Buy SLR cameras used - the best tips

Tip 1: Note the service life

On average, an SLR camera can trigger around 50, 000 times, top models up to 300, 000 times.
Before you buy a used DSLR, you should therefore find out how often the device has been used.

When buying an SLR camera, it is particularly worthwhile to purchase the device locally from a friend or acquaintance, or in a local shop, if possible. This has the advantage that you can try out the camera and take some test photos.
In this way, not only the condition of the camera but also its image quality can be assessed quite accurately. However, you do not have this option if you purchase the SLR camera through an online shop or an auction house.
However, when buying online, you can ask the seller to send you some test shots so that you can get a better picture of the recording quality of the camera.

Before you buy a single-lens reflex camera, you should find out all about the latest models online and in trade magazines and consider which camera is really worth it.
This applies to both the purchase of used goods and the purchase of a new camera. You should also compare the price difference between a new model and a used camera.

If you want to buy a single-lens reflex camera online, you should read the respective description of the seller carefully and make sure that there are no defects in the device.
You should take special care that there is no dirt in the housing of the camera. Dust in the interior can noticeably affect the image quality.

When buying online, only consider trusted retailers. Therefore, look carefully at the seller's previous ratings at auction portals such as eBay and Co. before buying.
If the seller lives near you, you can pick up the camera yourself and possibly take a few test photos before buying.

In the next practical tip, we will show you how you can use a DSLR as a webcam.