Would you buy CS2 on eBay?

I am curious to know what version of PhotoShop you use, where you bought it and whether you would buy a Full version of CS2 on eBay for $149.

See the eBay link: here

TB,
I use PS CS4. Bought it through Academic Superstore (still have 2 kids in college). I wouldn't buy CS2 for the sole reason that you're using a 40D... a camera not supported by ACR 3.7. CS3 does support the 40D with ACR 4.6.

If you're using DPP as your raw converter, this is a moot issue. If you can't qualify for an academic or student purchase, I think $100 USD is the maximum price to pay for a legit, sealed, unregistered, full version of CS2.

I have Photoshop CS4 as part of the Master Collection since I use several of Adobe's applications. I would only buy Photoshop on EBay if the seller agrees to complete the Transfer of Adobe License form.

Thanks for this valuable bit of info. That changes everything.

ChasP505 wrote in post #8218390
...I wouldn't buy CS2 for the sole reason that you're using a 40D... a camera not supported by ACR 3.7. CS3 does support the 40D with ACR 4.6.

If you're using DPP as your raw converter, this is a moot issue. If you can't qualify for an academic or student purchase, I think $100 USD is the maximum price to pay for a legit, sealed, unregistered, full version of CS2.

Another piece of info I did not have. Thanks.

I was looking at the Master Collection with my tongue sticking out of my mouth; disgusting I must admit.

Are you a full time graphic artist or web designer?

PixelMagic wrote in post #8218409
I have Photoshop CS4 as part of the Master Collection since I use several of Adobe's applications. I would only buy Photoshop on EBay if the seller agrees to complete the Transfer of Adobe License form.

The upgrades aren't too bad its the initial purchase that's so expensive but I was fortunate to get mine in a deal. I have a part-time photography and design business but I was involved in graphics arts long before I got immersed in photography.

PixelMagic wrote in post #8218409
I would only buy Photoshop on EBay if the seller agrees to complete the Transfer of Adobe License form.

This is not needed if it's a sealed, unopened, unregistered package. But then again, I wouldn't buy Photoshop on eBay... period!

i bought my first version of PS on ebay, it was an unused version of 6 for £60.00, been upgrading since

ChasP505 wrote in post #8218390
I wouldn't buy CS2 for the sole reason that you're using a 40D... a camera not supported by ACR 3.7. CS3 does support the 40D with ACR 4.6.

True, but you can convert to DNG, then it'll work fine. ACR 5 is way better then ACR 3.7 however. If you plan on using ACR as a raw converter, plan on upgrading PS.

Cheapest way might be to buy PSCS or newer or a new Elements, then upgrade to PSCS4.

About buying off ebay: Here's what AdobeForums have to say: Link
Be careful.

Bobster wrote in post #8218877
i bought my first version of PS on ebay, it was an unused version of 6 for £60.00, been upgrading since

Same here.

Once again thanks for all the feedback.

Seems like I have to miss 2 car payments in order to afford a PS CS4 for $699. (Just kidding the Honda Accord is paid off.)

Still can't find the $700 right now.

TB...

You may want to adopt a college kid...

tonybear007 wrote in post #8219348
Still can't find the $700 right now.

That's why I mentioned "update"

Adobe sometimes offers a discount to Elements user, and you can upgrade from PSCS for 199 (whatever your local currency is :rolleyes

I thought about and I may just pursue that angle.

ChasP505 wrote in post #8219456
TB...

You may want to adopt a college kid...

I very likely will follow through on your suggestion.

René Damkot wrote in post #8219578
That's why I mentioned "update"

Adobe sometimes offers a discount to Elements user, and you can upgrade from PSCS for 199 (whatever your local currency is :rolleyes

I use CS2 which I've had for several years, and it works fine with RAW from my 5D and my G10. I'd like to upgrade, but I'm not a student and it seems to me damned expensive.