It’s no secret that photography can be an expensive hobby, especially when cameras like the Canon EOS R5 cost around £4,000 and that’s before we even consider the lenses. Buying second-hand camera equipment could therefore be a good route to go down if you’re looking to save some money on your next upgrade.
I’ve always been a savvy soul, so I can’t actually remember the last time I bought any brand-new camera kit, but that’s not to say there aren’t dangers when buying used equipment. In this article, I’ll run through the main things to look out for when buying second-hand kit so that you can avoid ending up with a lemon.
One thing to consider is where you’re buying your second-hand item from. If it’s online through
