Expected price to pay for a second hand 5d mk1

swingking

I was calling by a certain shop today (don't want to say where in case this is taken) and saw a 5d mark1 second hand going for 1050.

I would be really tempted to buy this because I'm really looking at going full frame.

Question is , whether this is a good bargain or not.

Let me know

Thanks

pete4130

Seems a bit much to me. It depends on its condition, shutter actuations, cosmetic damage, warranty etc....
A friend of mine got one second hand last year for €900 I think through adverts.ie

swingking

while I didn't get to actually hold the camera, it looked like it was in very good condition.

pixbyjohn

Go the whole way and buy the Mk11 new.
Canon 5D Mark II Body Only.
Calumet # 321-108A
Mfg. Part # 2764B015AA
Ships Same Day

£1,699.00

AnimalRights

That's sterling.

Morrisseeee

If it was me I'd get the Mk 1 for less than a grand and then look at getting a nice piece of glass. The Mk 1 has an excellent reputation.

FoxT

Wow, A quick look at ebay UK shows used 5d Mk1s making GBP700-GBP 800.
So, I guess eu1050 isnt too saucy. I an surprised, these bodies seem to hold their value well.

-FoxT

pixbyjohn

AnimalRights wrote: »

That's sterling.

Yes its sterling but still a good price.

swingking

pixbyjohn wrote: »

Go the whole way and buy the Mk11 new.
Canon 5D Mark II Body Only.
Calumet # 321-108A
Mfg. Part # 2764B015AA
Ships Same Day

£1,699.00

I would except the OH would disown me

tororosso

I agree, would be lovely to just empty the old bank account and buy a nice 5Dmk2 (plus a few other things)!! but before you buy that camera SwingKing I saw that Conns have 2 second hand 5Ds at the moment and one is going for €999.99 so its fifty cheaper than the one you saw!

I got myself one in Prague at Christmas and haven't regretted it. It cost me about the same as the one above so I reckon 950-1000 should be the highest they go for...

Thecageyone

Mmmmm, savage beast of a camera

ttcomet

Mifsuds.com and mpbphotographic.co.uk have them for about 700 sterling, which would work out a fair bit cheaper even with delivery.

Edit: Before you buy one don't forget to ask if they have had the mirror fix. Although I believe Canon is still doing them for free.

swingking

tororosso wrote: »

I agree, would be lovely to just empty the old bank account and buy a nice 5Dmk2 (plus a few other things)!! but before you buy that camera SwingKing I saw that Conns have 2 second hand 5Ds at the moment and one is going for €999.99 so its fifty cheaper than the one you saw!

I got myself one in Prague at Christmas and haven't regretted it. It cost me about the same as the one above so I reckon 950-1000 should be the highest they go for...

I saw that one Conns were selling but it's in bits. Huge dent on the top of the camera and I'm convinced it's been used extensively, dropped and god knows what else. Plus conns are only giving a 6 month warranty. Not worth it for paying a full grand.

The place I say the 5d was Berminghams cameras and it's in mint condition. Also includes a battery grip. Just a heads up for anyone in the market for a 5d mark1.

I think I'll save a bit more for the mark 2 because it seems to be the one that everyone is talking about. It might go down in price if a mark 3 comes out, which I'm really hoping it does!

Thanks for all the suggestions guys

Borderfox

Dont forget if you buy from bricks and mortar that normally they will give you at least a 6 month warranty and in the case of Conns if it breaks they will give you a loaner while yours is repaired.

ThOnda

I got mine for 1.1k with two 4GB memory cards, three batteries and nifty fifty about 15 months ago, 4500 actuations on 6 months old camera.

swingking

How do u find the upgrade Thonda. Was it worth paying the money?

Chief

Can anyone point me in the direction of buying a brand new 5d? I can't seem to find one anywhere. Thanks folks.

hbr

Chief wrote: »

Can anyone point me in the direction of buying a brand new 5d? I can't seem to find one anywhere. Thanks folks.

Elara, Pixmania, Dabs, Conns or much cheaper on eBay.

http://www.elara.ie/products/detailsfull.asp?productcode=MME242M386

http://cgi.ebay.ie/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-II-Digital-SLR-Camera-Body-MK-2-NEW_W0QQitemZ170458565742QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CamerasPhoto_DigitalCameras_DigitalCameras_JN?hash=item27b01f4c6e

pixbyjohn

www.calumetphoto.com they have a shop in Belfast and will courier to you.


Canon 5D Mark II Body Only.
Calumet # 321-108A Leasing Options
Mfg. Part # 2764B015AA 8714574529585
ships Same Day

£1,699.00 STERLING
Boucher Plaza Unit 2
4-6 Boucher Road
Belfast, BT12 6HR 02890 777770 M-F 9 to 5:30
Sat. 9 to 5

Chief

Thanks for the links folks but I meant a 5D not the MK II. There must be BNIB 5D's somewhere! Although.... £1699 eh? £1401 ex 17.5% Vat is about €1550 at the current exchange rate for a 5D mkII not so bad....

hbr

Chief wrote: »

Thanks for the links folks but I meant a 5D not the MK II. There must be BNIB 5D's somewhere! Although.... £1699 eh? £1401 ex 17.5% Vat is about €1550 at the current exchange rate for a 5D mkII not so bad....

The MK II has been out for quite a while so any 'new' MK I will
be old stock. There are a few used ones on eBay from UK sellers
at the moment. Bidding on this one ends today:
http://cgi.ebay.ie/Canon-5D-body-in-mint-condition_W0QQitemZ190379289354QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_CamerasPhoto_DigitalCameras_DigitalCameras_JN?hash=item2c537d6b0a

Looking at recent completed listings shows they go for Eur800-900 ish.