POTN Aussie Club #8 - Einsteins won't make you smart

Collin85 wrote in post #9458927
If you know what you're doing, you'll be able to get a good price on the 17-40L on eBay. Personally, I'd chuck it on there now before the AUD bounces up in the coming months, reducing the cost of a new.

I'm leaning towards selling the 70-200/4 at the moment.

fungry wrote in post #9458922
Thanks. Might have some second thoughts and just list one of my lenses on ebay and see how it goes.

It's worth a go. Saves trying to worry about listing it elsewhere. Put it on eBay, set yourself up for a good enough price through my method of safety or Col's method of smarts (not knocking it, I'll get round to it eventually :lol and you'll be right.

The Moose wrote in post #9458929
Yeah, I've noticed that. I just don't have the guts to do it If it was something I was selling just to get rid of then maybe I wouldn't mind but when it's something like an iPod or a lens that I know I could sell away from eBay for a definite price, I can't get myself to risk it.

For the stuff that's less popular, a reserve is definitely understandable. But for things like common Canon lenses, trudged through by hordes of people each day, you'll always be guaranteed a price reflective of its used market value, especially if you have a large Watchers List. I always shake my head at the auctions which have a very high starting price - you're killin' your own profit!

For lenses like the 10-22, 17-55, common L's, common primes etc., I'd happily start the bid at $9.95, no reserve.

I recently sold the 50D this way. 10k clicks after 1 year (so no warranty), and it still fetched $1,100 (less than $200 from new).

Hey Ed, tell me about the tripod you're selling..?

(ironically the reason I was looking at Craigslist today was to find a good second hand tripod!)

fungry wrote in post #9458933
I'm leaning towards selling the 70-200/4 at the moment.

Wanna buy some Lowepro bags?

Col, is your 17-55 sale link still alive or is it gone now? Can't seem to find it.

fungry wrote in post #9458950
Col, is your 17-55 sale link still alive or is it gone now? Can't seem to find it.

It's gone.

Collin85 wrote in post #9458943
For the stuff that's less popular, a reserve is definitely understandable. But for things like common Canon lenses, trudged through by hordes of people each day, you'll always be guaranteed a price reflective of its used market value, especially if you have a large Watchers List. I always shake my head at the auctions which have a very high starting price - you're killin' your own profit!

For lenses like the 10-22, 17-55, common L's, common primes etc., I'd happily start the bid at $9.95, no reserve.

I recently sold the 50D this way. 10k clicks after 1 year (so no warranty), and it still fetched $1,100 (less than $200 from new).

Next time I sell something on eBay, I'll take your tips Maybe I'll hope for some bad luck where they don't pay for my iPod and I'll be able to relist with some fancy stuff

A lot a chatter here tonight

Collin85 wrote in post #9458830
Not sure. The 24-105L is quite an extraordinary travel lens, so I might have kept it. I may have also kept the 580 since I'd then have three for Strobist use.

Mmm, it turns out that my 10-22 sidelined the 24-105 for much of the holiday. Might have been different with a full frame or 1.3x body.


Totally unrelated question - does anyone know the deal with getting their gear serviced by Canon in Sydney? During the holiday, about half way through, my camera body shutter button decided to stop working. It would focus with the half press, but pushing it down fully wouldn't activate the shutter. There are some other things I also want fixed, such as the vertical/horizontal sensor (a higher than expected number of photos will come out with the wrong orientation), and crap on the mirror/focusing screen/viewfinder. Also wouldn't mind getting my lenses cleaned..

The Moose wrote in post #9458971
Next time I sell something on eBay, I'll take your tips Maybe I'll hope for some bad luck where they don't pay for my iPod and I'll be able to relist with some fancy stuff

Make sure you really market the item and yourself well in the listing. Moreover, I obsess over the buyer experience, so that I can get particularly good feedback comments. Many potential buyers go straight into the seller's profile and click on the 'Feedback as Seller' tab, so make sure the comments left for you show that you're an extraordinary seller. Most of mine start with "An absolute pleasure.. ", which really aids in buyer confidence.

I treat feedback comments as an investment. A very positive comment for just one sale means higher prices for ALL your listings down the track!

mcminty wrote in post #9458987
A lot a chatter here tonight

Sorry, that's my fault for tempting everyone with bargain priced but possibly stolen gear I found on Craigslist

niqqunos wrote in post #9458947
Hey Ed, tell me about the tripod you're selling..?

(ironically the reason I was looking at Craigslist today was to find a good second hand tripod!)

OOo sorry about that, I totally missed reading your post.
Well, more or less what was stated in the ad PM me if you got anything further.

Colin?

mcminty wrote in post #9458987
Totally unrelated question - does anyone know the deal with getting their gear serviced by Canon in Sydney? During the holiday, about half way through, my camera body shutter button decided to stop working. It would focus with the half press, but pushing it down fully wouldn't activate the shutter. There are some other things I also want fixed, such as the vertical/horizontal sensor (a higher than expected number of photos will come out with the wrong orientation), and crap on the mirror/focusing screen/viewfinder. Also wouldn't mind getting my lenses cleaned..

Expect around 2-4 weeks at Canon North Ryde. Christmas - Feb is their busiest period. If you're outta' warranty, it won't be that cheap either..

justAL wrote in post #9458996
Colin?

Holy crap, I really thought someone stole my pic and shopped it in there for a sec.