Buy & Care
7.02 Used Market Buying Guide: Shutter Count, Condition Assessment, and Value Retention
Comprehensive used camera buying guide covering shutter count analysis, cosmetic grading, hidden defects, and 5-year depreciation modeling.
by Daoming
June 25, 2024
Used Market Buying Guide: Shutter Count, Condition Assessment, and Value Retention
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Article Outline
1. Platform Analysis
- eBay, KEH, local market comparison
- Regional pricing variations
- Seller reputation systems
- Return policy analysis
- Payment protection options
2. Condition Assessment
- Shutter count significance and pricing impact
- Cosmetic grading standards interpretation
- Hidden defect identification techniques
- Sensor cleaning and calibration history
- Warranty and service record evaluation
3. Common Issues Identification
- Refurbishment detection methods
- Mold and fungus inspection
- Electronic fault symptoms
- Mechanical wear indicators
- Water damage assessment
4. Value Analysis
- 5-year depreciation modeling
- Market timing optimization
- Price negotiation strategies
- Total cost of ownership calculation
- Insurance and warranty considerations
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