HIRING AND BUYING USED
THE CHOICE IS YOURS None of this equipment is the latest, but it’s still more than capable of shooting great films – and costs less than buying brand new
“If you really do need the latest and greatest model, these often turn up in the used market”
wallet and the planet alike, and putting more items into the circular economy is a win for the next owner too.” If you really do need the latest and greatest model and nothing else will suffice, you may be surprised that these often turn up in the used market not long after launch. They will be in high demand, but you can save cash. But to save serious money, you might not need the latest 8K sensor, Raw footage, 240fps slow motion or live streaming. So a previous-generation model is a sensible buy and you will avoid huge depreciation. Some cameras stand the test of time better
sector, online remains the most popular channel for recommerce. Nine in ten people typically use online when purchasing used goods, while 93% go online to sell rather than turning to methods such as car boot sales or camera fairs. “There is a wealth of video equipment with fantastic manufacturing quality that is built to last. Used models cost on average a third less than the same model brand new – and the emergence of specialist online platforms ensure that buyers and sellers are entering into transactions that they can trust,” says MPB’s CEO Matt Barker. “Buying and selling used is a win for your
than others, but lenses can give excellent service for many a decade – without the need for an upgrade. Do your research and choose the right gear. Perhaps check out back issues of Pro Moviemaker online, as they are a free resource and we have tested most of the important cameras for almost a decade. When buying, look carefully at the condition of the camera, which may have had a tough life at the hands of a working filmmaker. Try to pick up a pristine model which has been babied by an amateur user. And check the hour meter on a camcorder to see how long it has been used for.
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