Craigslist

[rxjohn]

I check local Craigslist daily for bargains. I picked up 70-200 f2.8 IS, brand new 17-40L, and brand new 85mm 1.8. Not all at once...but intermittently.

But I'm seeing more and more people selling equipment and stating they're strapped for cash and must sell. I guess it's a good way to pick up a bargain product if you can find it. However, I see way more Nikon product being dumped vs. Canon... 5 to 1.

Anyways... how many of you have bought through Craigslist? It's getting addicting.

[cory1848]

I buy through CL all the time. I have also picked up a lot of freelance design work through CL as well. Its very addicting.

[SoaringUSAEagle]

I've bought tickets off it... and have sold quite a few things, including camera gear with no problem.

[littleman23408]

I usually end up selling pretty quickly on craigslist.....buying?..every now and then. I see more nikon than Canon.

[rxjohn]

I usually end up selling pretty quickly on craigslist.....buying?..every now and then. I see more nikon than Canon.


Obviosly you and I are checking the same CL...:D

[vincewchan]

I end up selling more on craigslist than buying =D

[Cotmweasel]

I check local Craigslist daily for bargains. I picked up 70-200 f2.8 IS, brand new 17-40L, and brand new 85mm 1.8. Not all at once...but intermittently.

But I'm seeing more and more people selling equipment and stating they're strapped for cash and must sell. I guess it's a good way to pick up a bargain product if you can find it. However, I see way more Nikon product being dumped vs. Canon... 5 to 1.

Anyways... how many of you have bought through Craigslist? It's getting addicting.

Apperently I need to look on there lol. seen anything in this area this week that was a good deal? ;)

[str8addicted]

i guess i need to look harder. i've glanced but haven't really looked hard

[divinemethod]

I check CL on my phone at night in bed... just browse through a bunch of them... some posts make a good read. lol -- Oh yeah... most of my stuff has been sold there.

[str8addicted]

i guess i'll try to dump my 18-200mm on there and see if i can find a 30mm

[Roger Cicala]

One downside to Craigslists - they've become the primary place to fence stolen goods now that the pawnshops require fingerprints. Ask your seller to see proof of purchase. Most foks will ignore this, of course, in the quest for a great deal but if you get tracked down as having bought stolen lenses (it does happen when perps get busted as they do eventually) you lose your glass (it goes back to the rightful owner) and are still out the money.

I have a D3 on the way back to me that was stolen 6 weeks ago and recovered by a PI I hired. The ex new owner is pretty unhappy now with the $4100 'great deal' he got on Craigslist. But his options were pretty straightforward: give up the camera or be charged with receiving stolen property. (He didn't do anything wrong by buying it, but once he was made aware it was stolen keeping it would be a felony). The PI found the transaction from their database of Craigslists that they and most Police Departments keep now in about 10 minutes. Took a couple of weeks to track down the purchaser and get the paperwork served at his office to 'convince' him to part with the camera.

[littleman23408]

Obviosly you and I are checking the same CL...:D

:lol: I never checked that you were in dallas......Sometimes Austin/Houston have some good deals....

Now try and get them to drive a couple hours to meet half way:lol:

[nicksan]

I check CL often however seldom do any deals.
Sometimes I will find great deals, however I definitely stay away from deals I think looks suspicious.

For instance, you see a lot of people selling a camera, strap, lens, and battery with no box, charger, accessories. I just have to assume it is stolen.

Some people try to trick you into thinking otherwise. They will string you along, claiming to have the box etc, then at the very last minute, tell you opps...they lost everything...except camera, strap, lens, and battery.

Idiots. I will NEVER knowingly buy stolen goods, no matter how good the deal is.

Don't get me started on selling on CL. Most people ignore things like "I will not ship" or "price is absolutely firm". Idiots. I might as well Ebay my stuff.

But then again, I deal with CL NYC...so it's filled with the scum of the earth.

[littleman23408]

Don't get me started on selling on GL. Most people ignore things like "I will not ship" or "price is absolutely firm". Idiots. I might as well Ebay my stuff.

But then again, I deal with GL NYC...so it's filled with the scum of the earth.

What is GL?

[nicksan]

Corrected...Professor.
What is GL?

[kitacanon]

I've looked and then turn away when I see...
Canon EOS 5D digital SLR camera 12.8 mp and 24-105 lens - $1100...

Yeah, riiiiiiiggghhhhhT!

[littleman23408]

Corrected...Professor.

Now i get it!

[littleman23408]

I check local Craigslist daily for bargains. I picked up 70-200 f2.8 IS, brand new 17-40L, and brand new 85mm 1.8. Not all at once...but intermittently.

But I'm seeing more and more people selling equipment and stating they're strapped for cash and must sell. I guess it's a good way to pick up a bargain product if you can find it. However, I see way more Nikon product being dumped vs. Canon... 5 to 1.

Anyways... how many of you have bought through Craigslist? It's getting addicting.

