What to Check When Buying a Used Mirrorless Camera in Person
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 Published On Jan 17, 2022

This article will show you what to check when buying a used mirrorless camera on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, or Kijiji. You can read the transcript of this video at https://exposuretherapy.ca/how-to-che....

Contents:
00:48 Does the model suffer from common issues?
01:06 Ask the seller to update firmware, restore factory settings.
01:47 Don't be pressured into quick purchase.
02:09 Check battery and its compartment.
02:57 Check memory card slot(s).
03:25 Check electronic terminals and flash hot shoe.
04:22 Check doors and rubber flaps.
04:46 Lens mount and pins.
05:50 Image sensor - damage and dust.
06:57 Shutter mechanism.
08:38 Autofocus.
09:24 Shooting mode dial.
10:04 Main screen.
10:58 Do all physical controls work?
11:37 Does the built-in flash work?
12:13 Tripod mount.
12:41 Strap connectors.
13:12 EVF and proximity sensor.
13:37 Diopter adjustor.
14:11 Viewfinder eyecup
14:37 Are all accessories included?

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