MPB
MPB provides thousands of quotes, for some kit more often than others. Here’s five of the most quoted last month, all in excellent condition TOP TRADES
TRADE: CANON EF-S 18-55MM F/3.5-5.6 IS STM, SELL FOR £19 BUY: CANON EF 24-70MM F/2.8 L II USM FROM £1269 Canon’s EF-S 18-55mm kit lens was the item MPB quoted for most often in February – sellers are probably looking to upgrade their glass. The EF 24-70mm f/2.8 has excellent optics and a constant aperture – buying it from MPB means you can make big savings.
TRADE: SONY ALPHA A7 III, SELL FOR £875 BUY: SONY A1 FROM £5799 The Sony A1 set tongues wagging when it was announced, by virtue of its class-leading specification and capabilities. It’s no surprise that Sony cameras are popular for trade-in right now. Selling an A7 III body can help finance a new A1 purchase, but MPB also has the A1 available used; a useful saving over the brand-new price.
BODY CHECK MPB conducts thorough tests on all kit before sending it out
MPB will have one sent to you via email within hours. What's important is to be honest about the condition of the equipment to get the most accurate price. If in doubt, err on the side of caution. But, if you go through with the sale and the team at MPB think you’ve been too pessimistic about the condition, they will let you know and pay a higher price! Getting your money is as easy as getting an instant quote. Accept the valuation and MPB will send a postage-paid, fully insured package to put the item in. Upon arrival at MPB HQ, it will be thoroughly inspected and – providing all is in order – your account will be credited. If you change your mind, that’s no problem. MPB will send it back free of charge, right up to the point the money is paid. The price is right Selling is only one side of the MPB equation. Plenty of photographers use it to bag a bargain, making it the ideal destination for anyone starting out on their photographic journey, or a seasoned professional with years under the belt. MPB’s extensive stock covers thousands of digital camera bodies and lenses, but also extends to video cameras and accessories, including flashguns, filters, bags and tripods. All budgets are catered for, with bodies available for less than £30 and lenses under £15. All equipment has gone through testing, so you can buy confidently. And MPB will supplement that with a six-month warranty on all purchases, for extra peace of mind. This applies regardless of the cosmetic condition of the item you’re purchasing. The biggest savings can be made with products that are in ‘well used’ condition.
TRADE: CANON EOS 5D MARK III, SELL FOR £485 BUY: CANON EOS R5 FROM £3889
Canon’s mirrorless launches are sure to tempt DSLR users. The 5D Mark III is a workhorse for both stills and video, so it commands a good trade-in price. That money can be put towards a mirrorless Canon, with the R5 an obvious option.
TRADE: NIKON D750, SELL FOR £515 BUY: NIKON Z 7 FROM £1579 Users looking to trade-in a Nikon D750 body are likely making the move to mirrorless. This could mean a system change, but those staying brand-loyal have plenty of options through MPB. The Z 7 is available for a great price – and is even more affordable with the trade-in.
TRADE: FUJIFILM XF18-55MM F/2.8-4 R LM OIS, SELL FOR £180 BUY: FUJIFILM XF16-55MM F/2.8 R LMWR FROM £609 Fujifilm’s kit lens is a capable performer, but MPB customers may want to trade it in for one of the company’s red-badge optics. The XF16-55mm offers excellent sharpness, f/2.8 throughout and weather resistance.
They may well have some battle scars, but are still fully functioning. Equipment in ‘as new’ or ‘excellent’ condition will be less marked, but still offer a good saving over the new price. Whatever your buying or selling needs, make MPB the destination of choice. Use the website to unlock new opportunities this year and get even more from your photography.
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