9.01.2002 Press photography
Before You Buy a Used Camera
Janusz Wójtowicz
A guide for beginner photojournalists on how to choose the right equipment at the right price so that you don't regret it later.
w wydaniu polskim- Check the mount: ensure it is in good condition and that the lens does not move once attached;
- Check the camera functions, especially manual mode and how the shutter behaves at various speeds, particularly the so-called long exposures below 1/30s;
- Check the B mode with the back door open; this allows for a thorough inspection of the area behind the shutter;
- Check the LCD panel: ensure the information displayed is clear and does not fade or change without altering the camera settings;
- Check the battery compartment for corrosion; battery leakage can cause short circuits or malfunctioning of electronic components;
- Check the autofocus operation (if the camera is AF);
- Inspect the lens you are buying for scratches on both sides of the glass or fingerprints from all previous owners, as well as any signs of attempts to disassemble the lens;
- Remember, lenses should not be disassembled!!!
- Check if the dials (if any) operate smoothly and do not stick;
- Check if the focal length or aperture adjustment on the lens in manual mode is smooth across the entire range and does not resist;
- Inspect the camera body or lens for cracks or significant scratches indicating a fall from a considerable height;
- Check if the data from the external LCD panel matches the information displayed in the camera viewfinder;
- Finally, hope that the camera does not fall apart immediately after changing hands...
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