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Six reasons tomake it MPB
Smart filmmakers know the best way tomaximise cash flow is by going for used gear froma specialist like MPB. Here’s why…
M ore and more filmmakers are realising the massive benefits of trusting all their equipment needs to used gear specialist MPB – the successful cinema and photo equipment retailer staffed by real experts. Of course, the most obvious reason to go used when buying kit is that it simply costs less, cutting expenditure so you can get better value for your budget. But MPB offers so much more than just a convenient way of saving money. From a huge range of cameras and lenses to suit everyone, to access to some of the very latest, hard- to-source cameras (as well as previous- generation models), easy part-exchange or cash for your old kit, and a guarantee of quality, there are plenty of reasons MPB is growing at such a phenomenal rate. No wonder it’s been nominated i n Pro Moviemaker ’s prestigious Gear of the Year Awards – under the category of Retailer of the Year for used equipment. So, let’s take a look at six of the best reasons to go to MPB for all your equipment needs.
1. Used equipment costs less Cash flow is crucial to any business – especially independent filmmakers, where the cost of new equipment can be a significant factor in attracting clients and producing amazing work to keep them coming back for more. With such a fast-moving world in terms of tech, you can’t afford to miss out. Whether it’s shooting in HDR or 6K, live streaming, 240fps super slow-motion, or Raw capture for the ultimate quality, then it’s important to keep up with what your clients want. And that might mean a new camera, lens or accessory. Buying used means saving cash, without compromising on quality. You can still buy the latest kit and save a big chunk of change, as many of the newest cameras are available second-hand – used, previous-generation models often come with a massive saving over new. MPB’s mission is to make camera equipment as accessible as possible – and once you choose used, you’ll never want to pay for brand-new again. 2. Thousands of cameras, all rated MPB is the like world’s greatest kitbag: there is something for every budget. You
can buy digital bodies and lenses from Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Sony, Panasonic and more. If you are looking for a late- model DSLR or mirrorless, and AF lenses to match, then chances are MPB will have several in stock to choose from– with all of them rated for condition. One of the fastest-growing areas is cinematography kit, with MPB making huge waves. There are camcorders and cinema cameras from all the major manufacturers, as well as cinema lenses designed to work flawlessly with your latest camera buy. There’s always cine equipment from giants like Sony, Canon, Blackmagic and Panasonic, and often stock of used cameras frommore boutique brands such as Red and Arri, too.
ATTENTION TO DETAIL The second-hand kit received by MPB is carefully cleaned and tested, based on 40 criteria
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