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and other cinema lenses. You’ll also find lighting, tripods, sliders, VR equipment, drones and more. In a time when stock is in short supply, it pays to take a look here. If you’re unfamiliar with buying used, there’s often a worry that you’ll be let down. But if you’re comfortable renting cameras and lenses, you’re already handling used kit – just without the upside of owning it. Fortunately, MPB’s reputation is built on decades of customer satisfaction, and backed up by handling over 350,000 pieces of kit a year. Experts inspect and service all used stock, also issuing a six-month guarantee. Plus, if you find your purchase isn’t as described, you can return it for a full refund within 14 days of delivery. With each listing individually photographed and meticulously described, you can be sure that you’re getting the exact kit for your needs. Shopping around for the best deals is essential when prepping for a shoot – and MPB has that covered, too. All listings are “MPB’s reputation is built on decades of satisfaction, handling 350,000+ items a year”
WHETHER LOOKING TO rent or buy from new, cinema kit can be tough to source right now. There are many reasons for the scarcity, from the semiconductor shortage in manufacturing, to the supply chain problems caused by Brexit and the pandemic. But wondering about the cause isn’t going to get you the gear you need. To rise above the problems and keep working, many are focusing on other sources. One route is to look at the used market. MPB is the world’s biggest buyer and seller of pre-loved cameras and lenses, catering for cinema, high-end production equipment and stills gear. If you’re looking to buy in the second-hand market, that’s where our money would be. In fact, a brief glance at MPB’s online catalogue immediately reveals a wide selection of stock, with bodies from the likes of Arri, Blackmagic, Canon and Red, and fleets of PL, Canon, Sigma, Fujinon
As a DOP, you’re familiar with gathering gear from different sources. Renting, buying and borrowing are standard, but have you considered the benefits of buying used? MPB is ready and raring to help…
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