Ok, I've decided to go try maybe the 70-40MM f/4 lens I posted about earlier.
I'm supposed to meet him and examine the lens tomorrow (Sunday) and if it looks good....buy it for $500.
As you might guess...I'm a 100% noob. I got my first DSLR (5D3) last month.
I've never bought a used lens before...so, what should I look for when examining the lens? What kinds of questions should I ask? As I understand it..this person bought the lens from someone else, so it is at least a 3rd party buy here.
I'm guessing to look carefully at the rear element for scratches? How much is too much? Front lens?
I'm bringing my camera to hook it up..and see how it works, but as a noob, aside from taking some shots to see if AF works....what else should I look for? I'm meeting in a public place....I figure smart for a high dollar item and cash transaction....etc.
Anyway...thoughts on buying a used lens from someone in person?
Thanks in advance, I truly appreciate all the input and advice I've gotten here so far...
cayenne
I'm supposed to meet him and examine the lens tomorrow (Sunday) and if it looks good....buy it for $500.
As you might guess...I'm a 100% noob. I got my first DSLR (5D3) last month.
I've never bought a used lens before...so, what should I look for when examining the lens? What kinds of questions should I ask? As I understand it..this person bought the lens from someone else, so it is at least a 3rd party buy here.
I'm guessing to look carefully at the rear element for scratches? How much is too much? Front lens?
I'm bringing my camera to hook it up..and see how it works, but as a noob, aside from taking some shots to see if AF works....what else should I look for? I'm meeting in a public place....I figure smart for a high dollar item and cash transaction....etc.
Anyway...thoughts on buying a used lens from someone in person?
Thanks in advance, I truly appreciate all the input and advice I've gotten here so far...
cayenne