Shutter Count - Like New Camera
Jul 14, 2016 10:55:01 #
PCity wrote:
Its surprising that some of the better known retai... (show quote)
When you think of the volume of business they do, asking them to check on the shutter count is a bit much. Then the customer would say, "Do you have anything with a lower count?" Maybe they could check that when they receive a camera in trade and make a note of it.
With refurbished cameras, they are packed by the manufacturer, and no dealer is going to unpack the box, set up the camera, and give you a count.
Jul 14, 2016 11:36:21 #
Floyd2 wrote:
Interested in upgrading to a Nikon 7200. Been cruising various sites and found used so called "like new" 7200's in the $800 to $900 range on Amazon with low 100's shutter release count. Is it worth the purchase assuming there is no warranty that comes with the camera? What say you out there?
I wouldn't even consider it since you have have a brand new one from Costco for $1100 with 2 lenses.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-399825-1.html
Jul 14, 2016 12:39:43 #
tinplater wrote:
Respectfully disagree...if I had a car with 100,000 miles on it and one with 10,000 I feel the "probability" of a failure is greater with the more mature automobile. I have purchased many used cameras and always try for the lowest shutter count possible, I feel it is consistent with less use.
Respectfully disagree with your respectful disagreement. Both on camera's and cars, I buy high mileage. My car count at this point in my life is 122 with only three being new and the much larger percentage being rated as high mileage... very many over 100,000 miles. Right now, looking at a 300,000 BMW.
It has a lot to do with ones ability to assess the staying power of vehicles both by brand and by running condition. I AM WAY ahead of the game money wise in terms of money spend on both camera's and cars. WAY WAY Ahead!!!
People who predominantly buy new are WAY BEHIND!!! WAY WAY Behind!!!
That's my story, and I'm stickin' to it!
Jul 14, 2016 15:29:54 #
Kuzano wrote:
It has a lot to do with ones ability to assess the staying power of vehicles both by brand and by running condition. I AM WAY ahead of the game money wise in terms of money spend on both camera's and cars. WAY WAY Ahead!!!
Then I guess you make up for me.
Actually, I try to buy refurbished cameras first, and I have gotten some good deals on used cars, although my latest is new. Afterall, as soon as you buy something, it's already "used."
Jul 14, 2016 15:32:23 #
I tend to buy my cameras new. Unlike cars new or used I don't seem to be able to keep them running for a long time. I have 40 years old cameras working in perfect condition.
Jul 14, 2016 19:50:30 #
Floyd2 wrote:
Interested in upgrading to a Nikon 7200. Been cruising various sites and found used so called "like new" 7200's in the $800 to $900 range on Amazon with low 100's shutter release count. Is it worth the purchase assuming there is no warranty that comes with the camera? What say you out there?
A recent post noted that Costco is selling new 7200 for $1099 after rebates. For that difference I would go with the new.
Jul 14, 2016 20:03:43 #
The shutter on that camera is ratted at 150,000 cycles. Keep in mind that that is the manufacturer's rating in real life, if you take care of your camera, you should get much more. any camera body with less than 1000 shots on should be considered like new, as that would be less than 1% of its expected life. AndIf you're really concerned might consider buying a refurbished one. It's only $90 more and comes with a warranty.
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/refurbished-dslr-cameras/d7200-refurbished.html
http://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/refurbished-dslr-cameras/d7200-refurbished.html
Jul 15, 2016 15:45:07 #
Kuzano wrote:
Respectfully disagree with your respectful disagre... (show quote)
Wow you missed my point! I too only buy used, where did you get the idea I was suggesting new? The other point you completely missed is I am talking about "probability" of failure. Which would you choose, a used car BMW with 300,000 miles or one with 30,000 miles, same price? If you chose the 300,000 mile car you need some serious counseling. Canon or Nikon with 2000 clicks or 100,000? I would certainly prefer the 2000 version.
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