are things professional dealers check and repair before they sell.

I meant to behave, but there were so many options.

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Used dslr: is this a good deal? Dec 5, 2017 1:15:09 GMT KikiPea and nicolep like this

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Post by dawnnikol on Dec 5, 2017 1:15:09 GMT

Dec 4, 2017 21:24:36 GMT don said:

It sounds like a good deal. BUT, my experience has taught me to buy used cameras and equipment from reputable camera stores. Places that have to have integrity and good will in order to survive.
There are so many things to look for in a used camera, lens scratches, light leaks, software glitches ... these are things professional dealers check and repair before they sell.

That was exactly my thought when I read the OP. I'm sure some people have good intentions, but some people don't know a dSLR from a toy camera.

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