Did you buy my sigma macro lens that I sold on CL? The guy I sold it to said he was on here. I know you didnt mention it in your original post, but just thought I would ask.

[4rgentum]

I've bought a quite a bit of my equipment on CL -
20D $430
30D $450
24-105 L $800
50 1.8 $50
10-22 $500
28 1.8 $300

[scorpio_e]

Here are my buys on CL
430 Ex 150
Sigma 10-20 $400
Bogen 3001 tripod $30.00
Bogen 3021 Tripod $40.00

[Mom27andblessed]

I've looked and then turn away when I see...
Canon EOS 5D digital SLR camera 12.8 mp and 24-105 lens - $1100...

Yeah, riiiiiiiggghhhhhT!


weirdly enough...someone is selling that same set up for that same low price in Lexington. I emailed and asked for POP...we'll see if I get an answer.

[rxjohn]

weirdly enough...someone is selling that same set up for that same low price in Lexington. I emailed and asked for POP...we'll see if I get an answer.


That's Bradley Henderson ....scam. He's posted on CL everywhere.... I emailed him...here is his reply.

I still have the Kit. But the thing is that i'm in the U.K. for my school ( i have the gear with me), if you're still interested in the sale please let me know and maybe we can work something out . So drop me a line if you're up for grabs!
Thank you!



Bradley Henderson
Aintree Complex, Fazakerley Hospital,
Longmoor Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside L9 7LN
United Kingdom
Ph: 07031862589


I was going to tell him to ship me the camera first...then I'll send him a check... but oh why bother.

[rxjohn]

Did you buy my sigma macro lens that I sold on CL? The guy I sold it to said he was on here. I know you didnt mention it in your original post, but just thought I would ask.


No..that's not me!:lol:

[littleman23408]

well then, maybe one day...

[kitacanon]

well then, maybe one day...

YOU GUYS!!!!!????!!!!!
...I cynically shot down the possibility of ever buying anything on CL but still I look...aaaaaannnnnnnddddd.....
...and saw a listing for a Nikkormat with two lenses...small pic but I can see that the lens is the 50/1.4 and give the seller a call...he confirms it and that he lives 15 min. from my home...we meet at a bigbox store near his house and whoooweee...

I got a MINT Nikkormat FTn that works...a MINT 50/1.4...and a Vivitar 135/2.8...
...for $25.

Never say never...

[theBAYsics]

buy and sell all the time. never had any problems.

[cory1848]

I've looked and then turn away when I see...
Canon EOS 5D digital SLR camera 12.8 mp and 24-105 lens - $1100...

Yeah, riiiiiiiggghhhhhT!

Thats funny, I have seen the same add and checked it out... Its either a fishy deal, or its broke...

[littleman23408]

YOU GUYS!!!!!????!!!!!

If I ever put anything on CL anymore, its not camera equipment, atleast not now. I plan on keeping everything. Generally its hockey equipment, or random things for my dad from around the house. But maybe one day I will put a lens on CL, and maybe the op will be the one to buy. word:D

[rxjohn]

If I ever put anything on CL anymore, its not camera equipment, atleast not now. I plan on keeping everything. Generally its hockey equipment, or random things for my dad from around the house. But maybe one day I will put a lens on CL, and maybe the op will be the one to buy. word:D


I'm only adding 2 more pieces to my collection. 100mm-400mm and a 5D. I would like to pay $1000 for the lens...I've seen an ad for around $1000 before but I didn't pull the trigger. I will most likley buy a new 5D when the price ever hits around $1500... so if you have those 2...then I'll buy it from ya... I'm in Rowlett...so right down the street from you!:lol:

[littleman23408]

Nice, I was looking at a 5D as well, or something that can handle higher ISO's...or a 1D3. I dont have the 100-400, But will keep a look out!

[DuaneJ]

Things I've bought on Craigslist:
1. 3 hamster cages
2. 1 Jeep Cherokee
3. 1 Basset hound

Things I've sold on Craigslist:
1. Nothing.
2. People will come get your free crap, though. Put it on the curb, take a pic, list it as free. Next time you look out the window it's gone. Magic.

[slimninj4]

I sold many things on CL. I am weary on buying a lens though. Not sure how to go about testing it and such. Only once in a while does a Canon lens pop up where there are tons of Nikons.

[caroleigh]

I check local Craigslist daily for bargains. I picked up 70-200 f2.8 IS, brand new 17-40L, and brand new 85mm 1.8. Not all at once...but intermittently.

But I'm seeing more and more people selling equipment and stating they're strapped for cash and must sell. I guess it's a good way to pick up a bargain product if you can find it. However, I see way more Nikon product being dumped vs. Canon... 5 to 1.

Anyways... how many of you have bought through Craigslist? It's getting addicting.

I bought my Tamron 28-75 F/2.8 through craigslist.
I have sold some items (not photo related) and also bought some other items. It's great!

