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Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Ant attack at 29/05/2008 - 23:47
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Yep, that's the fella.
Ok, so it was including the kit lens and some bits and bobs.
Even so, I think he should be pleased with that price.
I am pleased, was actually £390 and not £380 (my error) Yep, that's the fella.
Ok, so it was including the kit lens and some bits and bobs.
Even so, I think he should be pleased with that price.
Still a few more things to sell and a few things to sell for a friend too.
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 11/06/2008 - 01:18
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Just sold the K10D for £380.
Just sold the K10D for £380.
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 10/06/2008 - 21:42
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Preicing is a very tricky thing and you may well sell something at a higher price if the buyer is less aware of general costs. High Street suppliers sell memory cards at very high prices, but some purchasers may not know where else to go.
RRP is arguably not the best benchmark though as nobody really sells at those prices. A copy of Amateur Photographer will give you an idea of what the going rate is and here you would need to then make a deduction for the used status and the loss of guarantee.
On eBay anything is possible, especially as overseas bidders may not have the same buying options locally. Shipping overseas is not really a major hassle and does improve the reservior of bidders very considerably.
Good, sound advise. Thanks John, appreciated.Preicing is a very tricky thing and you may well sell something at a higher price if the buyer is less aware of general costs. High Street suppliers sell memory cards at very high prices, but some purchasers may not know where else to go.
RRP is arguably not the best benchmark though as nobody really sells at those prices. A copy of Amateur Photographer will give you an idea of what the going rate is and here you would need to then make a deduction for the used status and the loss of guarantee.
On eBay anything is possible, especially as overseas bidders may not have the same buying options locally. Shipping overseas is not really a major hassle and does improve the reservior of bidders very considerably.
I just saw a used lens sell on EBay for £20 more than SRS are selling new. Amazing!
I also just saw a used K10D (body only) sell for £350 also on Ebay.
Fingers crossed for mine, although I am advertising locally as well.
Thanks
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 31/05/2008 - 16:14
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My guess is that you'll be more likely to get the prices you want where people don't know so much.
I see what you mean, thanks.My guess is that you'll be more likely to get the prices you want where people don't know so much.
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 31/05/2008 - 01:43
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It's so easy to over-price, and be left with stuff on your hands.
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I do realise that, I have been selling on EBay for quite a while now and know that buyers want something for next to nothing.It's so easy to over-price, and be left with stuff on your hands.
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I feel that the The Sigma 70mm f/2.8 Macro for £239 is a good price and £100 less than the rrp.
Also the Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro for £119 is £80 less than the rrp.
I can even provide the invoice dated 24/04/2008 for the above items if needed.
I am watching similar items to see what they fetch before I list mine.
The flash and Genuine Pentax battery are still boxed.
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 31/05/2008 - 00:41
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Sorry to hear of your problems.
I hope everything gets sorted out and you can return to DSLR photography in the near future.
ThanksSorry to hear of your problems.
I hope everything gets sorted out and you can return to DSLR photography in the near future.
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Thats too bad about your $$ probs.
You'll probably get better luck (and price) is you sell stuff separatly.
Best of luck
ThanksThats too bad about your $$ probs.
You'll probably get better luck (and price) is you sell stuff separatly.
Best of luck
I have split it all up
I have the Pentax AF-360 FGZ flash on EBay for £124.50
The D-L150 battery for £33.50
The others will be listed soon but I'll also advertise locally.
The K10D + 18-55 is less than 3 months old and available for £345.
The Sigma 70mm f/2.8 Macro for £239 (used once)
The Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro for £119 (used twice)
plus the other bits and pieces
If anyone is interested in the K10D then I'll post free-of-charge.
It's so easy to give things away and I think the prices are a good saving based on little use or not used.
Thanks
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 30/05/2008 - 21:00
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I hope you'll be able to get your situation sorted out soon, best of luck!
Thanks, appreciatedKeen2Learn wrote:
To be 100% honest I have a bill (unexpected) which arrived a few days ago and it has to be paid and it's a large bill. I do not have the means to pay it (disability) or anything else of real value to sell.
very sorry to hear that To be 100% honest I have a bill (unexpected) which arrived a few days ago and it has to be paid and it's a large bill. I do not have the means to pay it (disability) or anything else of real value to sell.
I hope you'll be able to get your situation sorted out soon, best of luck!
I should of known that "Struggling with the K10D" would not work, such a stupid excuse. Always best to be 100% on this forum.
I can't go in to details but I have to pay this bill.
I have been scratching my head for a couple of days and just get more depressed. I have sold quite a bit of stuff to help pay for the K10D, the lenses and all the other stuff and now this.
I can't think of any other way around my problem, an overdraft or using a credit card is not an option. It has taken me almost 10 years to almost clear my debts (due to disability) and I am almost credit worthy again, less than a year to go, so I must pay this bill.
This time next year I will not owe the bank or credit cards anything and I can hopefully start again with a clean sheet (so to speak).
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 29/05/2008 - 18:09
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If you have a strong desire for photography then it's worth spending more than a few weeks to learn how to use your camera, especially after investing so much money.
Even if you do prefer the DL, why sell the lenses? Doesn't make sense. You could get another DL or similar but slightly better model with the same modes.
I no longer have the *ist DL camera.If you have a strong desire for photography then it's worth spending more than a few weeks to learn how to use your camera, especially after investing so much money.
Even if you do prefer the DL, why sell the lenses? Doesn't make sense. You could get another DL or similar but slightly better model with the same modes.
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So you've gone from being very keen to giving up SLR photography altogether? All in the space of a few weeks. Incredible.
I am keen and don't wish to give up on SLR photography but circumstances have suddenly changed.So you've gone from being very keen to giving up SLR photography altogether? All in the space of a few weeks. Incredible.
To be 100% honest I have a bill (unexpected) which arrived a few days ago and it has to be paid and it's a large bill. I do not have the means to pay it (disability) or anything else of real value to sell.
I still have my compact camera for snaps and will re-invest in my new hobby of photography at a later date when my finances are better.
I've even cancelled the p/t photographic college course which I wanted to start in the Autumn (saved £90).
I've cancelled my computer mag subscription.
I am even searching for cheaper broadband.
and more ...
I will still read books from the library and go out with my friend and his D-SLR camera to get more know how and some hands-on, he has a spare camera which I can use (Sony Cybershot).
In the words of Arnold Schwarzenegger "I'll be back"
and when I come back I will be (hopefully) that much wiser. Watch this space
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 29/05/2008 - 15:40
I no longer have the *ist DL.
Comment by Keen2Learn posted on Pentax K10D + lenses + flash + extras _SOLD_ at 29/05/2008 - 15:05
Here's one of my "ant" pics.