It’s simple to sell a camera that you don’t use anymore and get cash for a new one. In this video, sponsored by we show you how to prepare your camera for sale. This will help you get the best price and give the buyer the best experience.
Charge the battery first. If it has been some time since you last used your camera, you should run a few tests and make sure everything works properly. Make sure you adjust the exposure by taking shots at different shutter speeds. You should do the same at both ends of the range for the aperture. This is especially important if your lens is fixed, or if it is being sold with the camera. Check that the focusing works throughout its entire range.
It’s now time to locate as many accessories as possible that came with your camera. In the manual of your camera, you’ll usually find a complete list of accessories. If you still have your camera’s original packaging, it’s likely that there is a list of accessories on the inside. If you do not have these, you can find a list on the website of the retailer or the manufacturer.
The list will usually include things like a body cap, battery and charger, power cables, connection cables, camera straps, viewfinder eyecups, a guide, and sometimes even a cable connector protector.
Include the battery you use for the camera if the original has died and cannot be recharged. Make sure to specify in the description that this is an item from a third-party. If you have extra batteries in good condition, you can sell them separately for a little more money.