[caroleigh]

I sold many things on CL. I am weary on buying a lens though. Not sure how to go about testing it and such. Only once in a while does a Canon lens pop up where there are tons of Nikons.

I totally understand ya. When I bought my Tamron I was so scared something would be wrong with it.... but it really was like new and I got a fab deal on it.

[caroleigh]

One downside to Craigslists - they've become the primary place to fence stolen goods now that the pawnshops require fingerprints. Ask your seller to see proof of purchase. Most foks will ignore this, of course, in the quest for a great deal but if you get tracked down as having bought stolen lenses (it does happen when perps get busted as they do eventually) you lose your glass (it goes back to the rightful owner) and are still out the money.

I have a D3 on the way back to me that was stolen 6 weeks ago and recovered by a PI I hired. The ex new owner is pretty unhappy now with the $4100 'great deal' he got on Craigslist. But his options were pretty straightforward: give up the camera or be charged with receiving stolen property. (He didn't do anything wrong by buying it, but once he was made aware it was stolen keeping it would be a felony). The PI found the transaction from their database of Craigslists that they and most Police Departments keep now in about 10 minutes. Took a couple of weeks to track down the purchaser and get the paperwork served at his office to 'convince' him to part with the camera.

I agree, there is tons of NEW stuff for cheap prices. Why would someone sell new in the box, especially 3 or 4 of them??? Thats always a dead giveaway. I would never buy new off of craigslist no matter how great the deal unless they can provide proof of purchase.

[fatalimage]

I bought my first slr, the xt, from CL, sold it there. most of all my equipment, i got it and sold it from there. i used to live in san jose, and the bay area CL is way better and has more variety than any other region. i've also bought/sold cars from there. there are some scammers but most of the time, you meet up with the person somewhere in a public place and do the transaction, less risk of buying something broken or getting jipped.

[slimninj4]

im very paranoid. Which is silly since I sold an entire entertainment center and my apple computer on there. I have been F'd over before. I think I would feel better to buy from people on here, though if a 70-200 catches my eye...

[theague]

sold a DVD player last night that was listed on CL. My wife and I sell stuff off it all the time. The last three cars I have purchased I have located on CL as well. I will be advertising my business on there soon as well to see how well it does in generating work.

[beepclick]

I bought my 70-300 IS USM off craigslist last month. Seller had receipt from local Canon dealer. Lens is sharp throughout range.

[gymell]

I've sold several camera items on Craigslist with no problem. I always meet people in a public place, usually a coffee shop near my house. I also always specify cash and local sales only. That has always worked fine for me, although I usually get a couple of emails from people way out of state, wanting to trade something, send a money order, etc. I just ignore those. I've never bought anything from Craigslist, though. I like the read the Computer Gigs section for entertainment value - people are always wanting someone to work for free there!

[egraham]

This ad always cracks me up:

http://lancaster.craigslist.org/pho/667138344.html

Lol. people who steal items must not do research to find out how much something costs. he's selling all that for $700... if I had all that to sell, It'd be somewhere around $2000, maybe a little more.

EDIT: Oh, I almost forgot, I once saw in the free section of my area, a 8 month old walk behind mower, It was a real nice one, saw it at home depot for like $350 - ish. The ad said it didn't run anymore. I thought it would make nice parts for another mower I had which was like almost 10 years old. Well I got the mower home to find the spark plug was shot, replaced the spark plug and got a real nice mower that works great for the price of a spark plug... :D.. You can find some great deals on CL.

[beepclick]

This ad always cracks me up:

http://lancaster.craigslist.org/pho/667138344.html

Lol. people who steal items must not do research to find out how much something costs. he's selling all that for $700... if I had all that to sell, It'd be somewhere around $2000, maybe a little more.

Ignore those ads. If you inquire, you will get a response with an address in England. Those listings are all over the place.

[egraham]

Ignore those ads. If you inquire, you will get a response with an address in England. Those listings are all over the place.

Yeah same here, I asked about it and they said they were in school in england... lol. I just think it's funny. I'm pretty keen on what's a scam or whats stolen vs. whats a legit ad.

[RPCrowe]

I have sold numerous items on craigslist and have also given away items. It always astounds me regarding the interest I receive from a craigslist ad.

I had some left over cement blocks which were just taking up space and looking ugly in my yard - I craigslisted them and had all kinds of calls.

I have sold two vehicles and a boat through craigslist. Igot better response than when I listed the vehicles on the Autotrader.

However, I am a bit reluctant to sell photo gear on craigslist because I don't want to identify my home as a repositary of expensive and highly pilferable equipment.

People have even stolen purebred puppies which were advertised on craigslist.

[gymell]

However, I am a bit reluctant to sell photo gear on craigslist because I don't want to identify my home as a repositary of expensive and highly pilferable equipment.



That's why I always meet people at a coffee shop when I sell stuff. I suppose someone could track me down if they really try, but if they are willing to go to that effort, there's not much I can do about it anyway.