Why buy brand-new?

It’s certainly an attractive idea. The shiniest, most dazzling new trinket appears online. You heard the rumours, saw the specs and watched the slick launch video. The ads are following you around your favourite photography websites and on social media. Perhaps there’s even one in the pages of this magazine.

But is it the right choice for you? Used camera gear costs less than brand new kit, which means that you can get an