Re: Heartrending time of life
Shoei wrote:
Dear All,
Well, after many years, countless photos and a lot of adventures I find myself doing something I really need to do - but am doing so with a heavy heart.
Hoping this is the right place to discuss it - thought it would be a good starting point.
I've moved systems (Sony) and am looking to finance some eye-wateringly expensive lenses. To keep my marriage viable I'm going to try to do this by selling my Sigma camera gear. To be honest I'm just not using it so hopefully someone else can.
Specifically, three flashes, two bodies (SD15 and SD1 Merrill), crapload (7 definite, 3 maybe) lenses, two teleconverters, 9 batteries, two chargers plus other bits and pieces.
My questions are
1) where is the best place to do this - I sold some gear many years ago via ebay and had a nightmare with one guy who seemed to think an SD15 was supposed to be the equivalent of a Canon 1DX Mk2 in low light. When it wasn't he demanded a refund claiming the camera was defective. He sent my SD15 back. I tested the returned camera and it was as good as it ever was but .... he was basically a PITA so happily refunded just to be rid of the experience ...... it left a nasty taste so I'm looking for other ways to sell.
2) what is a fair price for second hand Sigma gear presently ?
and finally
3) if there's anyone interested here - happy to discuss.
I'm in QLD (Brisbane, Australia) so if someone local wants to come have a look and play I'd be more than happy to provide the coffee and a back yard to test it in :-).
Thanks in Advance,
Regards,
Mark
P.S. I can list all the gear if it's appropriate in this forum - or anywhere else suggested that's appropriate.
Hiya Mark.
I'm in Melbourne and might be interested in one or two of your Sigma items. Send me a PM and let me know what you have to sell.
As for selling Sigma gear. I have sold a Sigma body on eBay and didn't have any issues, although I did have trouble with a Canon lens that was in perfect nick.
You might try listing your gear here on the For Sale and Wanted forum. I haven't used it, so can't say how successful it would be but I believe some have been quite happy buying and selling there. Worth a try.